Manufacturing Engineer

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Concord, ON, CAN
Hybrid
75K-90K Annually
Senior level
Automotive • Hardware • Robotics • Software • Transportation • Manufacturing
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The Role
Designs and improves automotive manufacturing processes, particularly extrusion, roll forming, and injection molding. Leads continuous improvement, scrap reduction, OEE enhancement, process troubleshooting, product trials, time studies, tooling and equipment reviews, and new product launches. Develops PFMEAs, control plans, standardized work, and other quality documentation while supporting APQP and IATF requirements. Collaborates with suppliers, project teams, production personnel, and customers to improve safety, quality, productivity, capacity, and cost performance.
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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:

Apply technical knowledge and expertise to ensure robust manufacturing process design prior to launch and lead production improvement projects. Manage manufacturing performance deliverables such as implementation of CI suggestions, scrap reduction initiatives and OEE improvements. Supporting technical and manufacturing solutions; including engineering and design to achieve goals and objectives relating to research and development, organizational projects and services for continuous improvement and risk reduction.

(ISO 45001), EMS (ISO14001), and security (PIP) requirements.

Qualifications

  • Must be proficient in hands-on process troubleshooting.
  • Proving current production with “fast response” troubleshooting
  • Must have demonstrated track record of initiating and implementing process cost reductions in Lean Manufacturing environment.
  • Set up and maintain all work cell and/or department standardized work instructions/procedures for the extrusion process.
  • Be responsible for product trials, setting up material trial runs, and conducting tests as per the die trial procedure
  • Assist in training production personnel on operating new or existing tooling, equipment and processes.
  • Review facilities and equipment requirements with relevant internal and external customers/suppliers
  • Identify opportunities to achieve productivity, quality and service improvement targets for the business.
  • Ensure, with the cooperation of other Co-Ex-Tec departments and Corporate that the division achieves and maintains the highest possible Customer rating for satisfaction; strive for zero defects in all areas of the business
  • Improve current production part process capability and repeatability through the optimization of existing manufacturing processes
  • Ability to work independently and draw from experience in all aspect of the job assigned
  • Work closely with Project Management Team to support new product launches, engineering changes implementation and product / process continuous improvement initiatives and related activities.
  • Complete all required APQP-related activities, ECR processes, PRP (8D), and all other Quality Management System requirements as needed
  • Ensure compliance and enforcement of Customer Specific Requirements, QMS (IATF16949), Health and Safety
  • Conduct time studies, identify capacity constraints and opportunities to improve efficiencies and reduce manufacturing costs
  • Support in the development of Process Control Plans and Process Flow Charts
  • Development and maintaining documentation for PFMEA, Operator Instructions, Rework, Change-over procedure and instruction, Manufacturing Engineering Open Issues, and Continuous Improvement Program
  • Coordinate, lead, and participate in various multi-disciplined teams in addressing and fulfilling various corporate objectives associated with, manufacturing process, productivity, volume outputs, scrap/rework, quality, safety, and delivery commitment
  • Optimize all parameters to attain maximum running efficiencies for each job through creation of Standardized Work procedures (line speeds, cycle times, TAKT times, etc.)
  • Drive process changes through regular maintenance of PFMEA’s using the “Lessons Learned Database”
  • Provide quote direction for new business related to tooling, new materials and processes as required
  • Writing specifications, competitively quoting, negotiating, managing program timelines and budgets, buy-off, and commissioning in our facility.
  • Work with our suppliers, as required to resolve process deviations. Reduce scrap and maximize efficiencies.
  • Assist in part design activities with design source and provide feasibility directives for ease of manufacturing and reducing cost.
  • Familiarity with various manufacturing processes such as Roll Forming, Extrusion and Injection Molding.
  • Support Preventative Maintenance Program development for all manufacturing process equipment
  • Review part designs and provide feasibility input for ease of manufacturing and cost reduction
  • Review tooling designs/gauges to ensure they are built to meet customer and Co-Ex-Tec requirements/standards, and will run to the quoted standard

Qualifications:

  • Must have a Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering Degree/Diploma, or applicable trade.
  • 5+ years of experience in an Automotive Manufacturing environment: Specialized knowledge & know how. Conducts higher-level analysis. Prioritizes tasks to take action, works with partial responsibility and minimal supervision
  • Adaptability
  • Change Management
  • Communication/Presentation/Moderation
  • Continuous improvement / Problem Solving
  • Innovation & Creativity
  • Integrity
  • Performance under Pressure
  • Project Management
  • Responsibility & Initiative
  • Self-Development
  • (Strategic) Decision-Making
  • Teamwork / Collaboration
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Competent computer skills
  • Strong organizational and analytical abilities
  • Familiarity with FMEA, APQP, and DOE

Compensation range (Depending on Experience) : $75,000 -90,000

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

Skills Required

  • Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering degree or diploma, or applicable trade qualification
  • 5+ years of experience in an automotive manufacturing environment
  • Proficiency in hands-on process troubleshooting
  • Experience with fast-response troubleshooting in current production
  • Demonstrated experience initiating and implementing process cost reductions in a Lean Manufacturing environment
  • Experience developing and maintaining standardized work instructions and procedures for extrusion processes
  • Experience with product trials, material trial runs, and die trial testing
  • Ability to train production personnel on tooling, equipment, and processes
  • Familiarity with roll forming, extrusion, and injection molding processes
  • Experience with APQP, ECR processes, 8D problem solving, FMEA, and DOE
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong organizational and analytical abilities
  • Competent computer skills
  • Project management, continuous improvement, problem-solving, and change management capabilities
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

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Magna International Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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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The Company
HQ: Aurora, Ontario
171,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1957

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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