Maintenance Technician: Automotive Plant, Lean & Safety

Magna International

Birmingham, Northern (AL, KY)

Hybrid

USD 52,000 - 82,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Magna International’s Cosma division in Birmingham seeks a maintenance technician to support plant safety, equipment upkeep and continuous improvement. You will work on robots, PLCs, controls, and electrical systems while documenting repairs and parts usage.

The role requires strong schematics reading, mechanical and electrical knowledge, and willingness to work extended hours to meet production needs. Join a global team focused on safe, efficient manufacturing.

Qualifications

Must have good mathematical and communication
Ability to read and understand schematics
Ability to use testing and troubleshooting equipment
Must have a good understanding of rigging, cranes, etc.
Must have a general knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics
Must be able to pay good attention to detail
Must have a basic knowledge of drafting (blueprint reading, dimension drawings, etc.)
Basic knowledge of AUTOCAD
Must be able to work extended hours as needed to meet customer requirements
Must have basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Must have general knowledge on electrical theory and troubleshooting
Must have general mechanical knowledge

Responsibilities

Follow and enforce all plant safety rules and policies.
Understand and promote Magna's philosophies (Magna Operational Principles, Corporate Constitution and Employee's Charter).
Follow and comply with all plant safety standards including LOTO Troubleshooting, diagnosis and repair of various manufacturing equipment, including robots, PLC, controls, electrical, etc.
Support continuous improvement and lean manufacturing processes
Effective communication with team members and other departments
Maintain integrity of safety devices including light curtains, safety gates, barriers, etc.
Assist in design and installation of new/improved manufacturing equipment, components, and processes
Make modifications to existing equipment as required
Assist in determining spare parts requirements
Maintain accurate documentation
Train operators and new team members on fixtures, control panels, etc.
Assist team members with running lines/presses
Monitor and maintain good housekeeping using 5S
Provide support for machine improvements
Ensure equipment meets NEC, OSHA, RIA, and Magna regulations
Perform PM inspections as required, complete with all repairs
Disassemble defective equipment as well as replace defective parts, electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, etc.
May specialize in repairing specific manufacturing equipment, and equipment that is not specific to the manufacturing process.
Use computerized or manual maintenance information systems to document the details of equipment related issues, repairs made, preventative and predictive maintenance measures taken, etc.
Use computerize or manual systems to facilitate root cause analysis for failures resulting in major downtime (as defined by management).
Once the root cause has been identified, put measurements in place that will prevent reoccurrence within the affected business unit, as well as across the facility.
Interface with all necessary production associates, production supervision, etc., to ensure issues are identified and resolved.
In general, communicate with the production team.
Minimize downtime by effective use of resources including response time, technical expertise, tools, spare parts and external contacts
Promotes good housekeeping (5S)
Perform other duties as required.