Manufacturing Engineer - Technical Team Co-op Student

Location: Brampton, Ontario, CA

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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

HOURLY

$21.60 - $26.46

VACANCY STATUS

Immediate, Open Position

POSITION TYPE : WINTER TERM & SUMMER TERM

RESPONSIBILITIES

Create/update standardized work instructions for mould change overs

Create/revise technical team metrics and Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s)

Support/Implement continuous improvement projects through time studies, standardized work audits, and data analysis

Lead efforts to incorporate new concepts into existing systems with particular emphasis on  process repeatability, consistency, quality, and cost reduction

Evaluate and implement corrective actions

Perform ergonomic studies, develop tools that will reduce ergonomic risk to operators

Attend meetings as required and communicate or provide data as necessary

Ensure financial budgets are followed

Perform all job functions in a safe and healthful manner, abiding by all health, safety and environmental rules and regulations, promoting safety in the workplace

Comply with the requirements of CTPAT/PIP

Conduct business in an ethical manner in compliance with the Magna Code of Conduct

Report all accidents/incidents and unsafe conditions/behavior

Adhere to applicable quality systems and IATF 16949 standards

Adhere to and promote the Employee Charter and work within the rules, regulations and guidelines of the Plastcoat Employee Handbook

Participate in and support Continuous Improvement initiatives

Maintain work area in accordance with the principles of 5S and operate daily within these standards

Ensure work area is kept neat and organized

Perform other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

Minimum completion of post-secondary education in a technical field

Mechatronics Engineering is preferred

SKILLS

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Strong project leadership skills

Thinks conceptually and intuitively from a lean perspective

Drives for continuous improvement

Excellent computer skills in word & spreadsheet programs

Demonstrated ability to effectively solve problems

Strong interpersonal skills

Well-developed organizational and time management skills

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

Student / Co-Op

Group

Magna Exteriors