Industrial Engineer

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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:

• B.S. Degree in Engineering discipline or applicable experience.
• Minimum 5 years in automotive industry.
• Excellent analytical and mathematical skills.
• Good drafting and organization skills.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills both verbal and written.
• Solid Knowledge of production equipment.
• Good Knowledge of GD&T.
• Good knowledge of 3D CAD Design.
• Able to be flexible in hours of work in order to meet internal/external customer requirements (scheduled and non-scheduled overtime shifts, etc.)
• Must be able to work in a strictly confidential matter.
• Lead / Participation in the evaluation, implementation, and continuous optimization of Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR) solutions to improve material flow, warehouse operations, productivity, safety, and overall supply chain performance.
• Knowledge of TS16949/QS9000, ISO-14001, WHMIS, APQP procedures, Quality Engineering, Supplier Management, Blueprint Reading, Advanced Measuring Techniques, and Microsoft Office programs.
• Knowledge of GD&T, QFD, Design for Manufacturing, VE/VA, DOE, DFMEA/PFMEA, Floor Plans, Process Flow Diagrams, Control Plans, and Quoting Procedures.
• Working knowledge of AUTOCAD / MS Project / Catia.
• Able to work effectively within a team environment.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Works independently within Supervisory guidelines or outside the plant without Supervision.
• Supports the plant by recommending productivity and systems improvements.
• Supports Manager and Supervisor in program establishment and follows-up all program stages (timing, concept, feasibility, design, construction, try-out, launch, final buy-off, prototype programs, engineering changes, and program packaging requirements including unit load manuals).
• Prepares reports, charts, and other documentation required for MPL records and projects.
• Must be able to apply standard industrial engineering practices.
• Must be capable of assisting in handling projects from inception to completion under the direction of Materials Manager.
• Assists conducting method analysis and improvements to workstation design including recommendations to replace equipment.
• Work measurement techniques and applications.
• Application of layout disciplines.
• Works with production departments and customers to design solutions to improve production planning and product styling.
• Aids in design of racks and containers.
• Recommends changes to simplify procedures and reduce process time.
• Maintains proper filing systems to ensure all information is properly stored and easily retrieved.
• On budget launch of projects.
• Overall project performance with respect to OEE, quoted manpower, quoted cycle times and scrap.
• Reporting to Management any perceived deficiencies in a program launch before failure to achieve a target is realized.
• Maintain Plant Layout.
• Maintain PFEP files.
• Update standard work and visual factory for Materials.
• Facilitate Kaizen events for Materials.
• Process mapping, value stream mapping, identifying inefficiencies with a particular focus on layouts.
• Maintain ladder charts for Shipping and Receiving and improve dock schedule.
• Complies with relevant Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental programs (e.g. ISO 9001/IATF 16949, ISO 45001 ISO 14001).
• Complies and encourages the Health and Safety programs in accordance with OSHA.
• Follows and ensures Company procedures regarding safety rules and regulations are followed.
• Complies with, supports and models CBAM’s operational procedures/policies, Employee Handbook, and Magna’s Employee’s Charter, Corporate Constitution, and Operational Principles.

Additional - DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Standard Work Development

• Develop, document, and maintain standard work for all assigned processes.
• Define optimal work sequences, takt time, and standard work‑in‑process (SWIP).
• Create visual work instructions and ensure they are accessible at the point of use.
• Audit adherence to standard work and identify improvement opportunities.
• Support operator training and certification to the defined standard.
• Knowledge of ergonomic assessment tools and safety standards.

Long‑Cycle Work Analysis

• Break down long‑cycle or complex operations into measurable job elements.
• Conduct time studies to establish accurate cycle times and identify variation.
• Balance workloads across operators, stations, or shifts using long‑cycle data.
• Identify ergonomic risks, inefficiencies, and bottlenecks within extended tasks.
• Update long‑cycle documentation following process or equipment changes.

Job Element Sheet (JES) Creation

• Develop JES documents that clearly define each job element, key points, and reasons why.
• Validate JES content with operators, team leaders, and quality/safety stakeholders.
• Maintain version control and ensure JES updates follow structured change management.
• Integrate JES into training, onboarding, and process audits.
• Ensure JES aligns with safety, quality, and engineering requirements.

Material Movement & Conveyance Optimization

• Map and analyze current material flow, conveyance routes, and material presentation methods in use either manually or via Autonomous Mobile Robots.
• Design efficient routes for forklifts, tuggers, ARM’s, or manual transport.
• Define pickup/drop‑off points, container standards, and replenishment frequencies.
• Calculate route cycle times and equipment/manpower requirements.
• Reduce congestion, travel distance, and WIP through improved material flow.
• Ensure conveyance systems support takt time and prevent line starvation or overfeeding.

Continuous Improvement & Lean Support

• Lead or participate in kaizen events, root‑cause analysis, and waste‑reduction initiatives.
• Apply lean tools such as 5S, SMED, value stream mapping, and standardization.
• Support layout changes, equipment justification, and process optimization.
• Use data to drive decisions and quantify improvement impacts.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with production, logistics, quality, safety, and maintenance teams.
• Support new product introductions by developing standard work and JES for new processes.
• Communicating engineering changes clearly and effectively across teams.
• Provide on‑the‑floor support to troubleshoot process and material flow issues.

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:

Cosma International