Manufacturing Engineer

Magna International Inc.•Concord, CA

28d

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 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. Apply technical knowledge and expertise to ensure robust manufacturing process design prior to launch and lead production improvement projects. Manage manufacturing performance deliverables such as implementation of CI suggestions, scrap reduction initiatives and OEE improvements. Supporting technical and manufacturing solutions; including engineering and design to achieve goals and objectives relating to research and development, organizational projects and services for continuous improvement and risk reduction.

Requirements

Must have a Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering Degree/Diploma, or applicable trade.
5+ years of experience in an Automotive Manufacturing environment: Specialized knowledge & know how. Conducts higher-level analysis. Prioritizes tasks to take action, works with partial responsibility and minimal supervision

Responsibilities

Must be proficient in hands-on process troubleshooting. Proving current production with "fast response" troubleshooting
Must have demonstrated track record of initiating and implementing process cost reductions in Lean Manufacturing environment.
Set up and maintain all work cell and/or department standardized work instructions/procedures for the extrusion process.
Be responsible for product trials, setting up material trial runs, and conducting tests as per the die trial procedure
Assist in training production personnel on operating new or existing tooling, equipment and processes.
Improve current production part process capability and repeatability through the optimization of existing manufacturing processes Ability to work independently and draw from experience in all aspect of the job assigned
Work closely with Project Management Team to support new product launches, engineering changes implementation and product / process continuous improvement initiatives and related activities.
Complete all required APQP-related activities, ECR processes, PRP (8D), and all other Quality Management System requirements as needed Ensure compliance and enforcement of Customer Specific Requirements, QMS (IATF16949), Health and Safety (ISO 45001), EMS (ISO14001), and security (PIP) requirements.
Conduct time studies, identify capacity constraints and opportunities to improve efficiencies and reduce manufacturing costs
Support in the development of Process Control Plans and Process Flow Charts
Development and maintaining documentation for PFMEA, Operator Instructions, Rework, Change-over procedure and instruction, Manufacturing Engineering Open Issues, and Continuous Improvement Program
Coordinate, lead, and participate in various multi-disciplined teams in addressing and fulfilling various corporate objectives associated with, manufacturing process, productivity, volume outputs, scrap/rework, quality, safety, and delivery commitment
Optimize all parameters to attain maximum running efficiencies for each job through creation of Standardized Work procedures (line speeds, cycle times, TAKT times, etc.)
Drive process change through regular maintenance of PFMEA's using the "Lessons Learned Database"
Provide quote direction for new business related to tooling, new materials and processes as required Writing specifications, competitively quoting, negotiating, managing program timelines and budgets, buy-off, and commissioning in our facility.
Work with our suppliers, as required to resolve process deviations. Reduce scrap and maximize efficiencies.
Assist in part design activities with design source and provide feasibility directives for ease of manufacturing and reducing cost.
Familiarity with various manufacturing processes such as Roll Forming, Extrusion and Injection Molding.
Support Preventative Maintenance Program development for all manufacturing process equipment Review part designs and provide feasibility input for ease of manufacturing and cost reduction
Review tooling designs/gauges to ensure they are built to meet customer and Co-Ex-Tec requirements/standards, and will run to the quoted standard
Review facilities and equipment requirements with relevant internal and external customers/suppliers
Identify opportunities to achieve productivity, quality and service improvement targets for the business.
Ensure, with the cooperation of other Co-Ex-Tec departments and Corporate that the division achieves and maintains the highest possible Customer rating for satisfaction; strive for zero defects in all areas of the business