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What we offer:Job Responsibilities:
- B.S. in Engineering or Technical Degree.
- In special circumstances, candidates who have not met the required education, but have substantial manufacturing work experience that is applicable to the job may be considered.
- Must have the ability to read blueprints, understand and sketch 3D drawings.
- Must have good math, written, and verbal skills.
- Must have good computer skills.
- Must have the basic understanding of SPC, control charting, and capability studies.
- Must have a forklift operator’s license.
- Preferred- Three years at technician level position in manufacturing with closely related experience to the "Essential Functions." One year continuous work experience.
- Preferred- Past job duties requiring problem solving, computer applications and following technical instructions.
- Assists Program Engineers with troubleshooting part improvements for fit, function, and appearance.
- Provides program support when Program Engineer is not available due to travel/vacation, etc.
- Analyzes data and recommends actions based on capability reports.
- Represents Nascote engineering at tool shops, and assembly plants upon request of engineer.
- Assist in the manufacture of prototype and pre-production parts including AAR parts.
- Provides support for customer program tracking and change control, such as Ford G.P.I.R.S., W.E.R.S., and E.A.S.I. computer based systems, along with GM’s PPPS system within GM Supply Power.
- Assists Program Engineers with Tool Pictures and data entry for customer databases.
- Assist with creation and maintenance of BOM.
- Assist with updating Program Status Reports.
- Initiate and maintain specific process flow diagrams.
- Review, interpret and summarize statistical data as requested.
- Must be competent in and utilize AIAG "Core Tools"
- Assist in new product quotations.
- Writes, tracks, and dispositions V.I.D.’s.
- Communicate/Network with all processes/departments to relay pertinent pre-production information.
- Assist in creating standards for the plant.
- Initiates shipping requests, completes customer required shipping documents, packages or coordinates packaging of sample parts, packaging and tooling.
- Maintains inventory of prototype purchased components and assemblies.
- Inspect purchased components for builds prior to saleable. Record results in receiving inspection folders.
- Assist QE in creating blue dot checklists as well as assisting with blue dot inspection.
- Assists with verification of conformance of supplier packaging.
- Assist with writing deviations.
- Assist with writing ECN's.
- Maintain log of shipments.
- Ensures the Engineering department is acting in the safest manner possible - Conducts monthly safety audits.
- Maintains an acceptable attendance record and works overtime as required.
- Assists in the trouble shooting for manufacturing problems.
- Participates in improvement teams, concern resolution reports (8D) and other formal problem solving and improvement activities. Takes a leadership role in many cases.
- Participates in department initiatives - e.g. business plan development / execution, procedure development, QOS.
- Participates in department meetings.
- Completes documentation of activities as required.
- Submits cost reduction and innovation ideas.
- Maintains a clean and safe work area.
- Performs other tasks as assigned.
Benefits:
- Pay Range: $ 80,000 - $84,000
- Customizable Insurance Plans starting at 30 days.
- Medical/Dental - Blue Cross Blue Shield. Three different plans.
- Dental - Delta Dental - Two different plans.
- Vision - VSP - Two different plans.
- 401k and matching at 6 months.
- Paid Parental Leave.
- FSA/HSA.
- Company Paid Life Insurance.
- Free Employee and Family Assistance Programs (EFAP)
- Paid Time Off.
- 13 Paid Holidays.
- On-site fitness center and off-site fitness reimbursement.
- Magna Family Scholarship.
- Tuition Reimbursement.
- Service Award Programs.
- Disaster Assistance Program.
- Profit Participation Program after 2 years
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.
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