Weld Specialist

Magna International; Newmarket; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna International in Newmarket, Ontario, is seeking a skilled welder with robotics experience to join our Magna Seating group. The role focuses on robotic MIG and laser welding in a high‑volume production environment, with emphasis on quality, process improvement and safety.

You will collaborate across departments to optimize welding parameters, perform root-cause analysis, and help develop fixtures and welding procedures while adhering to IATF 16949, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience supporting robotic MIG and laser welding in production.
• Familiar with Fronius and Trumpf welding equipment.
• Knowledge of MIG and laser weld parameters.
• Strong communication and analytical skills.
• Understanding of GD&T and weld metallurgy.

Responsibilities

• Root cause weld defects using welding principles for robotic welding.
• Collaborate with other departments to optimize welding processes and data analysis.
• Monitor weld parameters for process and product quality.
• Develop welding procedures and fixture reviews.
• Perform weld verifications and experiments as needed.
• Ensure compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.

Skills

Welding & robotics knowledge

Robotic MIG welding

Robotic laser welding

Quality analysis

GD&T understanding

Problem solving

Education

Post Secondary College diploma in Welding and Robotics

Tools

Fronius welding

Trumpf welding

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:

Magna is an innovative leader in the development and manufacturing of high quality complete seating systems. Our solution includes seating structures, mechanisms and hardware, as well as foam and trim products for global automotive, heavy truck and bus industries. Our capabilities include market and consumer research; full concept development; design and engineering capabilities; testing, validation and world-class manufacturing. Our award-winning seating solutions are developed from consumer research, finding the ease of operation to be comfortable, convenient and connected.

Job Responsibilities:

Strong ability to root cause weld defects using welding principles for both robotic laser welding and robotic MIG welding.

Works in cooperation with other departments to establish, utilize and improve processes and methods to produce products on the welding cells. Accurately collects, communicates, and analyzes data for production welding processes. Stays up to date with production issues pertaining to welding processes such as cut and etch failures, high scrap due to weld monitoring and low FTQ. Work is directed towards minimizing scrap, improving throughput and ensuring product quality in a safe environment.

Duties and Responsibility:

Immediate - Open Position

Salary Range: $70,000 - $90,000 (Depending on experience)

• Stay current on new innovations in the field by reading and engaging in self-study of technical publications.
• Engage in training on new advancements in the field.
• Participate in root cause analysis meetings as well as report outs to management
• Interact with other employees, exchange technical information to facilitate teamwork in the troubleshooting and repair process.
• Review welding parameters to make sure they are optimal for both the process and the product.
• Understand and apply GD&T in problem solving.
• Take part in fixture design reviews and fixture concurrence; provide input to Manufacturing Engineers during SOW development process related to weld fixture and help conduct torch access studies.
• In charge of closures of all welding related open issues pertaining to Equipment Validation Checklist while supporting Manufacturing Engineers
• If required perform weld verifications via acid etch.
• Perform welding experiments to evaluate new equipment, techniques, and materials as required.
• Reviews Cut and Etch reports and creates improvement action plans
• Monitors trends using weld health charts.
• Establish welding procedures to guide production and welding personnel, relating to specification restrictions, material processes and welding of critical joints.
• Champions CQI-15 open issues for applicable programs.
• Provide input into the development of preventative maintenance plans.
• Responsible to protect own health and safety by working in compliance with established safe work practices and procedures.
• Adhere to all IATF 16949 policies and procedures
• Must comply with all ISO 14001 (Environmental) and ISO 45001 (Health and Safety) systems and standards as it pertains to their work
• Abide by all AODA and C-TPAT, and TISAX procedures that apply to their position.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Post Secondary College diploma in Welding and Robotics.
• Minimum of 5 years previous experience in supporting robotic MIG and laser welding in a production environment.
• Familiar with Fronius and Trumpf for Mig and Laser Welding respectively
• Understanding of weld parameters for both MIG and laser welding
• Excellent communication skills.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with proven record
• Excellent understanding of robotics and robot capabilities.
• Hands on ability to set-up, de-bug and program robots for welding applications.
• Attention to detail is a must.
• Understand GD&T and stack up analysis.
• Understand and apply weld metallurgy to solve problems
• Must be familiar with stamping attributes and how they affect welding.
• Must be familiar with welding tooling fixtures

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 Seating