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 Mechatronics, Mirrors and Lighting group specializes in automotive technologies that are driving the future of mobility. Combining a deep systems knowledge to develop unique vehicle access experiences, intelligent visions systems and advanced automotive lighting technologies, MML's expertise light the path to innovation, safety and styling.
Job Responsibilities:
POSITION SUMMARY:
The paint mixer at Newaygo reports to the paint shift Team Coordinator directly and regularly receives direction from the Paint Engineer. This person is responsible to interpret the daily schedule and have the proper material prepared and ready for use in the appropriate system in order to ensure the proper supply of paint to the paint line.
KEY FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following list will be periodically reviewed an updated.
- Interpret the daily paint schedule and prepare material for use accordingly.
- Prepare mix sheets and mix paint to specifications.
- Check temperature and viscosity of paints.
- Unload, flush and reload re circulating paint systems.
- Maintain daily paint usage records.
- Track raw material inventory levels and maintain the storage area in an organized manor.
- Aid in maintaining and updating all control documents related to the mix kitchen.
- General maintenance duties related to mix kitchen equipment including pumps, agitators, vats, drums, and spinner lids.
- 5S and general housekeeping of mix kitchen and red tag room.
- Maintain proper storage, handling, and disposal of hazardous and regulated wastes including waste paints and purge.
- Disposes of waste paint solids to satellite accumulation area. Occasionally transports hazardous waste from satellite accumulation to 90-day accumulation area.
- Uses RF gun to keep track of paint inventory and maintain accuracy.
- Receives paint suppliers, chemical suppliers, and Hazardous waste pickups
- Use of Hi-lo to move empty drums to recycling location.
QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
- Must have experience mixing paint in a Tier One automotive environment.
- Preference will be given to applicants with recent mixing experience.
- Ability to read, interpret and prepare mix sheets.
- Ability to pass a color acuity test.
- Good knowledge of painting and paint systems.
- Ability to use standard math.
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 Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting
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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.
