Launch Supervisor

Magna International•Moore, SC

About The Position

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: Magna is an innovative leader in the development and manufacturing of high quality complete seating systems. Our solution includes seating structures, mechanisms and hardware, as well as foam and trim products for global automotive, heavy truck and bus industries. Our capabilities include market and consumer research; full concept development; design and engineering capabilities; testing, validation and world-class manufacturing. Our award-winning seating solutions are developed from consumer research, finding the ease of operation to be comfortable, convenient and connected. Job Responsibilities: Position Summary: Responsible for training team on assembling automotive seat systems correctly and timely. You’ll supervise the day-to-day operation of the Launch Production Team members so that they can contribute to building high-quality products in a fast-paced environment focused on safety, quality, and teamwork. Position Responsibilities: Ensure a safe work environment and compliance with all EHS policies and procedures is sustained. Investigate and resolve safety issues and/or incidents and support rehabilitation of injured employees. Participate in audits. Ensure conformance to IATF 16949 quality management standards is sustained. Maintain process procedures and documentation as applicable. Participate in audits and devise corrective/preventive actions. Identify and suggest changes to procedures as appropriate. Ensure employee training is completed as per MSSC requirements and standard rotations are in place. Build seats to customer standard and assist with customer reviews. Monitor processes between production, quality, materials, maintenance, etc to ensure a smooth flow. Resolves issues with the respective areas as they arise. Coordinate and schedule special builds and protype builds. Communicate build plans with launch, production and engineering teams and participate in build activities. Document and communicate component issues found in special builds. Assist in evaluating failure mode and defining actions for improvements. Lead or support establishing procedures and OVS/JES for production. Engage other groups or departments as applicable in defining procedures. Participate in “carboard city”. Maintain Open Item List (OIL) to ensure issues, actions and champions are tracked. Travel between multiple sites including Magna plant, Magna warehouse, and BMW. Assist quality team with emergency repairs at BMW as needed. Perform parts inspection, inventory, cleanup, minor equipment maintenance, or other related tasks. Maintain self-compliance and lead by example of Magna Charter and Principles and all rules, processes and procedures. Monitor employee performance and compliance with Magna Charter and Principles, rules, processes and procedures. Address issues in a firm, fair and consistent manner. Document employee performance discussions through means of coachings, evaluations, corrective actions, etc. Respond to employee issues, concerns, suggestions, and complaints within 48 hours. Identify activities to improve safety, quality, production, operator efficiency, eliminate waste, etc. Responsible for accurate and timely review and approval of timecards, attendance records, and time off requests. Maintain communication with team members regarding matters of safety, quality, production, goals, site activities, etc to keep all informed. Complete all assigned trainings before established deadlines. Attend and participate in scheduled meetings. All other duties as assigned. The above statement reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of the work required inherent in the job. Other duties may be assigned from time to time to support business needs. 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. Notice regarding the use of AI: 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. If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team. Worker Type: Regular / Permanent Group: Magna Seating We see a future where everyone can live and move without limitations. That’s why we are developing technologies, systems and concepts that make vehicles safer and cleaner, while serving our communities, the planet and, above all, people. In the right environment, your ideas can turn into industry-changing automotive technologies and improve the lives of people around the world. Let's create the future of mobility, together. Learn more about us: Sustainability Innovation Interview-Tips

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
2 years’ experience in production leadership roles in manufacturing environment. Includes handling performance discussions, documentation of accountability, accurate timekeeping records, accurate attendance records, accurate training records, etc.
Ability to stand 8+ hours each day and lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
Working knowledge of Excel.
Experience with root cause analysis and problem solving.
Ability to work flexible hours to support 24/7 operation.
Willing and able to travel – both domestically and internationally.
High degree of professional maturity, integrity, ability to maintain confidential information and data.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to confront issues and resolve conflict while demonstrating diplomacy and tactfulness and controlling emotions.
Ability to objectively coach employees through complex, difficult and emotional issues.
Must have the ability to make recommendations to effectively resolve problems and issues, by using judgment that is consistent with standards, practices, policies, procedures, regulations or government law.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to present facts and recommendations effectively in oral and written form.
Customer focused with strong execution skills and results oriented.
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with employees at all levels of the organization including, employees, management staff, and corporate personnel, as well as BMW.
Provides follow-through to ensure customer needs are met.
Effective at managing multiple priorities under tight deadlines in a fast paced, dynamic, fluid environment.
Understands urgency and completes tasks timely, efficiently and accurately.
Time management skills are essential.

Nice To Haves

Graduate of a recognized post-secondary institution in a related field.
Experience working in Automotive industry.
Experience with product launches.
Experience with Job Instruction & Job Relations activities (“Train the Trainer”) or equivalent.
Level 3 trained on 6 assembly stations.
Bi-lingual in Spanish, Ukrainian, or Russian.

Responsibilities

Ensure a safe work environment and compliance with all EHS policies and procedures is sustained.
Investigate and resolve safety issues and/or incidents and support rehabilitation of injured employees.
Participate in audits.
Ensure conformance to IATF 16949 quality management standards is sustained.
Maintain process procedures and documentation as applicable.
Participate in audits and devise corrective/preventive actions.
Identify and suggest changes to procedures as appropriate.
Ensure employee training is completed as per MSSC requirements and standard rotations are in place.
Build seats to customer standard and assist with customer reviews.
Monitor processes between production, quality, materials, maintenance, etc to ensure a smooth flow.
Resolves issues with the respective areas as they arise.
Coordinate and schedule special builds and protype builds.
Communicate build plans with launch, production and engineering teams and participate in build activities.
Document and communicate component issues found in special builds.
Assist in evaluating failure mode and defining actions for improvements.
Lead or support establishing procedures and OVS/JES for production.
Engage other groups or departments as applicable in defining procedures.
Participate in “carboard city”.
Maintain Open Item List (OIL) to ensure issues, actions and champions are tracked.
Travel between multiple sites including Magna plant, Magna warehouse, and BMW.
Assist quality team with emergency repairs at BMW as needed.
Perform parts inspection, inventory, cleanup, minor equipment maintenance, or other related tasks.
Maintain self-compliance and lead by example of Magna Charter and Principles and all rules, processes and procedures.
Monitor employee performance and compliance with Magna Charter and Principles, rules, processes and procedures.
Address issues in a firm, fair and consistent manner.
Document employee performance discussions through means of coachings, evaluations, corrective actions, etc.
Respond to employee issues, concerns, suggestions, and complaints within 48 hours.
Identify activities to improve safety, quality, production, operator efficiency, eliminate waste, etc.
Responsible for accurate and timely review and approval of timecards, attendance records, and time off requests.
Maintain communication with team members regarding matters of safety, quality, production, goals, site activities, etc to keep all informed.
Complete all assigned trainings before established deadlines.
Attend and participate in scheduled meetings.
All other duties as assigned.