Engineering Coordinator - Process

Magna International Limited; St. Thomas; On-site; CAD 84,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Plant-wide continuous improvement (202

4032025 bonus

3% weekly retirement contribution (MBC

Profit sharing (EEPPP)

Matched GRRSP

Company paid life insurance

Dental/medical benefits after 1 month

On-site cafeteria

Educational Assistance Program

Employee discounts

On-site counselling

Job summary

Formet, part of Magna International, is seeking candidates to ensure equipment meets safety, quality and throughput requirements for internal manufacturing systems. This role covers cycle-time analysis, downtime and root-cause investigations, and managing capital equipment projects across Southwestern Ontario facilities.

The position emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, process improvement, and supplier coordination.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or equivalent with relevant work experience.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience.
• Robotic spot/MIG weld assembly experience preferred.
• PMP or P.ENG. certification considered an asset.
• Mechanical aptitude considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cycle-time analyses and time studies to optimize line balancing.
• Analyze downtime data and quality concerns with cross-functional teams to root cause.
• Prepare technical presentations for engineering and management teams.
• Review feasibility of engineering changes and quote the financial impacts.
• Lead root cause investigations for machine breakdowns and defects.
• Coordinate scope of work for new programs and ECNs with vendors.
• Work with vendors to design and launch new processes from concept to SOP.
• Research and implement new technologies to improve safety, quality, productivity and cost.
• Set up preventative/predictive maintenance requirements.
• Manage timelines, budgets and resources for projects.

Skills

Engineering degree

2 years experience

Robotic weld experience

PMP/PEng asset

Education

Engineering Degree/Diploma or equivalent

Certificate of Qualification in related trade

Job description

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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:

COMPANY INTRODUCTION: Formet is part of Magna International, global tier 1 automotive supplier, which provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions. Formet itself is one of the largest manufacturing employers in Southwestern Ontario producing body and chassis components for assembly plants across North America. Our 1.2 million square foot facility features industry-leading hydroforming, roll-forming, hot-stamping, robotic assembly and post-assembly coating processes. At Formet, we take care of each other and live by the motto “One Team. One Formet.”

POSITION SUMMARY: Ensure that equipment meets or exceeds customer requirements with respect to safety, quality, flexibility and throughput. Establish process parameters and procedural requirements creating checks and balances to police conformance. Develop, analyze and implement continuous improvement ideas to meet long term customer required cost reductions and maintain profitability. The scope of work includes all capital equipment and tooling for internal manufacturing systems.

This posting is to build a candidate pool for future vacancies.

POSITION SALARY:

• $84,062.76 - $101,961.78 CAD Annually

• Weekly pay via direct deposit.

• Overtime (1.5x) after 44 hours worked.

• Vacation entitlement:

• Medical and dental benefits after 1 month of employment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Engineering Degree/Diploma or equivalent combination of relevant education and applicable work-related experience or hold a Certificate of Qualification in a related trade.

• Must have 2 years of relevant experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION:

• Robotic spot/MIG weld assembly experience considered as an asset.

• PMP/ P.ENG. Certification considered as an asset.

• Mechanical Aptitude is considered as an asset.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare cycle-time analysis and/or time studies, to facilitate line balancing and optimize performance.

• Analyze downtime data and quality concerns while working with a cross functional team to generate and implement solutions to solve for root cause.

• Prepare technical presentations to engineering and management teams.

• Review feasibility of customer and internally driven engineering changes, quote the financial impacts of the change and eventually source, install and commission the equipment to implement.

• Lead root cause investigations for machine breakdowns and quality defects.

• Generate scope of work documents for new program launches, ECN’s, and Continuous Improvement Projects to vendors.

• Work with multiple vendors and integrators to design and launch new manufacturing and assembly processes from concept to SOP and beyond.

• Research, source and implement new technologies to improve manufacturing process safety, quality, productivity and cost reduction.

• Assist in setting up preventative/predictive maintenance requirements.

• Establish, monitor and control timeline planning, budgets and resources for small and major projects including engineering changes and new equipment builds for program launches.

• Travel to customers/vendors to investigate quality concerns; tooling build process and buyoffs.

• Prepare reports, charts and other documentation required for engineering records and projects.

• Coordinate and assist in activities for successful attainment of customer quality milestones.

• Provide product design direction based on part manufacturability.

• Perform other duties as designated.

SALARY TEAM MEMBER BENEFITS:

• Plant-wide continuous improvement program: 2025 bonus = $1930.

• Magna will contribute an amount equal to 3% of regular earnings every week to your retirement savings (MBC program).

• Profit sharing paid in the second quarter of every year (EEPPP Program).

• Matched GRRSP.

• Company paid life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D).

• Optional group life insurance and critical illness insurance for self and spouse.

• Safety shoe, prescription safety glasses and custom molded earplug allowance.

• Company paid uniforms (if you choose to use).

• Company BBQ, holiday parties and company events.

• Corporate social responsibility initiatives - 6k for water walk, support local charities (Hospice of Elgin, Adopt a Family (12 in total), STEGH), Children’s Health Foundation and many more).

• Magna Service Award Program.

• Roger’s and Bell cellphone data plan available – as low as $50/month!

• Subsidized cafeteria with daily specials including hot vegetarian options – we are known for our amazing cafeteria! Free coffee, juice, and tea.

• Educational Assistance Program.

• Employee discounts: new vehicles, amusement parks, etc.

• Free on-site counselling.

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