Technical Team Lead - CNC, Robotics & Lean Improvement

Magna International; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna Powertrain in Vaughan is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist to join our team and support the automation-driven manufacturing of advanced powertrain components.

You will coordinate with maintenance, quality, engineering and production teams, train operators, and perform machine setups with attention to safety and quality. A minimum of 2 years in CNC programming and a technical manufacturing background is required.

Qualifications

• Relevant technical diploma, degree or trade certificate in manufacturing or related discipline within the past five years.
• Minimum 2 years hands-on experience in CNC programming and setup in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated leadership with clear direction and problem solving; asset if present.
• Lean manufacturing knowledge applied to improve productivity and performance.
• Strong troubleshooting and 5 Why root cause analysis skills.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, maintenance, safety standards.
• Effective communication with production and staff; English fluent.
• Self-starter with teamwork, planning and organization; results-oriented.
• Willing to work flexible shifts, overtime, weekends; respond to emergencies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; SAP and Shoplogix is an asset.
• Experience with robotics (ABB, Fanuc) required.
• Advance knowledge of machining; prototyping and blueprint reading.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Maintenance, Tool & Die, Quality Assurance, Engineering, and Production teams to support sample parts, troubleshooting activities, and continuous improvement projects.
• Train and support CNC operators with tooling changes, insert replacements, and offset adjustments.
• Perform equipment setups, tooling changes, hob changes, machine adjustments, and routine maintenance activities.
• Identify and recommend process and tooling improvements to increase efficiency, quality, and productivity.
• Lead Kaizen events and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) activities and monitor equipment effectiveness.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and workplace organization.

Skills

CNC Programming

Lean Manufacturing

Leadership

Root Cause Analysis

Teamwork

English fluency

Troubleshooting

Maintenance planning

Education

Technical diploma / degree in manufacturing or related

Tools

SAP

Shoplogix

ABB robotics

Fanuc robotics

Blueprint reading

Job description

Magna Powertrain in Vaughan is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist to join our team and support the automation-driven manufacturing of advanced powertrain components.

You will coordinate with maintenance, quality, engineering and production teams, train operators, and perform machine setups with attention to safety and quality. A minimum of 2 years in CNC programming and a technical manufacturing background is required.