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:
Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market.
Job Responsibilities:
Summary: The Area Leader is responsible to oversee and direct production associates in the performance of their duties focusing on safety, quality, productivity and all company/regulatory policies and procedures
Job Responsibilities: The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be assigned and required.
Keep direct reports focused and on task to meet department objectives Ensure daily pre-shift meetings and other communication tools are used effectively Carry out and implement the efficient utilization of all equipment and manpower Know and understand process documentation and customer specific requirements as they relate to this job function Communicate with Production Manager(s) about production concerns and provide status reports as appropriate Remove problems to ensure production requirements and customer demands are met Promote accountability by providing formal and informal performance feedback to associates; conduct formal performance evaluations that are tied to plant and company goals; utilize individual corrective action plans if necessary Provide training to associates, develop them through coaching and mentoring, and provide recognition when warranted Apply consistent and fair progressive discipline to associates when necessary and discuss such action with appropriate personnel Ensure all documentation is maintained, including associate documentation Lead the department in design and development of improving methods and equipment through continuous improvement and lean manufacturing principles Use reasonable means to require all associates to comply with safety policies and rules and enforce through a system of effective accountability that may include progressive discipline Ensure associates have a workplace free from recognized hazards which are or may cause serious physical harm; must comply with Occupational Safety and Health standards applicable to Montezuma Manufacturing Assist in conducting accident/incident investigations and implement corrective action where necessary Conduct monthly safety inspections and implement corrective action where necessary Support efforts to achieve department and plant goals on Employee Opinion Survey Follow and support Montezuma Manufacturing's and Magna's operating principles and display the company's core values on a regular and consistent basis
Supervisory Responsibilities: Direct/Indirect production associates on assigned shift and area
Education and/or Experience:
- High school diploma or GED required
- Minimum of three (3) years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Excellent organizational skills to conduct multiple tasks simultaneously
- Proficient in computer operations, ability to grasp new software quickly
- Must exhibit high integrity, honesty and confidentiality
- Ability to obtain and maintain a forklift and crane certification
- Ability to read, write, analyze, and interpret technical procedures, diagrams, requirements and business correspondences
- Ability to effectively and appropriately present information and respond to questions from various groups
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
- Ability to remain positive even under pressure
- May be required to adjust shifts as necessary
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.
Worker Type:
Regular / Permanent
Group:
Cosma International
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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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Hybrid Workspace
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.