Process Technician - EPP

Magna-International-6df39721; Guelph; On-site; CAD 42,705 - 46,838; Full time

Job summary

Magna Exteriors in Ontario is hiring a Process Technician to monitor and optimize manufacturing processes, ensuring product quality and efficiency. The role involves collecting dimensional data, analyzing results, and driving continuous improvement initiatives on a fast-paced production line.

Requirements include a technical degree, strong analytical skills, and proficiency with Excel for data reporting. The position requires teamwork, effective communication, and flexibility to cover shifts as

Qualifications

• Immediate, open position.
• Technical field degree preferred.
• Strong ability to use critical thinking and troubleshooting in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in data collection, analysis, and reporting using Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and interpret process data.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based setting.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and optimize process performance to ensure product quality, yield, and cycle time targets are achieved.
• Troubleshoot process and quality concerns, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Adjust machine and process parameters to resolve production and quality issues.
• Document and report non-conformances, process deviations, and performance concerns.
• Communicate ongoing issues and improvement opportunities to Process and Production Leadership.
• Document and communicate through a daily shift report.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost reduction, productivity, and quality enhancement.
• Perform all duties in compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards.

Skills

Critical thinking

Troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Communication

Data analysis

Microsoft Excel

Math skills

Teamwork

Shift flexibility

Quality mindset

Education

Technical degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job descriptions may display in multiple languages based on your language selection.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:Job Profile: The EPP Process Technician is responsible for adjusting the machine settings to ensure part quality is meeting customer specifications. Collecting and analyzing dimensional data to validate process settings, as well as continuous improvement initiatives to reduce costs, increase productivity, and maintain part quality.QUALIFICATIONS NECESSARY TO DO THE JOB:Immediate, open position$31.00 - $34.47 per hourCollege certificate or University degree in a technical field is preferred.Strong ability to use critical thinking and troubleshooting skills in a fast-paced environment.Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.Effective verbal and written communication skills.Proficient in data collection, analysis, and reporting using Microsoft Excel – using data to drive decision making.Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and interpret process data.Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based setting.Flexible to support shift rotations and vacation coverage as required.Demonstrated commitment to quality, safety, and reliability.MAIN DUTIES:Monitor and optimize process performance to ensure product quality, yield, and cycle time targets are achieved.Troubleshoot process and quality concerns, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.Adjust machine and process parameters to resolve production and quality issues.Document and report non-conformances, process deviations, and performance concerns.Communicate ongoing issues and improvement opportunities to Process and Production Leadership.Document and communicate through a daily shift report.Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost reduction, productivity, and quality enhancement.Perform all duties in compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards.Maintain workplace organization and housekeeping in accordance with 5S principles.Perform other duties as assigned.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 DisclosureAs 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 / PermanentGroup:Magna Exteriors