CNC Operator (First Shift)

Magna International; Sterling Heights (MI); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna Powertrain seeks a skilled CNC Operator to manufacture quality parts on our MAFACT line. You will operate CNC mills and lathes, perform setups and tool changes, and ensure parts meet print specifications.

Candidates should have 2–3 years in CNC operation, a strong math background, and the ability to work overtime. You will join a safety‑conscious, detail‑oriented team on the plant floor.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED; 2–3 years CNC operating experience.
• Ability to read gauges, change tools, make offsets/changes, and program changeovers.
• Advanced knowledge of turning and milling.
• Good shop math skills.
• Ability to work overtime or alternate shifts.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machines independently with minimal supervision.
• Make minor offset adjustments and/or tool changes to maintain part conformance to print.
• Troubleshoot on CNC horizontal and vertical mills, lathes; perform setups and tool changes as required.
• Monitor tool life and inspect parts; ensure readings on gauges.
• Follow standardized work; participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Ensure safety and quality start-up procedures are followed; report issues to supervisor.
• Train new employees as needed; participate in team meetings.

Skills

CNC operation

Machining fundamentals

English proficiency

Shop math

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Overtime flexibility

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

AS400

Barcode labeling system

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

Transforming mobility. Making automotive technology that is smarter, cleaner, safer and lighter. That’s what we’re passionate about at Magna Powertrain, and we do it by creating world‑class powertrain systems. We are a premier supplier for the global automotive industry with full capabilities in design, development, testing and manufacturing of complex powertrain systems. Our name stands for quality, environmental consciousness, and safety. Innovation is what drives us and we drive innovation. Dream big and create the future of mobility at Magna Powertrain.

Job Responsibilities

Objective: To manufacture quality parts as directed within an acceptable time frame to assist the organization in meeting all MAFACT and customer’s requirements and to perform the assigned task in a safe manner.

Scope: All aspects & functions involved in the CNC Operators role of producing quality parts in a MAFACT team process while meeting all regulatory requirements.

(These duties cover only the more significant responsibilities, they are not meant to be all inclusive. Other duties may be given by the supervisor in addition to, or instead of, those listed here.)

• Operate CNC machine independently with minimal supervision.
• Must make minor offset adjustments and/or tool changes to maintain part conformance to print.
• Troubleshoot on the CNC horizontal and vertical mill, lathe and perform setups and tool changes as required.
• Monitor tool life.
• Check parts and place them on the equipment or gauging stations correctly.
• Able to operate online gauging and understand the readings.
• Meet production requirements in a timely/efficient manner.
• Fill out production sheets and all other production related documents as required and monitor SPC/quality and document updates.
• Perform related labor as required to clean up, set up, and organize.
• Assist the material handler as required.
• Give direction to Production Operators assigned to job.
• Demonstrate Common Values.
• Support the Environmental Management System and objectives.
• Complete and maintain all required paperwork such as white boards, quality checks, production reporting forms, MAFACT, die set up sheets, checklists etc.
• Work with Engineering and MAFACT teams to develop and implement standardized work for all processes on their respective line(s).
• Perform audits to ensure standardized work is adhered to.
• Initiate corrective measures for non-standardized work and daily maintenance of team board.
• Responsible to ensure that all safety and quality start-up procedures are followed.
• Responsible to produce quality parts according to customer specifications.
• Review and follow standardized work instructions.
• Responsible to perform all required quality checks utilizing gages and other measuring devices as required in the control plan.
• Make adjustments, as necessary, Ensure that process tags are properly completed throughout the production run.
• Ensure all containers are properly labeled.
• Report any injuries, accidents, equipment malfunctions, property damage etc. to Supervisor.
• Responsible to manage the cleanliness and orderliness of the work area (5S).
• Responsible to communicate with team members (Supervisor, Leader, Quality, Co-workers) on any issues with the machines.
• Have an understanding of what the cause of the issue is and which team member to inform. (Maintenance, Quality)
• Authorized to stop the process if it does not meet quality and/or safety requirements and notify Supervisor/Quality immediately.
• Train new employees as needed on all aspects of job.
• Attend and participate in team and employee meetings including Mafact Meetings.
• Responsible to report to another job or task as directed by the Supervisor/Leader if assigned job is down.
• Participates in continuous improvement activities, submits improvement suggestions (CI, Safety).
• Ensure that company policies and procedures are adhered to including TS16949, ISO14001 (EMS), and Employee Handbook.
• Follows MIOSHA and MPTSH safety regulations and policies, including lock out/tag out and wearing required P.P.E. (Personal Protective Equipment).
• Reports unsafe conditions to Supervisor/Leader.

Education and/or Experience

High School diploma or G.E.D. 2-3 years CNC Operating experience. Ability to use gauges, change tools, make offsets/changes, and program changeovers is required. Advanced knowledge of machining fundamentals i.e. turning, milling is required. Must have good shop math skills. Results-oriented team player, excellent attendance, high energy level and good attention to detail. Demonstrates creativity, initiative, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work overtime or alternate shifts as required.

Additional Skills

Language Skills: Ability to read and write and comprehend instructions in English and correspondence such as safety rules and operating instructions. Ability to document forms as required by position.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent.

Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of AS400 and ability to use bar code labeling system.

Reasoning Skills: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Physical Demands

(The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.) While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, speak, listen and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and color vision.

Work Environment

(The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.) The work environment for this job will be on the plant floor. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

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 Powertrain

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.

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