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What we offer:Job Responsibilities:
To lead, direct and support Press Tool & Die employees safely and efficiently, to coordinate and communicate with other departments, follow safe work methods, and to conform to the Employee’s Charter principles and plant standards.
RESPONSIBILITY AND AUTHORITY:
Responsible for leading the team to provide technical support to ensure tooling meets equipment efficiencies. Provide effective leadership to the team while promoting the Employee’s Charter and Charter Principles.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITIONS:
Follow and enforce all plant safety rules and policies. Understand and promote Magna’s philosophies (Magna Operational Principles, Corporate Constitution and Employee’s Charter). Ensure daily pre-shift inspections are completed and conduct planned inspection audits on each shift Routinely make visual inspections of emergency evacuation routes correcting any safety concerns immediately Within 24 hours of an accident/incident complete accident investigations identifying root cause and corrective action Conduct weekly safety talks in pre-shift meetings and ensure employees sign safety training roster. Fills in for Team Members that need to temporarily leave the line (emergency, bathroom break, etc.) Follow and ensure that employees comply with all operational/procedures/policies as stated in the employee Environmental Health and Safety programs and conduct Team Safety Talks as required. Immediately attend to all accidents and injuries and initiate the accident and injury investigation, while following up to ensure procedure implementation and completion. Utilize interactive management principles when implementing corrective discipline procedures in dealing with employees, encourage professional development to enhance team performance, and cross train to maximize flexibility and coverage to accommodate vacations and absences Provide timely coaching, counseling, and feedback to employees through one-on-one sessions, performance evaluations, and regular team meetings to ensure fulfillment of policies, practices, and procedures Schedule, supervise, coordinate and direct the activities of employees and equipment to ensure that quality and productivity standards are met. Ensure a quality product (measuring tools, part inspection and fixtures) and know the quality procedures. Promote teamwork, maintain accurate paperwork/production reports to facilitate shift to shift transitions, verify that finished products are stored properly and develop set-up procedures Participate/initiate continuous improvements and take advantage of cost reduction opportunities. Participate and implement Lean activities as they are introduced such as 5S, Kanban, PDCA’s and Standardized work. Ensure the improvement of Press Department KPI’s by participating in the tracking and enhancement measures that are implemented. Support company and customer quality systems, continuous improvement and lean manufacturing process Take daily line UPS/Carry over/PM’s/Red tag issues/Follow ECN and tooling improvement Assist toolmakers in decisions on tool repair and ensure the work is being done in a timely manner Maintain TPM of all tooling, and make sure all tooling is ready to meet press schedules Maintain open communication and provide continued support with other departments with any changes, problems, or special projects Perform other duties as required
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
SKILL (Ability to do the job)
-Ability to work in team environment
-Must be willing to work extended or flexible hours as required to meet production demands
-Must possess interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
-Must have good working knowledge and understanding of the stamping process
-Must have strong team-focused and leadership abilities
-Ability to work in stressful situations
-Must be willing to work in various locations within and outside the facility
-Must be able to convert metrics to standard procedures
-Must be able to initiate productivity improvements
-Ability to use all tool room equipment and measuring tools
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Some of the physical demands of this position include the ability to lift 40 pounds, standing and walking for extended periods of time, and occasional bending or stooping.
EQUIPMENT / TOOLS USED
Some of the equipment and tolls used are mics, calipers, mills, lathes, drills, welders, various hand tools, crane, band saw, cut off saw, heat treat equipment, tow motor, and computer.
KNOWLEDGE
EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED equivalent; 2-year degree from a technical college with an emphasis in Tool & Die, or equivalent experience
TECHNICAL TRAINING: Tool & Die Apprenticeship preferred, CAD/Blueprint reading
OTHER: Computer skills; Basic Microsoft Word and Excel
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:
Group:
Skills Required
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Two-year technical college degree focused on Tool and Die, or equivalent experience
- Knowledge and understanding of the stamping process
- Strong team-focused leadership abilities
- Interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
- Ability to use toolroom equipment and measuring tools
- Ability to convert metrics into standard procedures
- Ability to initiate productivity improvements
- Ability to work extended or flexible hours as needed
- Ability to lift 40 pounds and stand or walk for extended periods
- Tool and Die apprenticeship
- CAD and blueprint-reading skills
- Basic Microsoft Word and Excel skills
What the Team is Saying
Magna International Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Company materials highlight comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance in the U.S., paired with wellness initiatives and a confidential Employee & Family Assistance Program.
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Retirement Support — U.S. filings and recruiting pages describe a 401(k) with a 50% match on the first 6%, a deferred profit‑sharing component, and at some sites a 3% base company contribution after six months.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Profit sharing and performance‑linked rewards are embedded in the total‑rewards philosophy and documented in filings, with recent materials indicating these programs remain active.
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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.
