Process Engineer

Job Number: 67988
Group: Magna Seating
Division: Integram Windsor Seating
Job Type: Permanent/Regular
Location: TECUMSEH
Work Style: On-Site
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
Magna is an innovative leader in the development and manufacturing of seating structures, foam and trim, mechanisms, and complete seats for global automotive, heavy truck and bus industries. Seating is at the center of the consumer vehicle experience and our seating solutions are developed from consumer research, prioritizing comfort, convenience and connectivity.
About the Role
Responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of the foam plant process. This includes all areas of the foam chemistry, process optimization, trouble shooting, quality, scrap, rework and downtime. This position is for the Midnight shift.
Your Responsibilities
Knowledge of the foam reactivity profile of a given system. Need to understand, Cream Time, Gel Time, End of Rise, Top of Cup, % Recession (Relapse), Density, Material Viscosity. Ability to develop robot pour programs patterns for effective foam distribution. Understanding of the inputs and outputs within the programs associated to mix head functions, part counters, area release, collision protection etc. Knowledge of robotic functions, safety items, ability to trouble shooting fault errors. Maintain and understand the importance of critical process variables, including chemical stream mixing pressures, temperatures, tooling temperatures, seal-off and venting conditions, and internal mold pressures. Establish and maintain foam shot size, index and flow rates to optimize foam physical characteristics and product quality. Understanding the basis of formulation changes (Index, Ratio), and how it correlates to I.F.D. (Indentation Force Deflection) results. Understanding of the basic function of a mix head and how mix quality can be optimized through mix head vernier adjustments, orifice sizing, pressures, and flow rate. Maintain and understand PLC carrier function variable settings. Able to diagnose carrier malfunctions and recommend corrective actions. Ability to effectively trouble shoot mold related defects due to temperatures out of spec, seal-off effectiveness and affects of over and under venting. Knowledge of flow rates, ratios, and pressures and how they affect each other, and the level of chemical mix. Ability to update manual pour setup in order to reduce chemical stream throughput variation as well as stabilizing individual stream pressures and improving overall mixing consistency. Good working knowledge of the Tank Farm setup and function. Able to trouble shoot system failures and coordinate resolution through support staff if required. Actively participate in the clean up of chemical spills as required. Good working knowledge of overall foam plant operations. Able to troubleshoot a variety of different types of processing equipment with Electrical, Mechanical and Mold Maintenance departments as required. Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of departments, in order to achieve desired goals and objectives set forth my management. Responsible for achieving productivity and efficiency percentages as set by the Foam Operations Manager. Ensure that all employees work in a safe manner. Develop and maintain a team-oriented atmosphere at all times. Ensure that all Company safety procedures are strictly adhered to at all times. Address all safety concerns either raised by workers or from safety audits. Advise workers of any potential or actual hazard. Complete Accident Investigations and ensure corrective measures are taken. Ensure service parts are produced in a a timely manner and are identified as service parts. Submit daily shift notes that identify critical events that effected hitting operational targets. Ensure all first off and new forms from the lab are responded to in a timely manner. Tools that are producing nonconforming parts must be segregated and identified.
Who we are looking for
Technology Diploma or University Degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering discipline , or equivalent Processing experience required. Minimum 2 years processing experience in a JIT environment preferred.
Able to work on a steady midnight shift.
Your preferred qualifications
What we offer
Accommodations for disabilities in relation to the job selection process are available upon request.
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
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.