Intermediate Layout Technician

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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:

• The candidate will perform all the duties of a Junior Technician but also integrate a sound problem solving skills and work more independently.  The Intermediate Technician will also be responsible for hand tool calibrations, Cogentin’s inspections and training of Junior Technicians.

Pay: $38.66/hr

Minimum Requirements

• 3-year Karmax Heavy Stamping experience as a Junior Layout Technician or 4 years external work experience in a related field.
• Grade 12 Diploma or GED.
• Able to work in various locations within and outside the plant.
• Exceptional knowledge and certificate in GD&T.
• Understanding of the usage and design concepts for part inspection fixtures.
• CAD and experience (AutoCAD, CATIA,)
• Excellent Verbal and Written Communication Skills
• Good mathematical, analytical and organizational skill

Job Specific Responsibilities

• Follow Magna’s Code of Conduct and Ethics and related compliance policies.

• Checking fixture calibrations & GR & R studies

• Perform annual part layouts, PPAP’s, PIST & PIPC’s, general inspection reports

• Write, amend and debug CMM programs using CAD and PC-Dmis

• Conduct inspection reports to investigate an internal or customer issue

• Inspection using standard hand metrology tools

• Ability to administration of the Cognitens systems

• Work with Karmax Engineering, Customers and suppliers to resolve dimensional concerns

• Provide layout training as required

• Perform handheld measuring tool calibrations and the ability to administrate the lab system

• Safely operate the overhead crane, blue giant and buggy

• Order supplies as required using the KPS system

• Manual CMM operation (scribing duties)

• Acting supervisor on off-shifts and when the supervisor is out of the plant

• Active with quality and information technology system improvements

• Assist with APQP tasks and AQP personnel

• Required to work overtime to meet customer needs and work a three-shift rotation.

• Perform all duties in an environmentally responsible manner in accordance with the Karmax Environmental Policy Statement - 3 Ps.

• Prevent Pollution, Preserve Natural Resources & Protect our Environment

• Performs other duties as required.

General Responsibilities

• IATF16949 and ISO14001 awareness and adherence.

• Understand, promote and live by Magna’s philosophies and the Employee Charter.

• Maintain safety standards of equipment and work area and perform all duties in a safe manner in accordance with the safety policies of Karmax Manufacturing.

• Work within the guidelines of the Karmax Manufacturing Employee Handbook and safety rules.

• Keep work area in a clean and orderly condition. 

• Lean manufacturing and 5S concepts awareness and adherence

• Work safely, ethically and professionally while supporting company objectives and values.

• Comply with all applicable quality, environmental, and health and safety requirements.

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and maintain a clean and organized workplace.

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