The C.I. Team Leader will monitor processes, manage equipment builds, ensure compliance with standards, support teams and lead continuous improvement initiatives while supervising and training staff.
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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:
SALARY:
$100,000 - $115,000
VACANCY STATUS:
Immediate, Open Position
RESPONSIBILITIES:• Monitor, track and improve Key Process Indicators• Manage all in-house equipment builds• Review and implement Continuous Improvement ideas• Support engineering teams in ensuring that Plastcoat RFQ requirements are being met by our suppliers• Support engineering teams in ensuring that Plastcoat Equipment Standards are followed by equipment builders• Ensure that Plastcoat plant standards are followed• Ensure PHSR documents are received, and all issues closed in a timely manner• Work with the C.I. Team to control all electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical equipment prints• Ensure all in-house equipment and launch milestones are on track• Review equipment designs and sign-off• Work with the Sales team to provide equipment quotes and cycle times• Support the Manufacturing Team to meet yearly Continuous Improvement target• Ensure that all Change Notification tasks are completed before due date• Review potential integrators' capabilities and be an active part of the decision process for integrator price negotiation and selection• Investigate new technologies to improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness• Participate in "Best Practice" events to share lessons learned with other divisions• Conduct Ergonomic studies to improve current equipment• Ensure that all Ergonomic guidelines are met prior to new equipment arriving at Plastcoat• Ensure that all safety documentation has been received prior to equipment arriving at Plastcoat• Implement corrective actions for safety, quality, and audits• Must be flexible to travel to meet company and customer demands• Develop team members' communication, time management, meeting facilitation skills through coaching and mentoring• Develop team members' management skills of programs, projects, budgets, and integrators• Facilitate regularly held departmental meetings to promote function and communication among the team• Approve team labor in ADP• Maintain confidentiality and integrity• Supervise staff within the department, providing training, mentoring and performance management to ensure employee productivity and effectiveness• Perform regular formal/informal workplace inspections• Report all accidents/incidents and unsafe conditions/behavior• Train employees on the specific job hazards• Enforce safety rules and correct unsafe acts or conditions• Be involved in the accident/incident investigation process• Inform Plastcoat Management of any additional training or resources required by their employees to effectively perform their work• Encourage and support the Open-Door Process, as well as the Fairness Committee and Employee Advocate• Ensure that all employee questions, suggestions, and concerns are addressed in a timely manner; communicate regularly with all employees• Perform all job functions in a safe and healthful manner, abiding by all health, safety and environmental rules and regulations, promoting safety in the workplace• Comply with the requirements of CTPAT/PIP• Conduct business in an ethical manner in compliance with the Magna Code of Conduct• Adhere to applicable quality systems and IATF 16949 standards• Adhere to and promote the Employee Charter and work within the rules, regulations and guidelines of the Plastcoat Employee Handbook• Participate in and support Continuous Improvement initiatives• Maintain work area in accordance with the principles of 5S and operate daily within these standards• Ensure work area is kept neat and organized• Perform other duties as required
QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION:• Minimum completion of a college diploma / University degree in a technical field, or equivalent experience
EXPERIENCE:• Minimum 2 years' experience in designing automation equipment• Minimum 2 year' experience designing in SolidWorks design• Minimum 2 year' experience building assembly equipment
SKILLS:• Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, mentor and build effective teams• Strategic thinker• Results-oriented and able to work under pressure• Strong verbal and written communication skills (choose one to depend on requirement)• Computer literate in word & spreadsheet programs• Demonstrated ability to effectively solve problems• Strong interpersonal skills• Well-developed organizational and time management skills
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:
SALARY:
$100,000 - $115,000
VACANCY STATUS:
Immediate, Open Position
RESPONSIBILITIES:• Monitor, track and improve Key Process Indicators• Manage all in-house equipment builds• Review and implement Continuous Improvement ideas• Support engineering teams in ensuring that Plastcoat RFQ requirements are being met by our suppliers• Support engineering teams in ensuring that Plastcoat Equipment Standards are followed by equipment builders• Ensure that Plastcoat plant standards are followed• Ensure PHSR documents are received, and all issues closed in a timely manner• Work with the C.I. Team to control all electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical equipment prints• Ensure all in-house equipment and launch milestones are on track• Review equipment designs and sign-off• Work with the Sales team to provide equipment quotes and cycle times• Support the Manufacturing Team to meet yearly Continuous Improvement target• Ensure that all Change Notification tasks are completed before due date• Review potential integrators' capabilities and be an active part of the decision process for integrator price negotiation and selection• Investigate new technologies to improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness• Participate in "Best Practice" events to share lessons learned with other divisions• Conduct Ergonomic studies to improve current equipment• Ensure that all Ergonomic guidelines are met prior to new equipment arriving at Plastcoat• Ensure that all safety documentation has been received prior to equipment arriving at Plastcoat• Implement corrective actions for safety, quality, and audits• Must be flexible to travel to meet company and customer demands• Develop team members' communication, time management, meeting facilitation skills through coaching and mentoring• Develop team members' management skills of programs, projects, budgets, and integrators• Facilitate regularly held departmental meetings to promote function and communication among the team• Approve team labor in ADP• Maintain confidentiality and integrity• Supervise staff within the department, providing training, mentoring and performance management to ensure employee productivity and effectiveness• Perform regular formal/informal workplace inspections• Report all accidents/incidents and unsafe conditions/behavior• Train employees on the specific job hazards• Enforce safety rules and correct unsafe acts or conditions• Be involved in the accident/incident investigation process• Inform Plastcoat Management of any additional training or resources required by their employees to effectively perform their work• Encourage and support the Open-Door Process, as well as the Fairness Committee and Employee Advocate• Ensure that all employee questions, suggestions, and concerns are addressed in a timely manner; communicate regularly with all employees• Perform all job functions in a safe and healthful manner, abiding by all health, safety and environmental rules and regulations, promoting safety in the workplace• Comply with the requirements of CTPAT/PIP• Conduct business in an ethical manner in compliance with the Magna Code of Conduct• Adhere to applicable quality systems and IATF 16949 standards• Adhere to and promote the Employee Charter and work within the rules, regulations and guidelines of the Plastcoat Employee Handbook• Participate in and support Continuous Improvement initiatives• Maintain work area in accordance with the principles of 5S and operate daily within these standards• Ensure work area is kept neat and organized• Perform other duties as required
QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION:• Minimum completion of a college diploma / University degree in a technical field, or equivalent experience
EXPERIENCE:• Minimum 2 years' experience in designing automation equipment• Minimum 2 year' experience designing in SolidWorks design• Minimum 2 year' experience building assembly equipment
SKILLS:• Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, mentor and build effective teams• Strategic thinker• Results-oriented and able to work under pressure• Strong verbal and written communication skills (choose one to depend on requirement)• Computer literate in word & spreadsheet programs• Demonstrated ability to effectively solve problems• Strong interpersonal skills• Well-developed organizational and time management skills
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
Solidworks
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