Production Manager

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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:
Transforming mobility. Making automotive technology that is smarter, cleaner, safer and lighter. That's what we're passionate about at Magna Powertrain, and we do it by creating world-class powertrain systems. We are a premier supplier for the global automotive industry with full capabilities in design, development, testing and manufacturing of complex powertrain systems. Our name stands for quality, environmental consciousness, and safety. Innovation is what drives us and we drive innovation. Dream big and create the future of mobility at Magna Powertrain.
Job Responsibilities:
Scope of Position

• Oversee and streamline advanced manufacturing operations, ensuring the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency. This role requires in-depth expertise in machining, automation, and a variety of manufacturing processes, as well as strong leadership capabilities to manage production demands, operational capacity, maintenance, materials, and personnel.

Minimum Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years' leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Preferred education: Technical/vocational high school diploma, associate degree, trade school certification, or journeyman certification.
• Extensive knowledge of welding, machining, autonomous maintenance, and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM).
• Proficient in reading and interpreting complex blueprints and tolerance specifications.
• Strong understanding of advanced math, geometry, and coordinate systems.
• Excellent risk management and task prioritization skills.
• Strong commitment to safety practices, 5S, and visual management principles.
• Proven leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience managing customer demands, manufacturing capacity, maintenance, materials, and personnel in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of lead operators, operators, and technicians, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment.
• Design, implement, and refine tooling setups, making necessary adjustments and performing advanced CNC programming to meet production requirements.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot a wide range of machining equipment, including CNC machines, lathes, milling machines, drills, grinders, and polishers.
• Oversee robotic automation systems, including expert-level laser welding and marking techniques, ensuring optimal performance.
• Conduct precision auto and manual gaging to guarantee superior product quality and consistency.
• Optimize washing, deburring, and assembly processes to improve efficiency and product integrity.
• Enforce stringent safety protocols and lead efforts in troubleshooting and resolving complex machinery issues.
• Manage advanced machine I/O faults, sensor adjustments, and replacements, alongside advanced robot programming.
• Provide technical support in controls engineering and processing to maintain smooth machine and assembly operations.
• Collaborate closely with engineering and quality teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives and process optimization.
• Mentor and train team members, enhancing their skills and promoting professional development.
• Monitor production metrics, identifying areas for improvement and implementing strategies to boost performance.
• Ensure compliance with 5S standards and maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work environment.
• Coordinate production schedules to meet customer demands, ensuring on-time product delivery.
• Balance manufacturing capacity and resources effectively to meet production targets and optimize output.
• Supervise maintenance activities to ensure all machinery and equipment are operational and well-maintained.
• Manage material inventory to maintain an adequate supply of resources, minimizing waste and ensuring operational efficiency.
• Promote a positive and inclusive workplace culture, handling personnel issues and encouraging team development.
• 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 Powertrain