Industrial 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:
Apply technical knowledge and expertise to ensure robust manufacturing process through Kaizen workshop and time and motion studies. Manage manufacturing performance deliverables such as implementation of CI suggestions, process flows and plant layouts. Support technical and manufacturing solutions; including engineering and line balancing, to achieve goals and objectives relating to research and development, organizational projects and services for continuous improvement and risk reduction. Apply technical knowledge and expertise to manage/plan new projects for building modifications and support new product launches. Oversee plant and building facilities maintenance including upkeep and preventative maintenance for building, outbuildings, and grounds.

• Responsible for material flow (plant-wide Value Stream Mapping/VSM).
• Ability to work independently and draw from experience in all aspects of the job assigned.
• Must have demonstrated track record of initiating and implementing process cost reductions in Lean Manufacturing environment.
• Responsible for material flow (plant-wide Value Stream Mapping/VSM).
• Provide hand-on troubleshooting of new equipment and be capable of working with all disciplines to promote team participation
• Ability to work independently and draw from experience in all aspects of the job assigned.
• Support Preventative Maintenance Program development for all manufacturing process equipment
• Review facilities and equipment requirements with relevant internal and external customers/suppliers
• Completing all required APQP-related activities, ECR processes, PRP (8D), and all other Quality Management System requirements relating to industrial engineering.
• Conduct time studies, identify capacity constraints and opportunities to improve efficiencies and reduce manufacturing costs.
• Design/Implement changes to work cell layouts using AutoCAD for all departments.
• Responsible to initiate Kaizen workshop for under-performing work cells.
• Train operations staff for any new processes and provide instructions.
• Responsible for analyzing operations, designing work flow and production processes, reducing inefficiency and ensuring that final products meet the established quality standards.
• Design layout of equipment, materials, workspace to illustrate maximum efficiency.
• Develop manufacturing methods, labour utilization standards and cost analysis systems to meet company standards.
• Ensure, with the cooperation of other Co-Ex-Tec departments and Corporate that the division achieves and maintains the highest possible Customer rating for satisfaction; strive for zero defects in all areas of the business.
• Ensure and promote all safety standards, safe operating procedures, good housekeeping practices, all safety issues conforming to the "Occupational Health and Safety Act" and the observance of protective equipment requirements at all times.
• Ensure compliance and enforcement of Customer Specific Requirements, QMS (IATF16949), Health and Safety (ISO 45001), EMS (ISO14001), and security (PIP) requirements.
• Perform, direct, and carry out any and all other assignments from time to time as management directs

EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

• Must have a Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering Degree/Diploma, or applicable trade.
• Professional 5+ year in the automotive industry: Specialized knowledge & know how. Conducts higher-level analysis. Prioritizes tasks to take action, works with partial responsibility and minimal supervision

Compensation: $75,000 -$88,000 / year
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