Program Manager (Tooling)

Magna International; Brampton; On-site; CAD 92,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna International is seeking a seasoned Tooling/Program Manager to lead die-form projects in our Cosma group in Canada. You will manage all aspects of program builds including cost, delivery, suppliers, customers, and engineering changes, while ensuring quality and on-time execution.

Responsibilities include hosting design reviews, preparing reports, leading root cause analyses, and maintaining program trackers.

Qualifications

• Tool & Die Certification (CofQ) or Mechanical Engineering Diploma/Degree required.
• 3–5 years of related experience managing programs in a production/manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of finance basics: RFQ, Quotation, Requisition, LOI, PO, Invoice Milestones, VAVE, Basic Financial reports.
• FMEA, APQP, PPAP, SPC, GD&T, ISO 9001 or ISO 14001 training as prescribed through QEMS.

Responsibilities

• Carry out duties for Health & Safety, Lock Out, and Environment in accordance with OHSA and Environmental Agreement.
• Host kick-off meetings, FEA, Process, Design with cross functional team using Webex or in person.
• Manages all aspects of program builds including cost, delivery, suppliers, customers, internal production and engineering changes.
• Prepare Die Change Reports (DCRs) according to procedure and requirements.
• Preparation and update of reports including Schedules, FEMA, BOM, Buy Off, Feasibility, Program Status.
• Maintain open issues matrix for each program and manage KPI trackers.

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional lead

GD&T & PPAP

Root cause analysis

Cost and scheduling

Education

Tool & Die Certification or Mechanical Engineering Diploma

Tools

CATIA

SPINFIRE

SMIRT

Unigraphics

CAD

CMM/white light

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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.

Salary

Salary Range: $92,000 - $120,000 Hiring Range: $92,000 - $100,000

Specifications and Training Requirements

• Tool & Die Certification (CofQ) or Mechanical Engineering Diploma/Degree required
• 3-5 year’s of related experience managing programs in a production/manufacturing environment required
• Understanding of finance basics: RFQ, Quotation, Requisition, LOI, PO, Invoice Milestones, VAVE, Basic Financial reports, understand cost impacts at a business level.
• Basic CATIA, SPINFIRE, SMIRT, UniGraphics, CAD – able to use and understand.
• FMEA, APQP, PPAP, SPC, GD&T, knowledgeable in any other customer specific buy-off requirements.
• FLD & Simulation Knowledge.
• GD&T, CMM/white light dimensional report interpretation.
• Customer Focus, Design Planning Procedures (QOS), or any other ISO 9001 or ISO 14001 training as prescribed through the QEMS (see matrixes).
• Soft Skills – communication, organization, team work, punctuality, critical thinking, willing to learn.
• Comfortable giving technical presentations or hosting meeting

Duties and Responsibilities

• Carry out duties for Health & Safety, Lock Out, and Environment in accordance with the OHSA and Environmental Agreement
• Host kick-off meetings, FEA, Process, Design with cross functional team using Webex or in person
• Manages all aspects of program builds including cost, delivery, suppliers, customers, internal production and engineering changes
• Obtain signed off by the customer, for Static / Dynamic issues prior to die shipments
• Prepare Die Change Reports ( DCR’s ) according to the procedure and requirements
• Preparation and/or update various reports including but not limited to Schedules / Time Line’s, FEMA, BOM, Buy Off, Feasibility, Program Status, part tolerance/process evaluations, etc.
• Provide technical advice and assistance for the completion of quotation studies, hard tool/soft tool checks, etc.
• Participate with the Re-Work Process
• Management of all Data, storage of all data, naming of all data in the correct job folder
• Creating Overlays & updating Parts History
• DIRT forms, part shipments, packaging requirements
• Interpreting/analyze SMIRT models, SMIRT BOMS
• Generating and maintaining QEP, Customer Timelines, APQP Timing, Massiv cadence document and any other timing related documents
• Obtain quotes and request purchase orders (PO’s) for any work required outside of Massiv Die-Form
• Prepare all PAR Documents (Part Acceptance Review)
• Maintain open issues matrix for each program, program milestone tracker, lessons learned
• Blank Tracking, laser blank files
• Host Die Design reviews, check die designs, release die designs for manufacturing, pre-manufacturing reviews, Soft tool
• Participate in contract reviews, Quality Analysis Review (QAR ) Scope of Work Review (SOW) Homeline integration review
• Sign off approved invoices in File Nexus
• Participate, Lead or initiate Root Cause / 8D / Customer incidents reports processes
• “Cradle to Grave” program support is expected including Home Line commissioning continuous and effective communication with Customer is expected, in an effort to ensure Press Time is scheduled efficiently to support Program Master Timeline.
• Ensure a good relationships are kept with the customer at all times, and understand the customer requirements
• Assist in successful launch and execution of multiple tooling programs simultaneously – timing, quality, cost
• Manage the customers’ expectations through foresight and suggestions
• Communicate with and manage suppliers outsourced work by Massiv Die Form
• Ensuring that the delivery of all products is to the appropriate levels of quality, engineering level, on time and within budget, in accordance with the program master timeline.
• Ensure that all program Milestones and Key Dates is communicated well in advance to all internal groups.
• Ensure open and effective communications to Cross Functional Team members, own or other departments
• Following the Dimensional Quality Execution Process
• Closely involved with the FEA springback Studies
• Ensure that information is correlated between actual tryout and upfront Engineering
• Updates to the PM trackers and other KPIs
• Understanding and participating in GD&T reviews for Stamping and Assembly
• Knowledgeable for all die tryout activities
• Supporting Purchasing, Machining CAD and Tooling teams to find resolutions to critical issues
• Assisting the finance team in reporting monthly cost estimations per program until completion
• Participating in Continuous Improvement initiatives (5S, Lean Manufacturing, TPMS, 4DX).
• Assisting the Sales Team in quoting Engineering Changes, new programs initiatives, die construction sourcing
• Represent Massiv Die Form and our Tooling Groups in a professional Manner at all times
• Assist the homeline commissioning team, Launch team, Secondary tryout team members
• Assisting in the quality Department and Fixture build process
• Responsible to perform other reasonable duties as required or requested

Working Conditions

• Day Shift with flexibility on hours based on customer requirements
• Office and plant environment, including shop floor & press shop
• Overtime may be required at times.
• Interaction on shop floor with respective cross functional team members.
• Local and/or international overnight travel may be required for extended periods of time
• Flexibility to work outside regular business hours as required to attend meetings and communicate with customers, vendors, and suppliers across different time zones.

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.

Employment Details

Worker Type: Regular / Permanent Group: Cosma International

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