WCM Coordinator

Magna International; Concord; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Magna Exteriors unit in Nova Scotia seeks a World Class Manufacturing (WCM) Coordinator to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence on the plant floor. You will deploy WCM methodologies, coordinate CI initiatives, and lead Kaizen events, focusing on safety, quality, delivery, cost and morale in line with MAFACT standards.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to sustain process performance and develop employees through standardized work, audits and training.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years in manufacturing/industrial/quality engineering or CI roles.
• Automotive industry experience is an asset; knowledge of MPS / Lean Manufacturing principles.

Responsibilities

• Support deployment of WCM MAFACT standards and track CI projects.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Lead Kaizen events and value stream mapping.
• Perform daily shop-floor activities and support audits.

Education

Engineering or related field

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:

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:

The World Class Manufacturing (WCM) Coordinator plays a key role in driving continuous improvement and operational excellence across the plant. This position is responsible for supporting the deployment and sustainability of WCM methodologies, coordinating activities, and leading initiatives that improve safety, quality, delivery, cost, and morale. Working closely with cross-functional teams, the WCM Coordinator promotes a culture of accountability and problem-solving while ensuring alignment with corporate WCM MAFACT standards and long-term business objectives.

Process Stability & Continuous Improvement

• Understand and drive process stability and repeatability (meeting targets for productivity, quality, cost, lead time, safety, and environment)
• Reduce process variation to support continuous improvement initiatives
• Facilitate problem solving and continuous improvement across all production areas
• Maintain and promote a continuous improvement mindset
• Support management of the Continuous Improvement (T.I.M.) program and tracking of key CI projects

Standardized Work & Work Instructions

• Develop, analyze, implement, and train on standardized work (SWCT, SWC, WBT; cycle, long cycle, material conveyance, shop floor quality checks), ensuring operator engagement and ownership
• Create cycle and long cycle work instructions. Train employees on standardized work after buyoffs are completed

Audits, Compliance & Inspections

• Conduct daily audits (standard work, 5S). Perform formal and informal workplace inspections
• Identify audit gaps/weaknesses and prioritize improvements
• Participate in preparation and execution of internal and external MAFACT audits
• Ensure compliance with Customer Specific Requirements and systems (IATF16949, ISO 45001, ISO14001, PIP)

Lean / WCM / MAFACT Activities

• Support MAFACT best practices, implementation, and training. Deliver and support MAFACT training initiatives
• Lead Kaizen events and coordinate implementation
• Conduct value stream mapping, process mapping, and time studies (OPS/MOTS)
• Provide training on improvement concepts (standardization, MPS, 5S, TPS, Lean, Pull Systems, MAFACT)

Daily Operations & Shop Floor Support

• Coordinate with WCM Lead on daily scheduled projects. Participate in weekly GEMBA walks
• Respond to ANDON calls and elevate as necessary. Escalate issues appropriately.
• Review and respond to communications from other shifts

Reporting, Communication & Meetings

• Prepare weekly KPI charts. Prepare reports, presentations, and employee communication materials
• Attend meetings as required

Requirements:

• Minimum completion of post-secondary education in Engineering or related field
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a related field (i.e. Manufacturing/Industrial/Quality Engineering, Project Management, CI Coordinator/Black Belt, etc.)
• Experience in automotive industry an asset. Extensive knowledge of MPS / Lean Manufacturing principles

Compensation: $60, 000 -$70,000

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.

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 Exteriors