Manufacturing Engineer

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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 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.

Job Responsibilities:

General Job Duties:

• To exhibit an objective, fair and professional attitude that exemplifies the principles outlined in The MAGNA Employee’s Charter to maintain a positive and productive workplace.
• To follow Decostar policies and display conduct expected of Decostar employees as described in the employee handbook.
• Ensure that you follow company policies and business objectives in the daily supervision of the operations of the company.
• To exhibit teamwork and leadership skills and actively participate in team activities in a positive working environment.
• To demonstrate problem solving skills in a work environment that is striving for continuous improvement.
• To support all customer quality standards as well as the standards of Decostar.
• To perform daily cross-functional job assignments as required and per the department’s established procedures and work instructions.
• Ensure a spirit of respect, cooperation, ethical conduct and fair dealing in all our operations between our internal and external customers and suppliers.

Specific Job Duties:

• To direct and follow Decostar Industries health and safety policies and procedures that provide for a safe and healthful workplace for all Decostar Industries employees, contractors and visitors.
• Exemplify the Charter principle for a safe and healthful workplace by correcting unsafe behaviors and eliminating or reducing the possibility of employee injury due to hazardous conditions.
• Immediately respond, in a positive and proactive manner, to any Decostar employee's health and safety concern or suggestion.
• Immediately report any accidents, incidents, or near misses to the Safety Department and complete required accident reporting documentation within established timelines.
• Complete all required safety-related inspections.
• Ensure all employees under your guidance have received the required training to perform their jobs safely.
• Serve as Decostar's manufacturing process expert by identifying, developing, and implementing process improvements that enhance safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance.
• Support the development and launch of new Decostar programs, capital projects, manufacturing equipment, and production processes.
• Work with Program Managers, Launch Managers, Product Engineers, Quality Engineers, and Production personnel to develop robust manufacturing processes that meet customer and program requirements.
• Develop, validate, and maintain manufacturing process documentation including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Work Instructions (WIs), One Point Lessons (OPLs), Process Flow Diagrams, and Training Records.
• Maintain and update Decostar Secondary Tooling Standards and support the sourcing, procurement, installation, and validation of tooling and manufacturing equipment.
• Prepare and issue request-for-quote packages to suppliers for tooling, fixtures, automation, and manufacturing equipment while supporting supplier selection and implementation activities.
• Support manufacturing budgets by evaluating capital expenditures, process improvements, and tooling investments to achieve cost and operational objectives.
• Analyze manufacturing processes, cycle times, equipment utilization, labor requirements, and production capacity to optimize operational performance.
• Conduct line balancing, workstation design, material flow analysis, and plant layout improvements to maximize productivity and efficiency.
• Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis activities for process, equipment, quality, and production issues and implement effective corrective actions.
• Support APQP activities including PFMEAs, Control Plans, process validations, Run-at-Rate activities, and customer launch requirements.
• Ensure manufacturing equipment is designed, sourced, installed, and operational to support customer, product, and program timing requirements.
• Provide support to production operations, including startup activities, operator training, process validation, and continuous process optimization.
• Develop and implement equipment, fixture, tooling, and automation improvements that increase productivity, improve quality, and reduce manufacturing costs.
• Conduct Kaizen events and continuous improvement workshops to optimize manufacturing operations and eliminate waste.
• Utilize Lean Manufacturing principles including Visual Management, 5S, Kanban, SMED, Value Stream Mapping, and standardized work to improve operational performance.
• Evaluate engineering changes and coordinate implementation activities to ensure manufacturing processes, tooling, and documentation are updated accurately and on schedule.
• Work with suppliers as assigned to resolve manufacturing, tooling, equipment, and process-related issues.
• Support the Decostar Suggestion Program (VOICE) in a manner that fosters and encourages participation by all Decostar employees
• Develop productive working relationships with shop floor personnel and support manufacturing initiatives that improve safety, quality, productivity, and employee engagement.
• Evaluate, communicate, and assist in implementing improvement ideas while providing feedback regarding disposition and results.
• Create and maintain plans that support Decostar's participation in Magna Winning Teams and other corporate continuous improvement initiatives.
• Understand business accounting practices and utilize real-time financial information when evaluating investments, cost reductions, labor efficiencies, and capital projects.
• Support regularly scheduled visits to satellite facilities to perform manufacturing assessments and follow up on process improvement opportunities.
• Work weekends and travel as required by business needs.
• Perform other duties as directed.

Skills and Experience Required:

• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, automation systems, production equipment, and assembly operations.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and Continuous Improvement methodologies.
• Knowledge of APQP, PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, MSA, and root cause analysis tools.
• Experience supporting new product launches and process development activities.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or other CAD software.
• Strong analytical, project management, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with capacity analysis, line balancing, plant layout, and workflow optimization.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Project.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering and five (5) or more years of related business experience required.
• Minimum of 5-10 years of manufacturing engineering experience, preferably in automotive manufacturing.

Physical Requirements

• This position requires a person to have the ability to perform work while sitting for up to eight (8) hours on a continuous basis.
• This position requires a person to have the ability to stand, walk or climb stairs a minimum of eight (8) hours on a continuous basis.
• This position requires the ability to lift up to 25 pounds on a frequent basis and 50 pounds on an infrequent basis.
• Good vision at a close distance as well as color acuity is required.
• Must be capable of performing a full range of repetitive motion for up to eight (8) hours a day.

Decostar Training Requirements:

• You will receive training to perform your job on an on-going basis concurrent with Decostar business operations. Training areas will include safety, quality, continuous improvement and other job specific training that is determined to be an essential part of your job and Decostar business operations

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 or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.

AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure

As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.

Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.

If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.

Worker Type:

Regular / Permanent

Group:

Magna Exteriors