IT Programmer

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:
Magna is an innovative leader in the development and manufacturing of high quality complete seating systems. Our solution includes seating structures, mechanisms and hardware, as well as foam and trim products for global automotive, heavy truck and bus industries. Our capabilities include market and consumer research; full concept development; design and engineering capabilities; testing, validation and world-class manufacturing. Our award-winning seating solutions are developed from consumer research, finding the ease of operation to be comfortable, convenient and connected.
Job Responsibilities:
Job Security

• Insures the proper operations of the following systems - Manufacturing System, LAN, WLAN, desktop computers, and Shopfloor terminals.
• Provides helpdesk services for all systems within the position's scope of responsibility.
• Maintain tracks and documents all IT helpdesk incidents and changes.
• Conveys information to management regarding all consequential operational problems.
• Interfaces with vendors for data processing services and products.
• Facilitates employee IS training by researching and scheduling training opportunities.
• Installs Floor-based Manufacturing Systems.
• Supports and troubleshoots all problems associated with the company's Manufacturing system.
• Performs such other reasonable duties as may be assigned from time to time.
• Comply with Magna, Government and the industry Standards and regulation.

Health & Safety

• Ensure all safety and non-safety plant rules and regulations are followed.
• Ensure adherence to established housekeeping standards.
• Respond immediately to items brought to his/her attention with respect to hazards, defects or non-compliance issues.
• Adheres to Magna's health and safety, environmental, standards, operating procedures, policies

Fair Treatment

• Be respectful and courteous to my co-workers, supervisors, and managers.

Communication

• Maintain proper records and backup documentation;
• Attend all monthly employee meetings;
• Attend all scheduled training sessions and complete related course materials;

Continuous Improvement

• Participates in and champions continuous improvement and cost reduction efforts for the department.
• Liaise with other departments to identify, analyze and resolve IT-related problems.
• Suggest systems, processes, and activities that increase productivity by improving the integration of people, materials, equipment, and finance.
• Introduce or recommend changes to work methods, aligned with Mafact and MPS methodology;

Minimum Qualifications

• Education/Certification/Licensure: bachelor's degree in information systems technology, Computer Science, or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Prior experience in Information Systems. Preferably within a manufacturing/automotive background.
• Hands-on experience with various development technologies
• 5+ years' experience with relational database technologies (e.g., SQL Server)
• Good analytical skills
• Working knowledge of current web technologies (e.g., HTML, JavaScript, XML, AJAX)
• Creative problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
• Demonstrate proficiency in complex database design and implementations.
• HTML/JavaScript/C# entry programming skills
• Results-oriented, well organized, strong communication and interpersonal skills, multi-tasking, and attentive to details.
• Demonstrate proficiency with operating debugging Frameworks.
• Prior experience in Information systems with a manufacturing/automotive background.
• Demonstrate knowledge at a high level of the MES system.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work both independently and well with others.
• Prior experience in Information systems with a manufacturing/automotive background;
• Demonstrate knowledge at a high level of the Magna MES system.
• Demonstrate proficiency with operating debugging Frameworks
• Demonstrate proficiency in complex database design and implementations
• HTML/JavaScript/C# entry programming skills
• Results-oriented, well organized, strong communication and interpersonal skills, multi-tasking, and attentive to details;
• Ability to communicate effectively and work both independently and well with others;
• Should possess an in-depth knowledge of the majority and a working knowledge of the remainder of the following technical areas:

HARDWARE:

• Supporting and troubleshooting Desktop Personal Computers and Laptops;
• Supporting, Management and troubleshooting of Barcode Printers, Network Printers and document scanners;
• Hand-held devices; bar code scanners, RF tag-readers, card readers;

SOFTWARE

• Basic Understanding of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems. Examples: SAP
• Microsoft SQL
• Operating Systems. Examples: Windows 7, 9, 10.
• Office Automation. Examples: Microsoft Office,

WORK EXPERIENCE:

• Experience with MES standards & Templates preferred
• Hands-on experience with shop floor solutions (PLC's; databases, supervisor PC's. e.g., ITAC)
• Experience in organizational projects or know-how in organizational / change management is highly welcomed
• Experience in JIT/JIS and Batch manufacturing in automotive would be an advantage
• Experience in Microsoft .Net / Java development would be an advantage
• Basic understanding of IT Infrastructure (Server, Network)

TELECOMMUNICATION & OTHER:

• Internet Protocol-based

The above statement reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job identified, and shall not be considered as a detailed description of the work required inherent in the job. Other duties may be assigned from time to time in order to support business needs.
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 to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.
Worker Type:
Regular / Permanent
Group:
Magna Seating