Material Services Coordinator

Magna International Inc.; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna International’s Magna Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting group is seeking a disciplined materials handler in Holland, MI to support shipping, receiving and inventory accuracy. You will handle pallets, use RF scanning devices, and work across multiple internal teams to ensure on-time deliveries and correct documentation.

Requirements include 2+ years in related roles, the ability to lift 70–100 lbs, a lift truck license, and solid communication skills.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience in material handling, shipping, receiving, or forklift operations.
• Must obtain a lift truck license.
• Knowledge of Magna Mirror’s information systems and RF scanning.
• Strong accuracy and organization; able to work independently.
• Good verbal and written communication; team-oriented.
• Basic math and data entry skills.
• Ability to lift 70–100 lbs and work flexible hours.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Dependable and punctual.

Responsibilities

• Tracks shortages and informs planners.
• Represents Magna Mirrors professionally with suppliers/customers.
• Loads/unloads materials and uses RF scanning.
• Receives into system; ships and transfers using RF equipment.
• Manages shipments and related paperwork.
• Interfaces with internal/external contacts per shipping needs.
• Coordinates emergency surface shipments.
• Arranges re-inspection/return of finished goods.
• Maintains 95%+ inventory accuracy.
• Proactively works with material planner to avoid shortages.
• Counts all material received accurately.
• Performs receiving against POs/contracts; keeps docs.
• Maintains shipping/receiving files.
• Verifies receipt log daily.
• Generates receivers matched with packing slips.
• Supports Kanban (Heijunka) systems.
• Ensures receiving practices align with company.
• Documents discrepancies per Magna Mirrors handbook.
• Operates material handling equipment safely; reports issues.

Skills

Material handling

Shipping

Receiving

RF scanning

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

RF scanner

Bar code

Forklift

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: Magna Mechatronics & Mirrors develops intelligent access and vision systems that enhance vehicle safety, functionality, and user interaction. As a global automotive supplier and full-system partner, Magna brings together expertise across Mechatronics and Mirror systems to deliver integrated solutions that support the evolution of vehicle architectures.

Job Responsibilities

• 1. Tracks finished goods shortages. Communicates to Resource Planners and Customer Service Coordinators.
• 2. Represents Magna Mirrors in a professional manner in communications with suppliers, customers, and Magna Mirrors associates.
• 3. Loads and unloads materials, moves materials in and out of storage locations. Labels and marks pallets as required. Receives into manufacturing data collection system using radio frequency scanning device.
• 4. Ships, receives, and transfers by using radio frequency equipment and current Information System.
• 5. Assumes responsibility for customer shipments, paperwork, electronic communications, and other ongoing issues related to customer finished goods deliveries.
• 6. Interfaces with internal and external contacts as needed in accordance with customer shipping requirements.
• 7. Coordinates and completes emergency surface shipments in response to customer requests.
• 8. Coordinates requests for re-inspection and/or return of finished goods.
• 9. Responsible and accountable for maintaining a 95% or better inventory accuracy.
• 10. Works with material planner in a proactive manner to avoid material shortages.
• 11. Responsible and accountable for accurate counting of all material received.
• 12. Performs receiving function against proper POs/contracts for closure.
• 13. Maintains all files and documents necessary to support the shipping/receiving function.
• 14. Verifies receipt log daily.
• 15. Responsible for generating receivers to be matched with packing slips and distributed as necessary.
• 16. Utilizes and supports Kanban Inventory Card Systems (Heijunka).
• 17. Ensures that receiving practices are consistent with other areas of the company.
• 18. Using the “Magna Mirrors Supplier Quality” handbook as a guide, documents and forwards any discrepancies of pack slip and carton labeling of supplied product to designated department.
• 19. Operates all material handling equipment in a safe and efficient manner and reports all malfunctions or damage to team leader.

Job Requirements

• 1. Two or more year’s experience in material handling, shipping, receiving, lift-truck, or truck driving activities. Knowledge of order-pulling, storing, loading, unloading, and staging.
• 2. Must be able to obtain a lift truck license.
• 3. Knowledge of Magna Mirror’s current Information Systems and bar code scanning system Radio Frequency (RF).
• 4. Able to demonstrate a high degree of accuracy in following work processes and completing work tasks. Strong work flow organizational skills and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• 5. Good verbal and written communication skills. Able to meet team building requirements.
• 6. General math ability to include primary addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and decimals.
• 7. Legible penmanship and ability to maintain neat, accurate records.
• 8. Able to do necessary lifting and moving of heavy cartons (70 to 100 lbs.).
• 9. Able to work flexible hours as required by customer delivery schedules.
• 10. High school graduate or equivalent.
• 11. A proven record of dependability is required.

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 Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting

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