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Form of workThe 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.
Role Summary
- Responsible for coordination and management of new program/product quotes and launches for Assembly operation.
- Designs and supervises installation of assembly process and equipment.
- Assists manufacturing in continuous process improvements and problem solving.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop manufacturing processes for new product/programs. (Specify assembly equipment, establish process flow, estimate labor requirements, develop work instructions, design and implement error proofing, etc.). Prepare quote and other customer required submissions.
- Establish production floor layouts that promote lean manufacturing concepts and effective usage of space.
- Coordinate department responsibilities for launches of new programs. Provide leadership and audit the process for manufacturing effectiveness and quality.
- Represent Nascote at assembly plants for problem evaluation or during launches.
- Represent Nascote at vendor shops to validate machines prior to delivery.
- Investigate process problems using the 8D or similar problem-solving methodologies. Lead teams to effective solutions.
- Periodically re-evaluate assembly processes for improved throughput, labor utilization, and quality.
- Prepare Engineering Change documents and follow up as the changes move through departments.
- Must be competent in and utilize AIAG "Core Tools"
- Utilize effective communication skills.
- Work various shifts, overtime, and weekends when required.
- Make safety a top priority in work behavior and assembly line design.
- Mentor entry level Assembly Manufacturing Engineers.
Key Qualifications/Requirements
- B.S. degree in engineering discipline (required).
- Experience in the Automotive Industry or another assembly related field (preferred).
- Past work in manufacturing operations in an engineering or technical capacity.
- Preferred 2 years of assembly manufacturing engineering experience.
- Must be computer skilled in a variety of common business and engineering applications and able to learn new applications quickly.
- Competent in use of Auto-Cad.
- Preferred experience with robotics.
- Must be able to provide statements of work and effectively communicate with and manage equipment suppliers.
- Must have the ability to be well presented to the customer and maintain composure in challenging situations.
- Able to assume supervisory duties and be effective at performing tasks through others.
