Weld Technician Student

Magna International • St. Thomas, ON

3d • CA$22 - CA$25 • Onsite

About The Position

This position is for students currently enrolled in a Weld Technician or Mechanical Engineering Program who are interested in gaining work experience in automotive weld technology. The role involves assisting with ongoing educational training and skill development within the Quality Department. This is a temporary assignment expected to last approximately five months, with an anticipated end date of December 2026. The role requires shift work, including weekend shifts.

Requirements

• Enrolled in Welding Technologist/Technician Course OR Mechanical Engineering Program from a Community or recognized college.

Nice To Haves

• Some experience with manual Gas Metal Arc Welding an asset.

Responsibilities

• Perform all duties and promote themselves in a manner that reflects Formet Expectations and Formet’s Visions/Values through Magna’s Employee Charter.
• Follow and abide by all government, Legal, Magna and Formet rules and regulations.
• Participate as a Team Member with effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Support the Weld Engineering Coordinator’s on new and existing programs.
• Conduct weld process audits for both GMAW and Spot Welding; including weld sequence verification and weld parameter verification, both GMAW and Spot Welding processes.
• Update weld documentation as required.
• Participate in weld process improvements.
• Assist Weld Technicians with trouble shooting weld issues.
• Support cycle time improvements.
• Assist with implementing process changes.
• Generating and upkeep of the Weld Set up Instructions, Weld Inspection Records and Weld Length records.
• Conduct weld inspection and analyze weld data, generate reports.
• Inspect weld process first-off.
• Archiving of weld destruct components in computer Paxit system.
• Measure weld data to ensure customer specifications are met.
• Assist and participate in Proto Builds.
• Support weld buyoff of prototype builds.
• Take initiative to follow through on completion of tasks.
• Provide support to all Departments for weld-related issues.
• Perform other duties as designated.

Benefits

• Weekly pay via direct deposit.
• Overtime (1.5x) after 40 hours worked.
• Safety shoe and prescription safety glasses allowance.
• Company BBQ, holiday parties and company events.
• Corporate social responsibility initiatives - 6k for water walk, support local charities (Hospice of Elgin, Adopt a Family (12 in total), STEGH), Children’s Health Foundation and many more).
• Subsidized cafeteria with daily specials including hot vegetarian options – we are known for our amazing cafeteria!
• Free coffee, juice, and tea.
• You get to work with a FANTASTIC Team!

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree