Process Technician

Magna International; Brampton; On-site; CAD 99,114,000 - 116,593,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna Exteriors in Brampton is seeking a skilled Molding Technician to support presses and ensure set-ups meet specifications. The role involves monitoring processes, delivering quality parts, and coordinating with engineers to resolve issues.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in molding, knowledge of hydraulics/pneumatics, and basic electrical understanding. This is a 12-month fixed-term contract with progressive hourly rates and a focus on safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in molding machine set-up.
• Minimum 1 year experience with processing molding machines.
• Experience as a material handler is preferred.
• Experience in automotive industry is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Monitor presses and verify setups each shift, reporting deviations to the Process Engineer.
• Provide quality parts to the customer, including first off/last off evaluation and addressing quality issues.
• Troubleshoot process control problems and drive root-cause investigations with permanent corrective action.
• Ensure equipment is running properly and coordinate with maintenance/tooling to resolve issues.
• Assist production with starting/stopping presses and coordinating tool changes as needed.
• Follow part approval processes for changes and document trials and development.

Skills

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Electrical basics

Advanced resins

Tooling basics

Communication

MS Word

Spreadsheets

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Grade 12 diploma

Plastics processing training

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

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

HOURLY : PROGRESSIVE RATES $34.59 - $40.69 VACANCY STATUS: Immediate, Open Position 12 Month Contract

• Monitor all presses and ensure the processes are running to the issued set-up. This includes verifying the process each shift and reporting deviations from the set-up to the Process Engineer.
• Provide quality parts to the customer, including first off and last off evaluation, and responding to quality issues brought forth by the customer, both internal and external. This may include consulting a Quality Engineer / Technical Area Leader to evaluate the parts. When necessary, follow the part approval process for changes made to the process.
• Responsible for troubleshooting process control problems that arise during production, driving the investigation of the problem to the root cause and implementing permanent corrective action. Responsible for reporting out-of-control conditions to the Technical Area Leader and Process Engineer.
• Responsible for seeing that equipment is running properly and problems are reported to, and resolved by, support staff including maintenance and tooling departments.
• Responsible for assisting the production department with shutting down or starting up of presses when required
• Job pace is dictated by production and process demands. Job tasks are clearly defined but timing or priority decisions are required to be made when competing demands must be balanced.
• Required to support tool trials, material trials and new process development, including documentation and following the part approval process
• Responsible for taking care of supplies, materials, equipment and tools that are required to perform the job
• Required to maintain good working relations within your department and with other departments at Plastcoat
• Communicate with following shift Process Technicians (i.e. Mould change priority, etc.)
• Perform all job functions in a safe and healthful manner, abiding by all health, safety and environmental rules and regulations, promoting safety in the workplace
• Comply with the requirements of CTPAT/PIP
• Conduct business in an ethical manner in compliance with the Magna Code of Conduct
• Report all accidents/incidents and unsafe conditions/behavior
• Adhere to applicable quality systems and IATF16949 standards
• Adhere to and promote the Employee Charter and work within the rules, regulations and guidelines of the Plastcoat Employee Handbook
• Participate in and support Continuous Improvement initiatives
• Maintain work area in accordance with the principles of 5S and operate daily within these standards
• Ensure work area is kept neat and organized
• Perform other duties as required

Qualifications

Education

• Minimum completion of Grade 12 diploma or equivalent
• Formal training in plastics processing an asset

Experience

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in molding Machine Set-up role
• Minimum 1 year experience with Processing molding machines
• Experience as Material Handler preferred
• Experience in automotive industry an asset

Skills

• Working knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics, and basic electrical (as pertaining to core functions)
• Knowledge of Advanced Engineering Resins
• Basic knowledge of Tooling functions
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Computer literate in MS Word and spreadsheet programs
• Demonstrated ability to effectively solve problems
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Well-developed organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and in a teamwork environment

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.

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: Fixed Term (Fixed Term) Group: Magna Exteriors

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