Assembly Operator

Magna International Limited; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna Seating in South Carolina is seeking an Assembly Operator to join our production team. You will rotate through tasks on the assembly line, build automotive seat systems, and support high-quality manufacturing in a fast-paced setting focused on safety, quality and teamwork.

You will read instructions and drawings, perform quality checks, and collaborate with teammates to meet production goals while maintaining a clean, compliant workstation and participating in continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Must be able to stand for long hours and lift 25–50 lbs.
• Ability to follow work instructions and blueprints precisely.
• Effective communication with team members to meet production deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical components using hand and power tools.
• Rotate between tasks on the production line.
• Read and follow work instructions, blueprints, or diagrams accurately.
• Perform quality checks and identify defective or non-conforming parts.
• Assist with parts inspection, inventory, cleanup, and minor equipment maintenance.
• Report safety, quality, or production issues to supervisors promptly.
• Follow safety procedures and wear PPE at all times.
• Maintain a clean, organized workstation (5S).
• Participate in continuous improvement and team problem solving.
• Attend training sessions and complete required materials.

Skills

Good hand control

Repetitive motion endurance

Follow instructions precisely

Stand for long hours

Lift 25–50 lbs

Effective communication

Task management to meet deadlines

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

ERP/production tracking systems

Barcode scanners/tablets

Read technical drawings

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:

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.

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