What we offer:
At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.
Group Summary:
The Magna Exteriors portfolio of products includes access systems such as liftgates, exterior trim, modular systems, front-end modules including fascia, active aerodynamic systems and other lightweight structural components for automotive, commercial truck and other industrial markets.
Recognized globally as an innovator in all aspects of vehicle exteriors, Magna provides everything needed, from materials development and design through manufacturing and assembly, to help automakers create sleek, state-of-the-art vehicles across the world.
Job Responsibilities:
- Coordinates all checking and testing necessary per customer blueprint for sample submission of new programs.
- Verifies and interprets all blueprint specifications.
- Completes and submits all supporting customer-required documents for sample submission (including supplier submission from SQE), coordination and approval (Covisant, GQTS, Schedule A, etc).
- Establishes program FMEA's, control plans, test and inspection instructions with production personnel.
- Must be competent in and utilize AIAG "Core Tools"
- Travels to customer facilities to support program, review problems and report findings to appropriate plant personnel. Assists in solving problems related to the program. Serve as primary Nascote contact for assembly plant customers and liaisons.
- Investigate warranty concerns and issues and coordinate responses to customer and corrective actions as required.
- Updates and reviews customer requirements with the Quality Technicians.
- Gage design review, approval and implementation. Prepare gage quote package and review received quotes. Monitor gage construction and approve completed gages.
- Participates in supplier selection process with manufacturing, purchasing and engineering.
- Performs audits as required.
- Provides support to employees in technical functions of the department related to assigned programs.
- Contributes to a healthy, positive and safe work environment.
- Maintains an acceptable attendance record.
- Maintain and complete all appropriate reporting and documentation of activities as required.
- Leads and / or assists Task Forces, Launch Teams and Safety and Quality 8D Teams. Participate in or lead six Sigma Green or Black Belt projects as assigned, including taking training required to accomplish task.
- Submits and implements cost reduction ideas and innovations.
- Writes and updates department procedures.
- Performs other tasks as assigned.
- Required - Advanced SPC, DOE, inspection and testing; project management. Three years experience preferred.
- Required - 1 Year customer and/or supplier interface; launch team experience, including PPAP preparation.
- Preferred - GD&T and layout background involving large plastic panels.
- Preferred - team leadership experience.
- Must have excellent problem solving and math skills, including 8D methodology, advanced SPC and DOE.
- Must have good computer skills, including use of spreadsheets and databases.
- Must work well with others. Must have good communication skills - both verbal and written.
- Must have the ability to manage multiple priorities and have a high tolerance for stressful situations.
- Must have the ability to read automotive blueprints and engineering specifications.
- Required - B.S. or B.A. degree, with a B.S. degree in a technical field preferred
- American Society for Quality (ASQ) Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) or Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) certification preferred
- In special circumstances, candidates who have not met the required education, but have substantial manufacturing work experience that is applicable to the job may be considered.
- Pay Rate: $78,000-$85,000
Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:
At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That's why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.
AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure
As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.
Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.
If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.
Worker Type:
Regular / Permanent
Group:
Magna Exteriors
Top Skills
What We Do
We are a mobility company that innovates like a start-up and thinks like a technology company. This helps us anticipate change in one of the most complex industries in the world and respond quickly. We depend on a team of 171,000 dynamic, entrepreneurial-minded employees in an environment where great ideas flourish. Our presence spans 343 manufacturing operations and 88 product development, engineering and sales centers in 29 countries.
We understand that you need a career as unique as you are. Whether you want to advance your existing expertise or try something completely different, we are committed to your growth.
Why Work With Us
At Magna, our engineering team is advancing mobility for everyone and everything. Joining this team means being a part of the design, development, and manufacturing of the world’s most advanced mobility technology. Innovations that move families, shape communities, and improve lives. You can follow your passions and shape your own career path.
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Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.
Majority of roles are hybrid with flexibility. Please speak with our recruiting team for specific details on hybrid work.











