Assembly Operator

Magna International, Inc; South Carolina; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna Seating South Carolina is seeking an Assembly Operator to join our production team. You will rotate through tasks on the assembly line, using hand and power tools to build automotive seat systems for major manufacturers.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and adherence to 5S standards in a fast-paced environment. Prior manufacturing experience is preferred; this is a full-time, on-site position with stable employment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Good hand control and ability to perform repetitive movements.
• Ability to follow instructions precisely.
• Stand for long hours, lift 25-50 lbs, and move efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical components using hand and power tools.
• Read and follow work instructions, blueprints, or diagrams.
• Perform quality checks and identify defects or non-conforming parts.
• Assist in plant duties such as parts inspection, inventory, cleanup, and maintenance.

Skills

Age requirement

Hand-eye coordination

Attention to detail

Stamina

Lifting ability

Safety conscious

Team communication

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

ERP systems

Barcode scanners

Tablets

Job description

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.

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

As an Assembly Operator at Magna Seating South Carolina, you will play a key role in assembling automotive seat systems that go directly to major vehicle manufacturers. We are proud to be part of Magna International, one of the largest automotive suppliers in the world, and a Tier 1 supplier for this critical product. In this role, you'll rotate through various tasks on the production line and contribute to building high-quality products in a fast-paced environment focused on safety, quality, and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical components using hand and power tools
• Rotate between tasks.
• Read and follow work instructions, blueprints, or diagrams accurately
• Perform quality checks and identify defective or non-conforming parts
• Assist in plant duties such as parts inspection, inventory, cleanup, and minor equipment maintenance
• Report safety, quality, or production issues to supervisors in a timely manner
• Follow safety procedures and wear appropriate Personal Protection Equipment at all times (e.g., Gloves, Glasses)
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation (5S compliance)
• Participate in continuous improvement and team-based problem solving
• Attend training sessions and complete required materials

Required Skills & Qualifications

These are essential for success in the role:

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Good hand control and ability to perform repetitive movements
• Ability to follow instructions precisely.
• Stand for long hours, lift 25-50 lbs., and move efficiently
• Work in safe manner and comply with safety rules and practices
• Effective communication with team members
• Efficiently manage tasks to meet production deadlines

Preferred Skills

These skills will set you apart:

• Experience in a manufacturing or assembly-line environment
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and 5S methodology
• Ability to use ERP or production tracking systems (e.g., barcode scanners or tablets)
• Ability to read technical drawings, wire diagrams, or exploded views
• Multilingual (especially in a diverse team setting)
• High School Diploma or GED

The above statement reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of the work required inherent in the job. Other duties may be assigned from time to time to support business needs.

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.

Worker Type

Regular / Permanent