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Preform Technician (1st Shift)

Magna International, Inc

Sterling Heights, Michigan

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Automotive Industry, Automotive Technology, Computer Workstations, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Database Design, Database Management Software/Systems (DBMS), Failure Analysis, Identify Issues, Inventory Cycle Counts, Inventory Management, Inventory Reports, Machine Tool, Machining, Manufacturing, Powertrain, Preventative Maintenance, Process Improvement, Process Management, Production Management, Production Schedule, Production Support, Quality Management, Record Keeping, Safety Training, Safety/Work Safety, Standards Development, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Leadership, Technical Support, Test Plan/Schedule, Time Management, Tool and Die Manufacturing, Training/Teaching
LOCATION
Sterling Heights, Michigan
POSTED
1 day ago
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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:

Transforming mobility. Making automotive technology that is smarter, cleaner, safer and lighter. That's what we're passionate about at Magna Powertrain, and we do it by creating world-class powertrain systems. We are a premier supplier for the global automotive industry with full capabilities in design, development, testing and manufacturing of complex powertrain systems. Our name stands for quality, environmental consciousness, and safety. Innovation is what drives us and we drive innovation. Dream big and create the future of mobility at Magna Powertrain.

Job Responsibilities:

Objective:

To manufacture quality parts as directed within an acceptable time frame to assist the organization in meeting all MAFACT and customer's requirements and to perform the assigned task in a safe manner.

Scope

  • Responsible for overseeing and managing Preform consumable tooling inventory and control; Consumable tools to include New preform rolls, re-machined preform rolls, preform rings, shaft bearings and other bearing assemblies
  • Ensure that all preform machines are equipped with correct design revision and physical consumable tooling that supports Production Schedule on a daily basis.
  • Maintains accurate digital records of all inventories, including usage, cycle count, design records using database software
  • Monitors and adjust preform tooling life; Completes failure analysis on premature failures and adjusts machining process to improve tool life
  • Monitors and optimizes machine parameters to improve tooling life Interacts and liaise with Supplier network to manage inventory and provide technical guidance when required, to meet Production Schedule
  • Responsible for seeking cost-saving opportunities and drive A3 Projects
  • Able to provide technical assistance with Program changeover, make adjustments, clean and inspect tooling on assigned machines to disposition for repair or scrap
  • Provide training for Operators on consumable tooling manufacturing and repair plan
  • Troubleshoot process and equipment inefficiencies and support activities for improving preventative maintenance activities on tooling & equipment as required.
  • Operate all assigned production equipment safely and efficiently.
  • Consistently meet or exceed production rate on all jobs they perform.
  • Ensure that the workstations are kept safe, neat, and clean as specified in the work instructions by 5S and TPM guidelines.
  • Inspect parts produced at various workstations, both visually and with measurement tools, in order to maintain the highest level of quality.
  • Escalate issue(s) to Production Team Leader or Production Supervisor, i.e., machine/equipment problem, safety-related issue, process is out of control or out of specification & has the authority to stop the line to correct safety or quality issues.
  • Ensure that all parts are always handled properly to preserve their quality. Support cross functional team when troubleshooting any issues.
  • Assist set up personnel (as required) in setting up machines.
  • Organizes Quality plan for tools made in-house Trains Operators on how to correctly complete first off and last off part inspections as required for in-house manufactured tools
  • Creates and optimizes standardized work to reduce preform folds and other preform process defects
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Preform Process Supervisor or designate.
  • Report any injuries, accidents, equipment malfunctions, property damage etc. to Supervisor.
  • Responsible to manage the cleanliness and orderliness of the work area (5S). Responsible to communicate with team members (Supervisor, Leader, Quality, Co-workers) on any issues with the machines. Have an understanding of what the cause of the issue is and which team member to inform. (Maintenance, Quality)
  • Authorized to stop the process if it does not meet quality and/or safety requirements and notify Supervisor/Quality immediately.
  • Train new employees as needed on all aspects of job.
  • Attend and participate in team and employee meetings including Mafact Meetings.
  • Responsible

About the Company

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Magna International, Inc

We are a leading global automotive supplier with 347 manufacturing facilities and 94 product development, engineering and sales centres in 27 countries. We have over 159,000 employees focused on delivering superior value to our customers through innovative processes and World Class Manufacturing.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Automotive and Parts Mfg
FOUNDED
1957
WEBSITE
http://www.magna.com/

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