Sr 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 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:

Job Summary:

Experienced and highly motivated with a passion for optimizing automotive production processes.  Seeking a skilled individual to join our Engineering Team, focusing on assembly methods, molding, coating, and tooling within a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment. 

General Responsibilities:

This role involves driving manufacturing excellence, process optimization, and ensuring safe, efficient production environment.

• Lead and participate in problem solving initiatives
• Drive labor efficiencies in the plant through labor reduction, either via standardized work, or automation
• Drive efficiencies through waste identification and reduction
• Optimize processes through statistical data analysis
• Maintain all critical process documentation such as Job Instructions or Standard Operating Procedures, PFMEAs, Process Flow Diagrams, etc.
• Implement RPN reductions and error proofing improvements onto the shop floor
• Participate in corrective actions for Customer complaints
• Support manufacturing layout, equipment changes, and line consolidations using CAD tools
• Implementation of product changes onto the manufacturing floor
• Assist with VA/VE activity (Product and Process Savings)
• Assist with samples/validation builds for product changes
• Ensure equipment effectiveness for meeting throughput targets
• Assist in dimensional verification of components and finished product
• Administer appropriate corrective actions to improve ergonomics on the production floor
• Occasional need to work off shifts and weekends as necessary to support initiatives

Education And Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechatronics, Industrial/Mechanical Engineering, or related field required
• Master’s Degree in Mechatronics, Engineering, or related field a plus
• Minimum of 5+ years of progressive engineering and manufacturing experience in the Automotive and/or Automotive Supply Base sector focusing on Assembly Methods, Molding, Coating, and Tooling
• Experience with lighting, particularly automotive lighting, is a plus

Qualifications & Requirements:

Successful candidates will possess a blend of advanced technical skills, strong problem-solving capabilities, and the leadership qualities necessary for a senior role.

Technical Skills:

• In-depth experience, including leading methodical problem solving via any of the defined best practice methods (Shainin Red X, Six Sigma, 8D, A3, etc.)
• Experience in identifying and implementing automation solutions to reduce direct labor
• Demonstrated ability to lead and implement Lean initiatives, including Kaizen events, 5S principles, and waste reduction (Muda, Mura, Muri) projects
• Statistical analysis experience, particularly with conducting Design of Experiments (DOE) and utilizing Minitab
• Experience in assembly line work balance charts, standard work operating procedures (SOPs), PFMEA, PFD, VSM, and Control Plans
• Design and implementation of Error Proofing solutions
• Knowledge of Customer Specific requirements (TS16949/ISO9000/IS014001/OHSMS and industry standards
• Experience with Ergonomics and implementing ergonomic improvements on manufacturing assembly stations
• Experience with 3D CAD and 2d AutoCAD
• Hands on experience with equipment, working side by side with Process and Maintenance Technicians

Soft Skills:

• Able to drive accountability both up and down the ladder to various team members through structured requirements, expectations, and timelines
• Proven ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams to achieve common goals
• Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills to develop innovative solutions and long-term plans
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate and influence stakeholders at all levels
• A natural inclination towards coaching, mentoring, and developing interns and junior team members
• Good project management, planning and scheduling skills, with history of successful timelines and goal achievement
• A continuous improvement mentality and the ability to apply this capability and knowledge to the company’s processes, products, and associates (mentoring)
• Highly motivated, self-directed, creative, innovative and people-oriented person
• Ability to multi-task on several fronts to meet Business Plan objectives

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.

Worker Type:

Regular / Permanent

Group:

Magna Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting