Manufacturing Engineering Assistant Manager

Magna International; Kentucky; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-Cost Health Insurance

Low-Cost Dental Insurance +Vision

401(k) Matching

Employee Profit Sharing

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Referral Program

Onsite cafeteria

Employee Discount Program

Annual Employee Events

Job summary

Magna Cosma International in Kentucky is seeking an Assistant Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead a team of manufacturing engineers, optimize production processes, and drive productivity improvements across assembly, stamping, and laser operations.

You will ensure process capability, support new program launches, and collaborate with maintenance on reliability and preventive maintenance strategies. Strong leadership and hands-on welding/ stamping experience are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Manufacturing Engineering within automotive or similar industry
• 3+ years in a leadership or supervisory role
• Hands-on experience with welding, stamping (hot & cold), and laser processes
• Experience with OEM or Tier 1 supplier requirements
• Knowledge of IATF 16949 and APQP processes
• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher)
• Proficiency in engineering and data analysis tools (Excel, Minitab, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise Manufacturing Engineers, providing technical direction and performance management.
• Drive productivity improvements through Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and cost reduction initiatives.
• Ensure process capability (Cpk/Cmk) and implement corrective actions when targets are not met.
• Oversee and optimize processes in: Assembly, Hot stamping, Cold stamping and Laser.
• Develop and maintain standard work, process documentation, and control plans (PFMEA, Flow Charts).
• Support new program launches (APQP), ensuring readiness of processes and equipment.
• Analyze production data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Coordinate process validation activities (run@rate, capability studies and DOE).
• Lead root cause analysis and problem-solving activities (PSW).
• Collaborate with maintenance on equipment reliability and preventive maintenance strategies.
• Support automation and digitalization initiatives (Industry 4.0).
• Manage engineering changes and continuous improvement projects.
• Support and enforce compliance with IATF, customer specific requirements and ISO 14001 procedures.
• Promote a safe and healthy work environment for employees, contractors, and visitors.

Skills

Communication

English language

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Project management

Teamwork

Problem solving

Fast-paced environment

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

Welding

Hot stamping

Cold stamping

Laser

PFMEA/Control Plans

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:

The Assistant Manufacturing Engineering Manager supports the Manufacturing Engineering Manager in leading and optimizing production processes, driving productivity improvements, and ensuring robust manufacturing systems. This role oversees a team of manufacturing engineers and is responsible for process stability, continuous improvement, and implementation of advanced manufacturing technologies across Assembly, Hot stamping, Cold stamping and laser operations. The position acts as a key interface between engineering, quality, maintenance, and production to ensure operational excellence, cost efficiency, and compliance with customer and industry standards.

Responsibilities :

Supports Magna Operational Principles and Employee Charter criteria within context and position’s scope of work supports EBM’s ISO 45001 Occupational Health and Safety Management System, ISO 14001 Environmental Management System, IATF System, as well as Magna Safety and Magna Environmental Program requirements

• Lead and supervise Manufacturing Engineers, providing technical direction and performance management.
• Drive productivity improvements through Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and cost reduction initiatives.
• Ensure process capability (Cpk/Cmk) and implement corrective actions when targets are not met.
• Oversee and optimize processes in: Assy, Hotstamping, Coldstamping and Laser.
• Develop and maintain standard work, process documentation, and control plans (PFMEA, Flow Charts).
• Support new program launches (APQP), ensuring readiness of processes and equipment.
• Analyze production data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Coordinate process validation activities (run@rate, capability studies and DOE)
• Lead root cause analysis and problem-solving activities (PSW)
• Collaborate with maintenance on equipment reliability and preventive maintenance strategies.
• Support automation and digitalization initiatives (Industry 4.0).
• Manage engineering changes and continuous improvement projects.
• Support and enforce compliance with IATF, customer specific requirements and ISO 14001 procedures.
• Promote a safe and healthy work environment for employees, contractors, and visitors.

Qualifications :

• 5+ years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering within automotive or similar industry
• 3+ years in a leadership or supervisory role
• Hands-on experience with welding, stamping (hot & cold), and laser processes
• Experience with OEM or Tier 1 supplier requirements
• Knowledge of IATF 16949 and APQP processes
• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher preferred)
• Proficiency in engineering and data analysis tools (Excel, Minitab, etc.)

Skills :

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to read, write, and speak English
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Technical math skills required
• Advanced problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure manufacturing environment
• Results-driven with focus on productivity and efficiency
• Project management and prioritization skills
• Available to work additional hours as needed

Education :

• High School Diploma required
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Master’s degree (MBA or Engineering) is a plus
• College-level courses and technical background in process (Assembly, Hot stamping, Cold stamping and laser) and/or statistical sciences desired
• Combination of job experience and education equivalent to four-year degree desired

Technical Education:

• Welding technologies (Resistance welding, projection welding, Mig and Mag)
• Hot stamping (Schwartz oven)
• Cold stamping (Progressive, Transfer and Tanden)
• Laser technologies (programming)
• Process capability analysis (Cpk, Cmk)
• GD&T and blueprint reading
• PFMEA, Control Plan, Process Flow development
• DOE (Design of Experiments)
• Automation systems (robots, PLCs)

Benefits :

• Low-Cost Health Insurance
• Low-Cost Dental Insurance +Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Matching
• Employee Profit Sharing Plan
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Nursing Room
• Tuition Reimbursement and Online Career Development with Free Tuition
• Referral Program - Up to $1,500 per Skill Trade Referral
• Onsite cafeteria Serving Hot Breakfast and Lunch
• Self-Checkout Snacks and Drinks Market
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Annual Employee and Family Events

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