Quality Technician-2

Magna International Inc.; Telford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna Cosma International in the UK seeks a Quality Technician to drive core QA/QC inspections on the shop floor, ensuring products meet standards and customer expectations.

You will work closely with production, engineering and logistics, conduct tests, analyze data, support root-cause investigations, and maintain documentation. The role emphasizes continuous improvement and compliance with IATF 16949 principles.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills for interfacing with internal stakeholders.
• Quality experience within a shopfloor manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Basic understanding of the Quality Core Tools - APQP, SPC, MSA, FMEA & PPAP.
• Proficient with Business Operating Systems in accordance with IATF 16949.
• Computer literacy, transferrable to MES usage.

Responsibilities

• Conduct core quality assurance and control inspections to ensure products meet defined standards and customer expectations.
• Inspect materials and finished products, perform tests and measurements, analyze data and identify improvement areas.
• Collaborate with production, engineering and logistics teams to maintain procedures and compliance.
• Identify non-conformances, support root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate documentation and participate in audits as required.

Skills

Quality control

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Quality qualification

QA certification

Tools

X-ray machine

CMM

GOM

MS Office

MES

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

Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market.

Job Responsibilities

• The Quality Technician is responsible for conducting the core quality assurance and quality control inspections to ensure that products meet defined standards, specifications and customer expectations.
• The role involves inspecting materials and finished products, conducting tests and measurements, analysing data and identifying areas for improvement.
• The Quality Technician works closely with production, engineering and logistical teams to maintain compliance with internal procedures.
• They play a key role in identifying non-conformances, protecting downstream customers, assisting with root cause analysis and supporting corrective and preventive actions.
• Additionally, the Quality Technician helps maintain accurate documentation, participates in audits where required contributes to improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing product quality, process performance and customer satisfaction.

Role Responsibilities

• Chiefly responsible for conducting core control plan activities; x-ray, GOM scanning, torque testing.
• Support Engineering and Launch teams by facilitating additional measurement requests as/when required.
• Contribute to standard work development and assist in training and rollout.
• Support GP12/Quality Gate product reviews and data analysis.
• Assist the Quality Engineering team with calibration preparations.
• Act as an appraiser in various MSA activities as/when required.
• To be computer literate and able to use MS Office applications; Word, Excel, PowerPoint (MiniTab would be an asset).
• Transfer computer literacy to use the business' MES robustly to aid investigation into identified non-conformances.
• Stop processes which are producing non-conforming products.
• Be the voice of quality on the shop floor - lead by example and help to develop business-wide understanding of Quality and its related processes and procedures.
• Conduct Quality Process and Product Audits.
• Other duties as required by the Shift Quality Engineer.

EXPERIENCE

• Excellent communication skills for interfacing with internal stakeholders.
• Quality experience within a shopfloor manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Basic understanding of the Quality Core Tools - APQP, SPC, MSA, FMEA & PPAP.
• Proficient with Business Operating Systems in accordance with IATF 16949.
• Computer literacy, transferrable to MES usage.
• Desirable Die casting experience.
• Experience using X-ray machine.
• Experience using first principle measuring equipment.
• Experience with tactile/blue light measurement systems (CMM, GOM).
• Active interest in new technological developments.
• Qualification in quality/continuous improvement.

Personal Attributes

• Good interpersonal skills with hands-on problem-solving experience.
• Self-motivated, able to initiate and follow through tasks to completion.
• Analytical with a data-driven mindset.
• Work collaboratively to achieve project/business goals.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Objectivity - display the ability to effectively challenge.
• Open minded to the impact of suggestions from the team.Effective communicator through all necessary media.

Eligibility

Eligibility to work in the UK.

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.

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

Cosma International

We see a future where everyone can live and move without limitations. That's why we are developing technologies, systems and concepts that make vehicles safer and cleaner, while serving our communities, the planet and, above all, people. In the right environment, your ideas can turn into industry-changing automotive technologies and improve the lives of people around the world. Let's create the future of mobility, together. Learn more about us: Sustainability Innovation Interview-Tips