The Molding Process Engineer is responsible for optimizing manufacturing and molding operations, mentoring staff, leading process improvements, and managing capital projects to ensure quality and efficiency in production.
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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:
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.
Job Responsibilities:
POSITION SUMMARY:
The molding process engineer / specialist provides divisions with expertise and direction in the areas of manufacturing and molding operations through Best Practice sharing and process optimization initiatives.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Other Job Elements:
The above is intended to describe the general content of and the requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability and/or physical demands required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education/Skills/Special Knowledge - Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field of study. Alternatively, 12 years equivalent experience in molding and manufacturing technologies.
Experience - Minimum 3 years relevant supervisory experience
Physical Demands/Work Environment - Normal amount of sitting or standing, average mobility to move around an office environment, able to conduct normal amount of work at a computer. Ability to lift and carry objects up to 35 lbs. Frequent travel to divisions and suppliers is necessary.
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.
AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure
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.
Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.
If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.
Worker Type:
Regular / Permanent
Group:
Magna Exteriors
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:
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.
Job Responsibilities:
POSITION SUMMARY:
The molding process engineer / specialist provides divisions with expertise and direction in the areas of manufacturing and molding operations through Best Practice sharing and process optimization initiatives.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Use knowledge of Magna Exteriors' molding processes to mentor divisional personnel and assist with new facility launches, new program launches and continuous improvement projects / processes, optimizing overhead costs, process repeatability, capacity utilization, and customer quality standards.
- Identify and lead process optimization initiatives, focusing on new technology concepts, cost savings, and improved performance
- Facilitate best practice sharing and validate divisional process adherence to Best Business Practices
- Participate in/lead divisional Tooling and process reviews
- Facilitate improvements in labor efficiency
- Support the development of procedures and training protocols to ensure that process improvement changes are systemic and self-sustaining
- Ensure the accuracy of the data collection systems and support the network of equipment for overall efficiency tracking
- Manage capital, plant and process improvement projects, verifying implementation and achievement of quality, process repeatability and production efficiency objectives
- Identify gaps in divisional personnel key skill set and provide necessary training
- Participate in tool trial to ensure flawless new program launch
- Improve and/or support the predictive and preventative maintenance programs
- Oversee and ensure that best practices are implemented and used in the divisions, establishing process and maintenance activities consistent with Magna Exteriors KPI expectations
- Incorporate best practices and lessons learned into process designs and communicate lessons learned for the benefit of other programs.
- Identify and report any problems relating to the product, process, equipment including auxiliary equipment, and quality system.
Other Job Elements:
- Represent our company professionally, and with a high level of integrity and enthusiasm.
- Develop customer relationships that support our ability to be successful.
- Effectively network and communicate to utilize resources within the company.
- Utilize effective communication with Employees, Managers, Divisions and Customers.
- Other job duties as required and/or assigned.
The above is intended to describe the general content of and the requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability and/or physical demands required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education/Skills/Special Knowledge - Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field of study. Alternatively, 12 years equivalent experience in molding and manufacturing technologies.
Experience - Minimum 3 years relevant supervisory experience
Physical Demands/Work Environment - Normal amount of sitting or standing, average mobility to move around an office environment, able to conduct normal amount of work at a computer. Ability to lift and carry objects up to 35 lbs. Frequent travel to divisions and suppliers is necessary.
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.
AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure
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.
Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.
If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.
Worker Type:
Regular / Permanent
Group:
Magna Exteriors
Top Skills
Manufacturing Technologies
Molding Processes
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