Technical Specialist - Hot Stamping & Heat Treat

Job Number: 70840
Group: Cosma International
Division: Formet Industries
Job Type: Permanent/Regular
Location: ST. THOMAS
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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
Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market.
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.
At Formet, one of the largest manufacturing employers in Southwestern Ontario producing body and chassis components for assembly plants across North America, we take care of each other and live by the motto "One Team. One Formet."
About the Role
A Technical Specialist who provides instruction, guidance and leadership to the Quality Assurance Test Lab, Hot Stamp and Heat Treat Teams. They will assist in solving day to day problems and advance planning, utilizing the Magna Employee Charter while implementing policies, procedures, and objectives of the company. They work diligently to ensure that Formet Industries is producing and shipping a quality product. They will directly support Continuous Improvement in Hot Stamping and Heat Treating Processes and change validation. This will be achieved by keeping up to date on new information and technologies and direct involvement in process development.
Who we are looking for
• Minimum 5 years of experience in metallurgy / heat treat operations or as a combination of a minimum of 5 years formal metallurgical education and heat treat experience.• Minimum 2 years of experience in the Automotive Quality Field.• Knowledge or background in IATF 16949, AIAG Core Tools.• Knowledge or background in Customer Specific Process Requirements for Press Hardened Steel and Aluminum Aging Ovens including CQI-9, and other audits.
Your Responsibilities
• Perform all duties and promote themselves in a manner that reflects Formet Expectations and Formet's Visions/Values through Magna's Employee Charter.• Follow and abide by all government, Legal, Magna and Formet rules and regulations.• Contribute to continuous improvement and cost reduction activities.• Ensure Lab equipment is maintained and serviced.• Implementation of all documentation for new products, process development and validation.• Support initiatives to reduce cycle time, scrap and improve process stability in Hot Stamping and Heat Treating.• Support development of PFMEAs and Control Plans for Hot Stamping and Heat Treating.• Responsible for the job descriptions and SOPs of the Quality Team Members in Test Lab.• Support in the updates, revisions, implementation and archiving of quality records and documents that pertain to the Lab including the Laboratory Scope and Manual. • Support QEC's with Material Properties Testing & Reports for PPAP packages.• Maintain Customer Surveys, Audits and other Specific Requirements related to Hot Stamping and Heat Treating.• Support the training of production personnel in all quality requirements of Hot Stamping and Heat Treating Processes.• Ensure support is provided for all departments with any quality/testing concern.• Support and follow through on completion of tasks / projects, PCR's and CIP's.• Attend and / or champion meetings.• Demonstrate a sense of urgency to achieve results.• Perform other duties as designated.
Site Benefits
• Weekly pay via direct deposit• Vacation entitlement
o 3 weeks of paid vacation (3 weeks after 3 years) + 3 company paid holidays + 2x ½ days = 19 days annually• Medical and Dental Benefits after 1 month of employment.• Magna will contribute an amount equal to 3% of regular earnings every week to your retirement savings (MBC program)• Profit sharing paid in the second quarter of every year (EEPPP Program)• Matched GRRSP• Company Paid Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)• Optional group Life Insurance and Critical Illness Insurance for self and spouse • Safety Shoe, prescription Safety Glasses and Custom Molded Earplug allowance• Company paid uniforms (if you choose to use)• Company BBQ, Holiday Parties and Company Events• Corporate Social Responsibility Initiatives - 6k for Water Walk, Support Local Charities (Hospice of Elgin, Adopt a Family (12 in total), STEGH), Children's Health Foundation and many more)• Magna Service Award Program• Roger's and Bell cellphone data plan available - as low as $50/month! • Subsidized cafeteria with daily specials including hot vegetarian options - we are known for our amazing cafeteria! Free coffee, juice and tea• Educational Assistance Program• Employee Discounts: new vehicles, amusement parks, etc. • You get to work with a FANTASTIC Team! One Team, One Formet!
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