Manufacturing Engineer

Job Number: 70764
Group: Magna Exteriors
Division: Co-Ex-Tec
Job Type: Permanent/Regular
Location: CONCORD
Work Style:
About us
We see a future where everyone can live and move without limitations. That's why we are developing technologies, systems and concepts that make vehicles safer and cleaner, while serving our communities, the planet and, above all, people.
Forward. For all.
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.
About the Role
Apply technical knowledge and expertise to ensure robust manufacturing process design prior to launch and lead production improvement projects. Manage manufacturing performance deliverables such as implementation of CI suggestions, scrap reduction initiatives and OEE improvements. Supporting technical and manufacturing solutions; including engineering and design to achieve goals and objectives relating to research and development, organizational projects and services for continuous improvement and risk reduction
Your Responsibilities

1. Must be proficient in hands-on process troubleshooting. Proving current production with "fast response" troubleshooting
2. Must have demonstrated track record of initiating and implementing process cost reductions in Lean Manufacturing environment: Set up and maintain all work cell and/or department standardized work instructions/procedures for the extrusion process. Be responsible for product trials, setting up material trial runs, and conducting tests as per the die trial procedure. Assist in training production personnel on operating new or existing tooling, equipment and processes.
3. Improve current production part process capability and repeatability through the optimization of existing manufacturing processes. mWork closely with Project Management Team to support new product launches, engineering changes implementation and product / process continuous improvement initiatives and related activities. Conduct time studies, identify capacity constraints and opportunities to improve efficiencies and reduce manufacturing costs
4. Support in the development of Process Control Plans and Process Flow Charts. Development and maintaining documentation for PFMEA, Operator Instructions, Rework, Change-over procedure and instruction, Manufacturing Engineering Open Issues, and Continuous Improvement Program
5. Coordinate, lead, and participate in various multi-disciplined teams in addressing and fulfilling various corporate objectives associated with, manufacturing process, productivity, volume outputs, scrap/rework, quality, safety, and delivery commitment
6. Writing specifications, competitively quoting, negotiating, managing program timelines and budgets, buy-off, and commissioning in our facility. Work with our suppliers, as required to resolve process deviations. Reduce scrap and maximize efficiencies.

Who we are looking for

• Must have a Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering Degree/Diploma, or applicable trade.
• Professional (5-10 years of experience): Specialized knowledge & know how. Conducts higher-level analysis. Prioritizes tasks to take action, works with partial responsibility and minimal supervision

Your preferred qualifications
Accommodations for disabilities in relation to the job selection process are available upon request.
Candidates will be required to complete a Criminal Records Check and, if deemed necessary, a Credit Check as part of the candidate selection process.
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.
Site Benefits

• Medical and Dental Benefits after probationary period
• Profit Sharing (EEPPP) and Company Match Group RRSP Program
• Company Paid Basic Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Corporate Plans for Roger's Cellphone Data Plans
• Employee Discounts: Auto and Home Insurance, Retail, Restaurants, etc...
• Educational Assistance Program

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.