Industrial Mechanic

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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 Mechatronics, Mirrors and Lighting group specializes in automotive technologies that are driving the future of mobility. Combining a deep systems knowledge to develop unique vehicle access experiences, intelligent visions systems and advanced automotive lighting technologies, MML's expertise light the path to innovation, safety and styling.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Job Summary

The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for performing highly diversified duties to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production and facility equipment according to safety, predictive, and productive maintenance systems and processes. This role plays a critical part in ensuring the continuous and efficient operation of all manufacturing equipment, machinery, and building systems within the facility.

Working within a fast-paced industrial environment, the Maintenance Mechanic applies mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic knowledge to minimize downtime and maximize equipment reliability. The incumbent is expected to work collaboratively with production teams, engineers, and other maintenance personnel to meet plant operational goals and uphold the highest standards of quality and safety.

2. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties are considered essential to this position. Other duties may be assigned as business needs require.

2.1 Preventive & Predictive Maintenance

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) activities on all production machinery, conveyors, presses, robots, HVAC systems, and facility equipment in accordance with OEM specifications and internal PM schedules.

• Conduct vibration analysis, infrared thermography, oil analysis, and ultrasonic inspections as part of the plant's predictive maintenance program.

• Complete and accurately document all PM work orders within the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) in a timely manner.

• Inspect and lubricate equipment components including gearboxes, bearings, chains, belts, couplings, and slides per lubrication schedules.

2.2 Corrective & Emergency Repairs

• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic failures on production equipment to minimize unplanned downtime.

• Perform emergency breakdown repairs on a priority basis to restore production operations as quickly and safely as possible.

• Disassemble, repair, reassemble, and align mechanical components such as pumps, motors, gearboxes, conveyors, presses, and material handling equipment.

• Respond promptly to maintenance calls and work effectively under pressure to resolve equipment failures during critical production runs.

2.3 Electrical & Controls

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems including motor control circuits, PLCs, sensors, variable frequency drives (VFDs), and relay logic panels.

• Read and interpret electrical schematics, ladder diagrams, and wiring diagrams to diagnose faults and make approved modifications.

• Install, wire, and commission motors, starters, drives, control panels, and instrumentation in compliance with local electrical codes.

• Assist with PLC program modifications under engineering supervision when required for equipment repairs or upgrades.

2.4 Facility & Infrastructure Maintenance

• Maintain facility systems including compressed air systems, water treatment equipment, boilers, chillers, cooling towers, and building HVAC.

• Perform plumbing repairs, minor carpentry, welding, and fabrication tasks as required to maintain plant infrastructure.

• Support capital improvement and equipment installation projects including millwright duties such as leveling, aligning, and anchoring machinery.

• Participate in plant shutdowns and planned maintenance outages to execute major overhauls, upgrades, and installations.

2.5 Safety & Compliance

• Adhere strictly to all Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) pro