Class A Quality Auditor

Magna-International-6df39721; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna is seeking a QA Auditor with extensive automotive experience to perform cosmetic, functional testing and dimensional inspections. You will evaluate Class A surfaces and related processes, including thinning analyses, to ensure quality standards are met across production.

The role requires strong written and verbal communication, travel for training, knowledge of stamping, and the ability to predict how defects will affect paint finish. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; with a minimum of 1 year as QA-Auditor, and proven track record in cosmetic, functional testing and dimensional inspections.

Responsibilities

• Class “A” surface experience
• Hi-light experience
• Stoning experience
• Able to “feel” for surface defects
• Metal finish experience
• Confidence to make decision on findings and support decision with evidence
• Understand thinning analysis reports
• Good written communication skills
• Good verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of stamping process
• Ability to travel for training and work
• Understand Customer standards
• Able to predict effect of defect after paint

Skills

Class A surface

Hi-light

Stoning

Surface defects feel

Metal finish

Decision making

Thinning analysis

Written communication

Verbal communication

stamping process knowledge

Travel for training

Customer standards

Paint defect impact

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Metrology tools

PPE

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:POSITION REQUIREMENTS• Class “A” surface experience• Hi-light experience• Stoning experience• Able to “feel” for surface defects• Metal finish experience• Confidence to make decision on findings and support decision with evidence• Understand thinning analysis reports• Good written communication skills• Good verbal communication skills• Knowledge of stamping process• Ability to travel for training and work• Understand Customer standards• Able to predict effect of defect after paintPHYSICAL DEMANDSSome of the physical demands for this position include being able to lift up to a weight of 40 pounds and the ability to stand, sit, and walk for prolonged periods of time.EQUIPMENT / TOOLS USEDSome of the equipment and tools used are a computer, printer, telephone, photocopier, and fax machine, PPE and an assortment of metrology tools.EDUCATION:• High School Diploma or GED required; with a minimum of 1 year as QA-Auditor, and have proven track record in cosmetic, functional testing and dimensional inspections.TECHNICAL TRAINING: GD& T, Weld Standards, Manufacturing Practices, SPCOTHER: Computer skills; proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of precision measuring tools including tape measures, scales, Vernier calipers, etc.• Metal Finish experience a plus.• Proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook Express.• PDCA/8D/5 why knowledge a plus.WORK EXPERIENCEQuality auditing experience in the automotive manufacturing environmentHOW MUCH? Minimum of 5 years• Quality Training• TS16949 Internal Auditor experience• Six Sigma• Emergency Response TrainingAwareness, 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 DisclosureAs 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 / PermanentGroup:Cosma International