Manufacturing Engineer

Magna International, Inc.; Roebuck (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna Seating is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to provide ongoing engineering support, drive process improvements, and support new product launches.

Responsibilities include optimizing product flow, leading design initiatives, conducting root-cause analyses, and maintaining clear technical documentation to ensure safe, efficient operations.

Qualifications

• University degree, college diploma, or equivalent in a relevant field.
• Knowledge of industrial engineering techniques to optimize material flow.
• Ability to design efficient manufacturing cell configurations.
• Experience analyzing product structures and processes to cut costs.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing manufacturing engineering support to resolve production and process-related issues.
• Lead design initiatives to optimize product flow, material movement, and cell efficiency using continuous improvement methods.
• Support new product and process launches, including equipment selection and installation.
• Analyze product structures and manufacturing processes to eliminate inefficiencies and reduce costs.
• Conduct root-cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain clear work instructions and technical documentation.
• Monitor project scope, budgets, and timelines to ensure successful execution.
• Follow JIT RASIC structure and ensure accountability for delivery and execution.
• Maintain records and back-up documentation per company standards.
• Respond professionally to employee concerns and feedback.
• Comply with health, safety, and workplace policies; enforce PPE standards.
• Attend meetings and training; perform additional duties as needed.

Skills

Industrial engineering

Manufacturing cell design

DOE (Design of Experiments)

DFA/DFM principles

PFMEAs

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Documentation and SOPs

Education

Engineering degree or related field

Tools

None specified

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

Key Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing manufacturing engineering support to resolve production and process-related issues.
• Lead process design initiatives to optimize product flow, material movement, and cell efficiency using continuous improvement methodologies.
• Support new product and process launches, including equipment selection, design, installation, and modification.
• Analyze product structures and manufacturing processes to eliminate inefficiencies and reduce costs.
• Conduct and support root-cause analysis to address manufacturing concerns and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain clear, accurate work instructions and technical documentation.
• Monitor and control project scope, objectives, budgets, and timelines to ensure successful execution.
• Follow JIT RASIC structure, ensuring accountability for delivery, execution, task completion, and consultation as required.
• Maintain accurate records and backup documentation in accordance with company standards.
• Respond professionally to employee concerns, suggestions, and operational feedback.
• Comply with all company health, safety, and workplace policies and procedures.
• Use, enforce, and ensure compliance with required PPE standards.
• Follow all emergency procedures and actively participate in company safety programs.
• Maintain housekeeping standards and proactively address hazards or non-compliance issues.
• Demonstrate respectful and professional conduct with co-workers, supervisors, and leadership.
• Attend required meetings and training sessions and contribute constructively.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support operational and business needs.

Required Qualifications

• University degree, college diploma, or successful completion of career-related courses.
• Knowledge of industrial engineering techniques to establish resource requirements and optimize material flow.
• Ability to design and implement efficient manufacturing cell configurations.
• Capability to analyze product structures and manufacturing processes to eliminate inefficiencies and reduce costs.
• Adept with problem-solving methodologies.
• Computer literate with strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work any shift schedule according to business needs.
• Ability to work overtime and travel with little notice.
• Demonstrated strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with internal and external functional areas.
• Thorough knowledge of materials, machine dynamics, and related engineering principles.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven ability to support manufacturing in resolving production and process issues.
• Demonstrated capability in providing engineering support for new products and process implementation.
• Background in selecting, designing, installing, and modifying equipment and fixtures.
• Strong process design skills to determine optimal product flow.
• Project management skills, including monitoring objectives, timelines, and budgets.
• Familiarity with Just-In-Time (JIT) systems and RASIC methodology.
• Ability to lead Design of Experiments (DOE) initiatives.
• Knowledge of Design for Manufacturability (DFA/DFM) principles during product development.
• Ability to develop and evaluate PFMEAs.
• Skill in developing clear and effective manufacturing work instructions.
• Prior leadership or supervisory exposure providing work directions to others.

Core Competencies

• DOEs: Leads equipment and process improvements to increase efficiency, reduce cycle time, and improve quality.
• DFA/DFM: Resource during product development to ensure Design for Manufacturability Principles are met.
• PFMEAs: Evaluates and documents manufacturing processes; predicting and preventing failures.

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