Robot Technician

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Northwood, OH, USA
Hybrid
Senior level
Automotive • Hardware • Robotics • Software • Transportation • Manufacturing
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The Role
Operates, maintains, calibrates, and troubleshoots robotic paint application equipment in an automotive manufacturing environment. Develops paint parameter settings, completes preventive maintenance, documents process data, supports quality-system compliance, verifies corrective actions, participates in continuous improvement, and trains personnel on paint application methods. The role requires regular standing, lifting, climbing, respirator use, and successful annual color-vision testing.
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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:

Specific Job Duties:

  • Support process and maintenance activities consistent with departmental expectations and goals (See attached Performance Objectives).
  • Operate robotic equipment in accordance to the control plans established in order to satisfy the customer quality standards and delivery schedule.
  • Identify, communicate and document any difficulties relating to the product, process and/or quality system as per Norplas’ TS-16949 directives.
  • Initiate, recommend or provide solutions to prevent the occurrence of any non-conformities relating to the product, process and/or quality system through designated channels.
  • Verify implementation and effectiveness of recommended solutions. Participate in control plan updates as per TS-16949 protocol.
  • Develop, implement, verify and document paint parameter settings for all application equipment to maintain the specified quality standards detailed in the control plans of all products.
  • Complete all maintenance as directed in the total productive maintenance plan to ensure optimum performance of the robotic equipment.
  • Perform all daily maintenance on electrostatic spray guns and related equipment to ensure optimum performance and paint utilization. Verify and calibrate as directed in the total productive maintenance plan to ensure the accuracy and repeatability of the painting process.
  • Maintain organized daily logs of all maintenance activities, process parameter data and verification records.
  • Actively participate in continuous improvement teams as assigned by the Robot Technician Team Leader.
  • Train personnel as directed by the Robot Technician Team Leader in the implementation of the specified paint application methods and parameters in accordance to the control plans established.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Robot Technician Team Leader.
Educational Requirements
  • Associate’s Degree in a related and technical field of study required.  Six years work related experience may be substituted in lieu of degree.  Work experience combined with current schooling towards degree will be considered.
  • Must pass Farnsworth-Munsell 100 Point Hue Test annually.
  • Must be computer literate on the Windows platform.

Related Work Experience:

  • Previous automotive finishing and robotic experience required.
  • Mechanical and electrical experience with industrial control an asset.
  • Computer technology and programming an asset.
Physical Requirements·This position requires a person to have the ability to perform work while standing or walking a minimum of eight (8) hours a day, the ability to lift up to15 pounds on a frequent basis and up to 40 pounds on an occasional basis, and the ability to perform work that is below the knees and above the shoulders on an occasional basis.  Ability to climb stairs is necessary.  Ability to wear a respirator is necessary.  Good vision at a close distance is required.  (See attached sheets for detailed physical description of this position.)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

  • Associate's degree in a related technical field, or six years of related work experience substituted for the degree
  • Previous automotive finishing and robotic experience
  • Pass the Farnsworth-Munsell 100 Point Hue Test annually
  • Computer literacy on the Windows platform
  • Ability to stand or walk for at least eight hours per day
  • Ability to lift up to 15 pounds frequently and up to 40 pounds occasionally
  • Ability to perform work below the knees and above the shoulders occasionally
  • Ability to climb stairs
  • Ability to wear a respirator
  • Good close-distance vision
  • Mechanical and electrical experience with industrial controls
  • Computer technology and programming experience

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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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