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What we offer:Job Responsibilities:
Immediate open position
QUALIFICATIONS
- Automotive Engineering degree/diploma or equivalent combination of education and applicable work-related experience
- Excellent Team Building and Leadership skills
- Proven understanding of lean concepts
- Excellent organization, problem solving and decision-making skills
- Working negotiating skills combined with the ability to handle stressful situations professionally
- Must be self-motivated and able to carry projects through from concept to completion
- Exposure to capacity planning, logistics, material flow
- Knowledge in the use of spreadsheets, word processing and CAD software
- Hands on experience and good understanding of APQP, IATF16949, FMEA, FEA, VE/VA, DOE, GD&T and continuous improvement tools.
- Working understanding of Standardized work, Operator Balance and Standard Work charts.
DESIRABLE ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
(Optional) – Preferred but not required
- Practical experience in costing and quoting is an asset
- Automotive manufacturing experience
MAIN TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Compensation: $70,000 - $75,000 annually
- Assist programs from inception to completion. Support the negotiation and coordination of the purchase and installation of new or modified manufacturing equipment or tooling
- Support program timelines, safety, quality and MAFACT requirements
- Assist as part of a CFT to develop quotations for potential new business.
- Help to develop standard work procedures, standardized work, and train Operators and Area Leaders in standards using TWI method when directed
- Help identify manufacturing cost reductions through data analysis (i.e. Time studies, capability studies, Pareto analysis etc.)
- Assist with coordinating activities around CI initiatives, lead multi-disciplined teams in Kaizen workshops and value stream mapping exercises, and track results to targets
- Support the development and execution of LEAN manufacturing techniques and concepts in current and new processes. Optimize for material flow and presentation to operators, workflow and balance, and ergonomic standards.
- Communicate and promote Magna’s MAFACT philosophy, vision and expectations.
- When required, train shop floor employees on lean and MAFACT concepts, such as 5s, Kaizen and Standardized work
- Assist in the development and maintenance of APQP documents (i.e. PFMEA, standard work procedures, process flow etc.)
- Participates in and meets all CFT deliverables for current and new processes (i.e. PPAP, APQP, Launch readiness reviews, Customer run at rates, CI Activities etc.)
- Supports the development of material handling logistics (i.e. Aisle layout, bin placement, WIP storage, dunnage removal etc.) Maintains and updates plant layouts as required.
- Completes work in accordance with company/departmental procedures.
- Assist other departments in implementation and validation of CI initiatives.
- Assist in the development of PM and TPM requirements for existing and new processes.
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.
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Skills Required
- Automotive Engineering degree/diploma or equivalent combination of education and applicable work-related experience
- Team building and leadership skills
- Proven understanding of lean concepts
- Excellent organization, problem solving and decision-making skills
- Working negotiating skills and ability to handle stressful situations professionally
- Self-motivated and able to carry projects from concept to completion
- Exposure to capacity planning, logistics, and material flow
- Knowledge in the use of spreadsheets, word processing and CAD software
- Hands-on experience and understanding of APQP, IATF16949, FMEA, FEA, VE/VA, DOE, GD&T and continuous improvement tools
- Working understanding of Standardized Work, Operator Balance and Standard Work charts
- Practical experience in costing and quoting
- Automotive manufacturing experience
What the Team is Saying
Magna International Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Medical plan choice includes Enhanced PPO, Standard PPO, and an Advantage HDHP with free preventive care and $0 Teladoc, with in‑network deductibles as low as $200 and out‑of‑pocket maximums starting at $2,000. Company‑paid short‑term and long‑term disability plus basic life/AD&D, along with enhanced dental/vision options in 2026, reinforce comprehensive coverage.
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Retirement Support — The 401(k) design features automatic enrollment, a 3% nonelective company contribution after six months, and a 50% match on the first 6% employees contribute. Plan documents and recent filings corroborate this structure, and some divisions also highlight profit‑sharing as part of total rewards.
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Parental & Family Support — U.S. materials outline paid parental leave for non‑union employees (up to five consecutive weeks at 66 2/3% pay) that coordinates with STD/FMLA and allows PTO top‑ups. Mental health resources and an Employee & Family Assistance Program add family‑oriented support across plans.
Magna International Insights
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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Hybrid Workspace
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.
