Die Setter/Mover (Crane/Forklift Operator)

Magna International; Piedmont, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with match

Employee Profit Sharing Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Referral Program - Up to $1,000 per H

Job summary

Magna International in Piedmont, SC is seeking a Die Set/Press Operator to safely operate and move die sets, perform daily safety checks, and support production scheduling. You will steward die changes, coordinate movements, and maintain 5S standards in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 3–6 months manufacturing experience, a valid forklift license with safe operation history, and the ability to review schedules in SAP.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Three to six months manufacturing experience and/or training.
• Valid Forklift license with at least 6 months of safe operation.
• Ability to review production schedules using SAP.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and move die sets using overhead cranes, performing daily safety checks and reporting any issues that impact safe operation.
• Coordinate die scheduling, staging, and movement between press lines to support production and changeovers.
• Pre-stage, flip, wash, and maintain die sets in tool rooms per PM, build, and production schedules.
• Return die sets to correct, designated storage locations and support organized die storage areas.
• Communicate needed repairs or die issues promptly to supervisors and support teams.
• Maintain housekeeping and 5S standards and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma / GED

Tools

SAP

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

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

• Safely operate and move die sets using overhead cranes, performing daily safety checks and reporting any issues that impact safe operation.
• Coordinate die scheduling, staging, and movement between press lines to support production and changeovers.
• Pre-stage, flip, wash, and maintain die sets in tool rooms per PM, build, and production schedules.
• Return die sets to correct, designated storage locations and support organized die storage areas.
• Communicate needed repairs or die issues promptly to supervisors and support teams.
• Maintain housekeeping and 5S standards and perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Three to six months manufacturing experience and/or training.
• Must have valid Fork truck license and 6 months of experience driving it safely with no incidents or occurrences.
• Must be able to review schedules using SAP.

Why Work Here?

• Health Insurance (includes telemedicine, FSA, HSA, and other benefits)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with match
• Employee Profit Sharing Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Program - Up to $1,000 per hired referral
• Onsite cafeteria with multiple fresh-cooked options and salad bar, and fully stocked breakrooms throughout plant
• Annual events (Summer cookout, Christmas party, etc.)
• Onsite Nurses' office
• Onsite Mother's room

Pay range: $20.94 - $25.97

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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: 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.

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