Controls Technician

Magna International•Holland, MI

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. 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.

Requirements

B.S. Degree in area of Manufacturing/Electrical Engineering Technology or a minimum of 3 years’ experience troubleshooting PLCs, Vision Systems, Robotics, and/or Servo Systems.
Demonstrated ability to establish communication with all controls systems in area of responsibility for troubleshooting and programming purposes.
Demonstrated good interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills to communicate with internal and external contacts and work in a team environment.
Must be able to lead, train, and support other staff.
Strong project management and problem-solving skills to work on projects independently under minimal work direction.

Nice To Haves

Experience with the following manufacturers is preferred: Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Fanuc, Denso, Cognex, Keyence, GVI, Yaskawa, Bekhoff, and Wago.

Responsibilities

Provides technical support to set-up personnel, manufacturing, and engineering in all phases of manufacturing.
Participates in continuous improvement activities to improve OEE (overall equipment effectiveness) metrics through downtime reduction, cycle time reduction, scrap reduction, and improved efficiency.
Troubleshoots, identifies, implements, and maintains controls systems, including: PLC, Vision, Robotics, and Servo.
Conducts manufacturing process verification via manual records or through implementation of automated controls.
Develops work standards for current tools, machines, and equipment in designated area and maintains accurate records.
Provides training and work direction to other staff.
Performs other duties as necessary.
Be a first line responder to independently investigate, find root cause and implement immediate and long term corrective action for out of tolerance process variance and equipment down time.
Communicate with process engineering and support personnel to ensure robust process and solutions.
Assists in development and implementation of quality procedures, work instructions and standards.
Understands Magna Mirrors Holland’s quality policy and assures compliance with ISO/IATF systems.