Progressive Press Set Up (Afternoons)

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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:
Immediately hiring for this role
QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma and or a post-secondary education in a technical field
• Valid Forklift license (training will be provided and maintained if required)
• Valid Crane license (training will be provided and maintained if required)
• Ensure that at all times prior to set-up, safety checklist is followed, completed and recorded
• Must have knowledge of First and Last Off Procedure
• Must have knowledge of loading, unloading and storing of tooling equipment in appropriate safety area
• Must have knowledge to set all tooling for all presses
• Must have knowledge of operating presses for both manual and progressive dies
• Must have knowledge of all Inspection Records, SPC Charts and checking fixtures
• Must have knowledge of measuring equipment, such as micrometer, vernier, and caliper
• Must be able to organize, properly prepare and have foresight to be fully equipped to set-up
  utilizing a quick die change system
• Must have experience in starting and shutting down of all equipment necessary to run appropriate press
• Knowledge on how to inspect press and tooling at the beginning of the shift
• Good English (both written and verbal) communication skills
• Strong Mathematical skills
• Must be able to work overtime when required and willing to help out when necessary, as per customer demands

DESIRABLE ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
(Optional) - Preferred but not required

• Ability to follow written set-up instructions and fill out proper set-up papers/maintain tool work order
• Automotive manufacturing experience

MAIN TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Wages $27 - 29 per hour
• Knowledge of press controls and tooling protection or other pieces of equipment to run a press
• Must be able to communicate issues/problems to area leader
• Ability to order or to have in stock all necessary equipment and parts required for quick die change
• Must be able to coordinate with other departments i.e. maintenance, toolroom, etc.
• Must be able to maintain operation of "two" simultaneously running presses
• Must be able to keep "one" press cycling while doing set-up on the other press
• Must be able to communicate with area leader, maintenance, toolroom, etc. concerning any problems/requirements affecting operation of two presses, tooling problem solving
• Knowledge of how to use die cart and die tables
• Ability to operate safely 10 to 40 ton cranes with appropriate sling or chain. Must have training certificate
• Must have knowledge to properly set counter balance air according to tool weight
• Experience in tooling set-up with roll feeders and die protection
• Ability to load coils on uncoilers, preparation for use, and start strip through die
• Ability to input production data into the system and follow required schedule
• Able to complete a Forklift Safety checklist
• Must be organized and clean up before and after set-up, including moping of the floor

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.
Notice regarding the use of AI:
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.
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