Operations Manager

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 Mechatronics, Mirrors and Lighting group specializes in automotive technologies that are driving the future of mobility. Combining a deep systems knowledge to develop unique vehicle access experiences, intelligent visions systems and advanced automotive lighting technologies, MML's expertise light the path to innovation, safety and styling.
Job Responsibilities:
Your Responsibilities

• Responsible and accountable to lead, manage, support and provide direction to all staff within the operation/department through effective goals/objectives, performance monitoring and reviews, communication and the execution of on-the-job training and development plans.
• Ensures a robust operational/department structure by maintaining effective staffing levels and creating succession plans and related employee development plans to support current and future needs.
• Develops and executes an annual strategic plan for the Operation/Department supporting company performance objectives and industry/field related benchmarking and trends.
• Collects measures and monitors data related to the overall effectiveness of the Operation/Department; benchmarking and analyzing these trends to establish action plans for continuous improvement (QOS process).
• Develops and implements new processes and procedures, as needed to support changing business demands.
• Facilitates effective two-way communication through scheduled department/staff meetings (minimum monthly) and an Open Door philosophy.
• Facilitates and promotes a work environment based on fairness and concern for people, in accordance with the principles of the Magna Employee Charter.
• Ensures visibility and accessibility to employees, by practicing Management By Walking Around (MBWA).
• Accountable for Operational/Department budget preparation, approval and attainment.
• Takes a leadership role in the flawless launch execution of product into the specified operation.
• Ensures confidentiality of all proprietary and human resources related information.
• Overtime and travel may be required to support achievement of objectives.
• Involvement in the accident/incident investigation program, determine root causes, correct actions and following-up to ensure completion.
• Seeks out and corrects unsafe acts or conditions, ensuring all health and safety policies are followed.
• Conducts planned workplace inspections, as scheduled by the Environmental, Health and Safety Department.
• Perform other duties as required

Who we are looking for

• 7 or more years of work-related experience.
• Minimum of 5 years automotive or related experience in a Manufacturing/Production role.
• Post-secondary Degree/Diploma in a related field.

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 Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting