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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
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
Responsible for ensuring a smooth transition of new products from Advanced Product Development to Operations. Follow the Advance Product Quality Planning (Trax) established practice. Lead the advanced manufacturing team and support teams to a flawless launch. Apply technical knowledge and expertise to ensure robust manufacturing process design prior to launch and lead production improvement projects. Manage performance deliverables such as implementation of CI suggestions, scrap reduction initiatives and OEE improvements through the launch of new business or projects assigned by management. 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
Responsible to ensure smooth transition of the new product from Advanced Product Development to Operations. Activity typically begins 9 months pre-SOP and continues 3 months post SOP or until the launch KPI’s are stable and in control
Assisting in part design activities with design source and provide feasibility directivesfor ease of manufacturing and reducing cost. Will follow the Advance Product Quality Planning (Trax) established practice.
Development and maintain documentation for PFMEA, Operator Instructions, Rework, Change-over procedure and instruction, Manufacturing Engineering Open Issues, and Continuous Improvement Program
Ensures new product Launch Key Milestone dates, Launch KPI’s, Test Incidents, Customer Rejects and High-Risk Items are tracked with status, timing and action plans to close.
Co-ordinate, 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.
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.
Min. 5 years+ experience in a similar role. Conducts higher-level analysis. Prioritizes tasks to take action, works with partial responsibility and minimal supervision
Your preferred qualifications
Communication/Presentation/Moderation
Continuous improvement / Problem Solving
Project Management
Teamwork / Collaboration
Sound computer skills, including knowledge of software in current use.
Familiarity with FMEA, APQP
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
Site Benefits
- Medical and Dental Benefits after 1 month of employment
- 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
