Tool & Die Maker Certified

Magna International; Markham; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna Powertrain in Ontario, Canada seeks a skilled tool and die maker to build and maintain dies, lead tooling improvements, and manage spare parts inventory on a night shift within a dynamic automotive environment.

Requirements include a valid Ontario tool & die maker certificate or European equivalent, 7+ years in fineblanking and transfer dies, GD&T, metrology, blueprint reading, and basic CNC programming. Strong documentation, English communication, and WHMIS training are essential.

Qualifications

• Valid Ontario tool & die maker certificate with proof of valid apprenticeship or master tool and die certificate or equivalent European apprenticeship and tool and die “meisterbrief”
• Minimum of 7 years experience in fineblanking of performed parts, advanced transfer dies and deep draw
• Grade 12 education & college apprenticeship program or equivalent European education
• Capable of full construction of new tools; excellent independent trouble-shooting and problem-solving skills
• Good understanding of gd&t level 1, spc level 2, metrology, blueprint reading & basic cnc lathe/machining programming
• Able to work independently, excellent documentation skills
• Strong English language communication skills (both verbal & written)
• Knowledge of acad
• Certified crane operator; trained in WHMIS & lockout/tagout

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain tools as defined by toolroom manager
• Develops new dies; advanced trouble-shooting and problem-solving solution skills; makes changes to meet or exceed quoted rates and improve product capability
• Manages the spare parts inventory and its control system
• Continuous improvement

Skills

English communication

Independent work

Documentation

Problem solving

Tooling knowledge

Education

Grade 12 education & college apprenticeship

Equivalent European education

Tools

GD&T level 1

Metrology

Blueprint reading

CNC lathe Programming

Machining programming

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

Transforming mobility. Making automotive technology that is smarter, cleaner, safer and lighter. That’s what we’re passionate about at Magna Powertrain, and we do it by creating world-class powertrain systems. We are a premier supplier for the global automotive industry with full capabilities in design, development, testing and manufacturing of complex powertrain systems. Our name stands for quality, environmental consciousness, and safety. Innovation is what drives us and we drive innovation. Dream big and create the future of mobility at Magna Powertrain.

Job Responsibilities

Compensation Range: $38-41 per hour

Hiring Shift: Night

Primary Function

• Build and maintain tools as defined by toolroom manager
• Develops new dies; advanced trouble-shooting and problem-solving solution skills; makes changes to meet or exceed quoted rates and improve product capability
• Manages the spare parts inventory and its control system
• Continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Valid Ontario tool & die maker certificate with proof of valid apprenticeship or master tool and die certificate or equivalent European apprenticeship and tool and die “meisterbrief”
• Minimum of 7 years experience in fineblanking of performed parts, advanced transfer dies and deep draw
• Experience in maintenance and die acceptance in including approval
• Grade 12 education & college apprenticeship program or equivalent European education
• Capable of full construction of new tools; excellent independent trouble-shooting and problem-solving skills
• Good understanding of gd&t level 1, spc level 2, metrology, blueprint reading & basic cnc lathe/machining programming
• Able to work independently, excellent documentation skills
• Strong English language communication skills (both verbal & written)
• Knowledge of acad
• Certified crane operator; trained in WHMIS & lockout/tagout

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.

Worker Type

Regular / Permanent

Group

Magna Powertrain