Manufacturing Engineer Technician (2nd or 3rd Shift)

Magna International•Muncie, IN

2d•Onsite

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. Transforming mobility. Making automotive technology that is smarter, cleaner, safer and lighter. That’s what we’re passionate about at Magna Powertrain, and we do it by creating world-class powertrain systems. We are a premier supplier for the global automotive industry with full capabilities in design, development, testing and manufacturing of complex powertrain systems. Our name stands for quality, environmental consciousness, and safety. Innovation is what drives us and we drive innovation. Dream big and create the future of mobility at Magna Powertrain.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related technical discipline, or significant related technical experience.
2–5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably high-volume automotive Tier 1 or Tier 2.
Basic understanding of CNC programming and manufacturing automation.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and CAD software (AutoCAD) for creating sketches, drawings, and technical illustrations.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Ability to interface effectively with corporate staff, vendors, customers, and plant employees.
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and support cross-functional teams.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of quality standards and certification processes (QS-9000, IATF 16949, ISO) preferred.
Experience supporting plant startups, new product launches, and high-volume manufacturing operations is a plus.
Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles and APQP process is desirable.

Responsibilities

Prepares routine engineering assignments, simple plans, designs, calculations, and reports to support manufacturing operations.
Conducts basic technical surveys, inspections, and assists in documenting findings.
Supports process documentation, including control plans, reaction plans, PFMEAs, and updates documents as new models are introduced.
Assists Supplier Quality and Manufacturing during ongoing production of new products and critical periods.
Collaborates with management, engineering, maintenance, and production staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and operational considerations for a three-shift facility.
Applies basic statistical methods to evaluate machinery and process capability.
Utilizes formal problem-solving techniques (8-Step, DOE, mistake-proofing) to identify issues and recommend corrective actions through designated channels.
Supports CNC program edits and troubleshoots basic programming issues as required.
Assists production with quality concerns by identifying root causes, developing action plans, and driving implementation.
Participates in plant layout planning, machinery placement, and material handling strategies.
Supports shop floor personnel training activities and pursues personal training for skill development.
Assists Manufacturing Engineers in tool trials, capability studies, and development of standardized supporting documents.
Helps develop and maintain Manufacturing Engineering Standards, templates, and documentation processes.
Supports APQP activities, line balancing, workstation content planning, and production documentation.
Assists in creating safety and ergonomics documentation for manufacturing processes.
Develops reports on scrap, Key Manufacturing Indicators (KMIs), and continuous improvement projects; presents weekly updates to management.
Ensures proper control, approval, release, and archiving of engineering documents, including CAD drawings and part numbering.
Supports Lean Manufacturing and MAFACT activities, process innovation initiatives, and cost-saving projects.
Conducts weekly and monthly Layered Process Audits (LPAs).
Supports Lessons Learned, Benchmarking, and other continuous improvement initiatives.
Supports monthly operational review reporting, MAFACT assessments, and IATF audits.
Performs other duties as assigned by management.
Other tasks as defined by management.