Manufacturing Engineer Technician (2nd or 3rd Shift)

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Scope of Position

• Prepares routine engineering assignments, simple plans, designs, calculations, etc.  May carry out routine technical survey's or inspections and prepare reports.   Less than three years experience.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related technical discipline, or significant related technical experience.
• 2–5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably high-volume automotive Tier 1 or Tier 2.
• Basic understanding of CNC programming and manufacturing automation.
• Knowledge of quality standards and certification processes (QS-9000, IATF 16949, ISO) preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and CAD software (AutoCAD) for creating sketches, drawings, and technical illustrations.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to interface effectively with corporate staff, vendors, customers, and plant employees.
• Experience supporting plant startups, new product launches, and high-volume manufacturing operations is a plus.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles and APQP process is desirable.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and support cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare routine engineering assignments, simple plans, designs, calculations, and reports to support manufacturing operations.
• Conduct basic technical surveys, inspections, and assist in documenting findings.
• Support process documentation, including control plans, reaction plans, PFMEAs, and update documents as new models are introduced.
• Assist Supplier Quality and Manufacturing during ongoing production of new products and critical periods.
• Collaborate with management, engineering, maintenance, and production staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and operational considerations for a three-shift facility.
• Apply basic statistical methods to evaluate machinery and process capability.
• Utilize formal problem-solving techniques (8-Step, DOE, mistake-proofing) to identify issues and recommend corrective actions through designated channels.
• Support CNC program edits and troubleshoot basic programming issues as required.
• Assist production with quality concerns by identifying root causes, developing action plans, and driving implementation.
• Participate in plant layout planning, machinery placement, and material handling strategies.
• Support shop floor personnel training activities and pursue personal training for skill development.
• Assist Manufacturing Engineers in tool trials, capability studies, and development of standardized supporting documents.
• Help develop and maintain Manufacturing Engineering Standards, templates, and documentation processes.
• Support APQP activities, line balancing, workstation content planning, and production documentation.
• Assist in creating safety and ergonomics documentation for manufacturing processes.
• Develop reports on scrap, Key Manufacturing Indicators (KMIs), and continuous improvement projects; present weekly updates to management.
• Ensure proper control, approval, release, and archiving of engineering documents, including CAD drawings and part numbering.
• Support Lean Manufacturing and MAFACT activities, process innovation initiatives, and cost-saving projects.
• Conduct weekly and monthly Layered Process Audits (LPAs).
• Support Lessons Learned, Benchmarking, and other continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support monthly operational review reporting, MAFACT assessments, and IATF audits.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.
• Other tasks as defined by management.

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.

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.

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