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The Line Leader in the Production Department at Co-Ex-Tec is responsible for overseeing a team of production workers to ensure efficient and high-quality manufacturing operations. This role involves coordinating daily activities, monitoring performance, providing guidance and support, and ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards. The Team Leader plays a crucial role in fostering a collaborative and productive work environment
**Please note this is for Days at all CET Plants including Bolton
- Conduct start of shift meeting to review previous day (or shift) results, highlighting any problems or achievements, review shift targets, communicate quality issues, discuss recent continuous improvements implemented and address any concerns from the work center team while encouraging improvement ideas from the team.
- Re-enforce adherence to the standards within the work centers regarding standardized work, quality and maintenance.
- Communicate quality concerns and suggest corrective action where applicable.
- Report problems and abnormalities to shift supervisor immediately after a non-conforming part is produced.
- Able to perform any operation within the work centers and be able to transfer knowledge (train) others how to follow the standardized work.
- Ensure compliance and enforcement of Customer Specific Requirements, QMS (IATF16949), Health and Safety (ISO 45001), EMS (ISO14001), and security (PIP) requirements.
- Operate equipment in the department as per the equipment operating instructions
- Verify equipment safety inspection checklists are completed at the start of shift and follow up with associated work order where required.
- Fill in for Team Members that need to temporarily leave the line (ex. Bathroom Breaks, etc)
- Review hour-by-hour performance (hourly at a minimum) and take actions to correct problems.
- Record problems and actions taken.
- Provide raw materials for work cells. Advise Supervisor and or Materials Department of continuing shortages and or misplaced and or miss-labeled stock.
- Ensure finished goods are organized, handled and labeled properly.
- Ensure that all production and scrap are reported accurately.
- Initiate and/or participate in continuous improvement activities.
- Assist in coordinating and performing routine changeovers and set-up activities according to production schedule and customer requirements.
- Ensure all changeover materials are in the work center and ready in advance.
- Advise Supervisor when a non-scheduled changeover is required. Assist team members as necessary in minor stoppages and repairs including PLC resets.
- Advise process/set-up/tooling/maintenance and or Supervisor if additional assistance is required.
- Verify through visual check, that all machines are set to the process parameters on the run sheets.
- Coach team members as necessary. Advise Supervisor of any continuing off standard conditions.
- Conduct layered audits as scheduled Assist in the investigation and resolution of off standard quality conditions. Ensure appropriate containment actions are in place.
- Ensure issues are communicated to all shifts. Advise Supervisor of any continuing problems.
- Ensure Operators respect the Standardized work (Checking, Training, Coaching) Work independently with a minimum of direct Supervision.
- Provide reinforcement to the team in a manner that demonstrates Co Ex Tec’s commitment to our quality policy and the Employee’s Charter.
- Participating in operator reviews with Supervisor Follow all safety procedures in the workplace, including the customer and other Magna locations.
- Enforce and participate in CI and TIM program initiatives Perform all associated Quality Inspections for First-off, Last-off and In-process inspection requirements Respond to Team Member Andon calls for assistance and support resolution of safety, quality and productivity concerns.
- Participate in Tier 1 and Tier 2 communication processes and escalate issues according to established escalation procedures.
- Conduct and document Standardized Work Observations in accordance with Magna standards.
- Train Team Members using Training Within Industry (TWI) Job Instruction methodology.
- Support Team Member autonomous maintenance activities and TPM initiatives.
- Maintain Leader Standard Work and Team communication boards.
- Maintain and improve 5S standards through routine verification and coaching.
- Utilize structured problem-solving methods to identify and eliminate process deviations. Maintain team training matrices and support cross-training activities
- All other duties as assigned by Supervisor/Manager
EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
- Secondary School Diploma or equivalent, preferred.
- 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, with at least 1-2 years in a leadership or mentoring role within an automotive industry.
Compensation: $30-32/hour
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.
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Skills Required
- 3 years of manufacturing experience with at least 1-2 years in a leadership or mentoring role within the automotive industry.
- Secondary School Diploma or equivalent.
- Train team members using Training Within Industry (TWI) Job Instruction methodology.
- Knowledge of and ability to ensure compliance with IATF16949, ISO 45001, ISO 14001, PIP, and QMS requirements.
- Ability to operate production equipment and perform minor stoppages/repairs including PLC resets.
- Experience with continuous improvement methods, TPM, 5S, Andon, and structured problem-solving.
- Perform quality inspections (first-off, last-off, in-process) and report production/scrap accurately.
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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.
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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.
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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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