Senior Tooling Specialist

Magna-International-6df39721; Bradford West Gwillimbury; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting seeks a skilled Tooling Designer to lead tooling improvements and PFMEA initiatives. You will collaborate with toolmakers, project teams, and suppliers to ensure on-time delivery and budget adherence.

Ideal candidates bring CAD proficiency (VISI), GD&T knowledge, and 5+ years as a certified Tool & Die Maker, with strong design experience and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Certified Tool and Die Maker with 5+ years of experience.
• 7 years minimum of design experience.
• Familiar with VISI CAD software.
• Strong GD&T and CMM layout knowledge.
• Experience with PFMEA, DFM/VA/VE, DOE, DVP&R, PPAP.

Responsibilities

• Oversee tooling improvement modifications with the team.
• Coordinate with toolmakers and team leaders to complete critical tooling through the TRN process.
• Monitor and analyze key tasks, activities and costs across tool modification phases.
• Outline timing, monitor, and report monthly on activities (internal and external).
• Create tooling PFMEAs on all new projects and manage open issues.
• Ensure spare components are acquired for all new tooling projects and maintain records.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Problem-solving

Cross-functional teamwork

Project management

Education

Certified Tool and Die Maker

Tools

VISI CAD

CMM

DFMEA

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 Mechatronics, Mirrors and Lighting group specializes in automotive technologies that are driving the future of mobility. Combining a deep systems knowledge to develop unique vehicle access experiences, intelligent visions systems and advanced automotive lighting technologies, MML's expertise light the path to innovation, safety and styling.Job Responsibilities:Oversee and guides tooling improvement modifications with teamUtilize toolmakers and team leaders to assist or complete critical tooling through TRN processManage, monitor and analyse key tasks, activities and cost through the multiple phases of the tool modification processOutline timing, monitor and report (monthly) all activities (internal and external)Total program costs/budgetsCreates tooling PFMEA’s on all new projectsDisposition of obsolete tooling with OEM’sManage Open issues (tooling related – departmental / TRN’s )Meeting report outsCoordination of cross-functional team responsibilities (internally and externally) for tooling issues.Involvement in customer negotiationsManage spare component acquisitions for all new tooling projectsAssist in Departmental Process ChangesMaintain / monitor all electronic tooling records. Provides directions to other tooling specialistsProvide toolmakers with drawingsMeet or exceed budget and improve contribution marginUtilise Company and Customer Timing Plans, Time/Resource Activity PlansProvide guidance to Management in all Program tooling related decisions.Assist in ensuring spares are set to correct minimum/maximum levels at the beginning of all new programs.Assist in set up of PM for toolingMaintain a confidential and professional demeanour at all timesWork in a safe manner at all times including the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).Abide by company rules and policies as set out in the Employee HandbookMeet all customer commitments and all customer milestonesUpdate Lessons Learned databaseProvide direction on current production tooling to help resolve issues.Perform other duties as requiredQualifications Required:Certified Tool and Die Maker with 5 years of experience7 years minimum of design experienceFully knowledgeable in VISI or related CAD softwareFull understanding of GD&T principles and CMM layoutsWell organized and follow design best practicesGood problem-solving skillsCapable of multi-tasking many projects at onceMust have capability to create tooling PFME'SProject management experience considered an assetExperience in the field of high volume production mechanical devicesCross function experience, including Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Design and FinancialsDFSS and/or six sigma experience preferredFamiliar with the following tools: D/PFMEA, DFM, VA/VE, DOE, DVP&R, PPASalary Range:$95,000 - $105,000Vacancy Status:Immediate, Open PositionSite Benefits:Conveniently close to Highway 400Medical and dental benefitsProfit Sharing (EEPPP) and Group RRSP ProgramCompany Paid Basic Life Insurance and AD&DCorporate Plans for Roger's Cellphone Data PlanEmployee Discounts: Auto and Home Insurance, Retail, Restaurants, etcAwareness, 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 Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting