Analyst, Manufacturing Systems

Magna International•Mississauga, ON

2d•CA$75,000 - CA$85,000

About The Position

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. Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market.

Requirements

Strong knowledge of MES platforms (FunnelCloud preferred)
Experience with ERP integrations (Epicor CMS, SAP, or equivalent)
Solid understanding of system integration, data flows, and databases (SQL)
Experience translating business requirements into technical solutions
Working knowledge of network fundamentals (TCP/IP, VLANs, switches, Wi-Fi)
Understanding of OT/IT environments and industrial system connectivity
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills aligned with systems analysis responsibilities
Ability to gather, interpret, and translate business requirements into technical solutions
Effective cross-functional collaboration with technical and non-technical stakeholders
High level of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement mindset
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
5+ years of experience in MES, manufacturing IT, or industrial systems (aligned to S09 senior level)
Experience in automotive or high-volume manufacturing environments preferred

Nice To Haves

Experience with Industry 4.0 initiatives (OEE, IIoT, automation, data integration)
Exposure to OT cybersecurity tools (e.g., Claroty)
Experience with manufacturing traceability and labeling systems

Responsibilities

Lead the implementation and execution of MES services and procedures across manufacturing operations
Configure, maintain, and support MES platforms (e.g., FunnelCloud) to ensure system stability and uptime
Translate business requirements into MES solutions and validate technical feasibility
Drive system enhancements, upgrades, and deployments aligned with plant and global standards
Gather and analyze business requirements from plant stakeholders
Propose and design technical MES concepts that support manufacturing processes
Develop functional specifications, workflows, and system interfaces
Ensure solutions align with Magna Global IT standards and architecture
Coordinate integration between MES and ERP systems (e.g., Epicor CMS, SAP)
Support synchronization of data between shop-floor systems and enterprise applications
Maintain master data structures and ensure data consistency across systems
Act as primary escalation point for MES-related issues impacting production and quality
Support real-time manufacturing technologies (scanners, HMIs, labeling systems, traceability tools)
Collaborate with production, quality, and maintenance teams to resolve operational issues
Ensure accurate capture of production metrics (OEE, downtime, scrap, traceability)
Ensure integrity, availability, and accuracy of manufacturing data
Support reporting and analytics solutions (e.g., Power BI, MES dashboards)
Provide insights into KPIs including efficiency, downtime, and quality performance
Partner with IT infrastructure teams to support connectivity across OT/IT environments
Assist with troubleshooting network-related issues impacting MES and plant devices
Support deployment of industrial technologies within secure and reliable environments
Ensure MES solutions comply with corporate IT standards, cybersecurity policies, and audit requirements
Support compliance with IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 standards
Maintain documentation including procedures, configurations, and change records
Continuously adhere to and apply the Magna Employee’s Charter, the Magna Corporate Constitution, and the Magna Operational Principles in all aspects of position and interaction with others.
Effective use of MAGNA STRUCTURES MEADOWVALE’s Escalation Process.
Promotes divisional values as well as contributes towards meeting long term goals of company.
Observes all Federal/Provincial Regulations including standards for safe working conditions as outlined in the Occupational Health & Safety Act as well as Policies and Procedures outlined in the Employee Handbook
Attends all scheduled meetings and training.
Understands and follows established rules, procedures and policies relating to position.
Ensure a safe working environment by observing safe work practices and by following all safety policies and procedures.
Other duties that may be assigned.