Pre-Production and Project Coordinator

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 Mechatronics, Mirrors and Lighting group specializes in automotive technologies that are driving the future of mobility. Combining a deep systems knowledge to develop unique vehicle access experiences, intelligent visions systems and advanced automotive lighting technologies, MML's expertise light the path to innovation, safety and styling.
Job Responsibilities:

• Assist Program Managers in coordinating all aspects of Dortec and customer APQP process / requirements including program management activities; in the design and development of tooling, facilities, equipment processes, etc.; in coordinating, preparing and packaging prototype and pre-launch samples and shipments.
• Coordinate the development of product designs, tooling, gages, and process planning for small programs where applicable as directed by CPM
• Creates, issues and maintains all program timelines under the guidance of the Program Manager (special projects, VA/VEs, cost reductions etc.)
• Coordinates all new model and or special current pre-production activities from scheduling to shipping pre-production assemblies to support internal and external quality, cost and timing targets.
• Communicates and makes recommendations to Cross Functional Teams on all issues, including timing of builds, pre-production equipment requirements, scheduling, cost, quality and open issues.
• Ensures proper sign-off of pre-production equipment if needed (PCN)
• Review and analyze customer release requirements for pre-production and Carryovers
• 100% on time delivery as prescribed by window times for pre-production and Carryovers parts
• Provide timely and accurate confirmation of planned shipping quantities and times for customer releases
• Communicate customer requirements and updates to appropriate personnel
• Communicate advanced-shipping notifications to customers immediately following shipment departure for customers as required.
• Prepare appropriate shipping documents including bill of lading, packing slips and customs papers as required
• Analyze and reconcile customer/Dortec shipment discrepancies including those associated with cumulative quantity shipped errors, customer returns and defective material for pre-production
• Arranges any special freight - i.e. customer expedites when required
• Identify and communicate relevant news bulletins from customers as required
• Performs record retention
• Maintain accurate documentation for shipment and release schedule reconciliation and follow up
• Work with Finance and Sales to ensure POs are correctly issued for pre-production orders.
• Work with the Quality team to ensure pre-production parts follow a quality process
• Executes Division purchase transactions (ex. Supplier PO issuance, amendments)
• Work with engineering staff to obtain drawing approvals from suppliers
• Coordinate the work of the Pre-production Assemblers and provide direction on builds
• Trains new assembly operators as necessary.
• Oversee Assembly operators (pre-production and/or warranty) and ensure part analysis is being performed
• Correct unsafe acts or conditions, ensuring all health and safety policies are followed.
• Maintains safety and housekeeping at all times.
• Perform other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Completion of high school or equivalent.
• 3 to less than 5 years of work related experience.
• Well-developed communication, organizational, interpersonal and analytical abilities
• Able to lead and work independently as well as within a group
• Strong computer skills, including knowledge of software in current use - Word and Excel
• Good understanding of blueprints
• Sound computer knowledge

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.
Worker Type:
Regular / Permanent
Group:
Magna Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting