Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor

Magna International•Newmarket, ON

8d•Onsite

About The Position

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

Completion of relevant post-secondary education (Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering etc) or equivalent experience
3-5 years’ experience leading a small or large team of engineers
3-5 years’ experience in a Manufacturing Engineering or Process Engineering role
Industry 4.0 knowledge an asset
Strong ability to understand data and complete data analysis
Project management experience

Responsibilities

Lead manufacturing engineering activities across SMT, ICT, conformal coating, routing, selective solder, and functional test (FFT) lines to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance first-time-through (FTT), reduce scrap, and improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) using structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g., root cause analysis, PFMEA, 8D).
Oversee test engineering strategy, ensuring robust ICT and functional test coverage, minimizing false failures, and improving fault detection and diagnostics.
Manage SMT programming and process control, including placement optimization, solder paste inspection (SPI), and reflow profiling, to ensure high-quality and repeatable outputs.
Ensure reliability and uptime of manufacturing and test equipment, coordinating maintenance, troubleshooting, and capital improvement initiatives.
Promote the continuous improvement of the department and keep current with new products, processes, materials and equipment technologies.
Support new product introduction (NPI) by developing process flows, line layouts, work instructions to ensure successful launches.
Conduct planned workplace inspections, as scheduled by Environmental, Health and Safety.
Active participant in the accident / incident investigation process to assist in determining root causes, corrective actions and follow-ups to ensure resolution.
Co-ordinate new business quotes for manufacturing assembly process and direct labour costs.
Prepare, review and perform performance appraisals for reports while maintaining confidentiality of all personnel data.
Correct unsafe acts or conditions, ensuring all health and safety policies are followed using the Zero Harm Program.
Ensure company policies and procedures are followed by all members within the department.
Facilitate and promote a work environment based on fairness and concerns for people, in accordance with the principles of the Magna Employee Charter.
Assists in execution of Dortec’s overall strategic objectives.
Meet all department objectives as set out by Manufacturing Engineering Manager.