Paint Technician

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Guelph, ON, CAN
Hybrid
31-34 Hourly
Mid level
Automotive • Hardware • Robotics • Software • Transportation • Manufacturing
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The Role
The Paint Technician troubleshoots and maintains paint machinery, implements preventative maintenance, and supports production line robots to improve paint quality.
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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:
QUALIFICATIONS NECESSARY TO DO THE JOB:
  • Immediate open position
  • $31.00 - $34.47 per hour
  • Two-year Automation and Robotics certificate required.
  • Minimum 3 - 5 years of related work experience with automated spray equipment and robots required
  • Requires knowledge of paint materials, paint delivery systems, mechanical equipment, and down draft paint applications
  • Excellent communication skills (English - spoken and written)
  • Proven critical thinking, problem solving and analytical skills
  • Computer literate (MS Office)

MAIN DUTIES:
  • Trouble shoots and maintains paint machinery and equipment, including calibration of bell applicators
  • Implements preventative maintenance as required
  • Observes & supports production line robots, and relays observation to application team
  • Reviews robot movement and paint delivery parameters to improve painted part quality and paint consumption
  • Conducts root cause analysis and supports the paint application team in making improvements to paint quality
  • Resets robotic failures, KV, Flow & Limits (documents all failures)
  • Ensures long-term improvements to yield, customer concerns, warranty concerns & related costs
  • Reviews production pareto for application defects & equipment downtime issues
  • Works with maintenance on spray equipment, robot control problems and continuous improvements
  • Tests and evaluates new products and equipment
  • Participates in production, yield and utilization meetings
  • Performs all job functions in a safe, healthful, and environmentally conscious manner, abiding by all health, safety and environmental rules and regulations as outlined in the company handbook.
  • Performs other duties as assigned

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

  • Two-year Automation and Robotics certificate
  • Minimum 3 - 5 years of related work experience with automated spray equipment and robots
  • Knowledge of paint materials and application processes
  • Excellent communication skills in English
  • Proven critical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Computer literate in MS Office

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Magna International Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage includes medical, dental, and vision in the U.S., with wellness and mental‑health support through an Employee & Family Assistance Program; some locations are highlighted as offering “exceptional” coverage. This signals solid core protection across major health needs.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) with company match, profit‑sharing, and pension/other long‑term programs are cited, and company materials confirm ongoing, company‑funded retirement and benefit obligations. This indicates substantive long‑term financial support beyond base pay.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits Offerings include FSAs/HSAs, disability and life insurance, wellness programs, and discounts such as pet/auto insurance and retailer perks. Flexible schedules, hybrid/remote options, tuition reimbursement, job training, and conferences broaden work‑life and development support.

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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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