Production Supervisor - Tier 1 Automotive

About the role

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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

Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market.

Job Responsibilities

To supervise the Just-In-Time (JIT) manufacturing activities of the Assembly area in order to meet or exceed customer expectations by producing quality products in a timely manner and working together to promote a team-oriented atmosphere

Responsibilities

Responsible for quality and conformance of product to customer specifications per control plans utilizing TS16949 & ISO14001 documented systems; authority to stop non-conforming processes and report same to manager, Quality Assurance and/or Engineering department representative

• Maintain work areas to meet and exceed customer requirements
• Ensure TS16949 and ISO14001 Work Instructions are followed by team members
• Have a basic knowledge of robotic Metal Inert Gas (MIG) and spotweld equipment
• Visually monitor housekeeping and plant organization (5S)
• Monitor and address safety, environmental, and ergonomic concerns on the shop floor
• Monitor quality issues toward our goal of zero defects
• Control overtime; manage work schedules and approve employee time & attendance
• Improve efficiency by reducing set-up times
• Reduce scrap and work to eliminate waste in the manufacturing process
• Lead problem-solving efforts to determine root-cause and prevent failure recurrence
• Train new employees and coach team to achieve overall business objectives
• Perform Forklift Operator training and testing with support from Safety Manager
• Create and implement Continuous Improvement suggestions
• Monitor employee performance; complete evaluations on-time; issue Corrective Action Requests as required to improve employee performance
• Enforce company policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook
• Perform Weekly Safety Meetings as defined by the Weekly Safety Topics Program
• Help manage Performance Measurables such as Incident Rate, Weekly Inspection Results, Safety, Environmental & Ergonomic Audits, and Employee Opinion Survey scores
• Perform Incident Investigations timely to determine root-cause and prevent recurrence
• Manage fairly according to the Magna Employee Charter and Operational Principles

Qualifications

• 2 - 4 years' supervisory experience
• Automotive assembly experience
• Manufacturing, preferably in an automotive environment
• Prior team leader experience helpful
• Maintenance experience helpful but not required

Skills

• Ability to supervise general manufacturing processes and team members
• Ability to plan and delegate assignments
• Must be able to speak, read, and write English
• Individual must be a good communicator and a good listener
• Must have good understanding of manufacturing operations, machine set-up and changeovers, safety, and quality issues
• Must possess good interpersonal skills and present a positive attitude
• Ability to motivate team members and set a good example
• Ability to evaluate performance and address discipline issues
• Ability to work overtime hours including weekends required
• Good problem-solving abilities and teamwork skills
• Ability to visually monitor production processes and product quality as well as safety
• Ability to inspect products using fixtures and precise measuring equipment

Education

• High School diploma
• Some technical training preferred or college degree

Benefits

• Low-Cost Health Insurance
• Low-Cost Dental Insurance + Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Matching
• Employee Profit Sharing Plan
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Nursing Room
• Tuition Reimbursement and Online Career Development with Free Tuition
• Referral Program - Up to $1,500 per Skill Trade Referral
• Onsite cafeteria Serving Hot Breakfast and Lunch
• Self-Checkout Snacks and Drinks Market
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Annual Employee and Family Events

Awareness, Unity, Empowerment

• At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success.
• 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: Cosma International