Materials Sorter/Embalage - 1st Shift

Magna International Limited; Ethridge (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Repack/Embalage role at Magna International in Tennessee is a hands-on material handling position in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will build crates, repack parts, inspect quality, and handle materials, with occasional forklift use; standing for much of the shift and collaborating with a production team.

Candidates should have basic math, reliable problem solving, and working knowledge of simple computer tasks like label printing.

Qualifications

• Must be able to stand for long periods and perform physical tasks.
• Ability to operate a forklift when required.
• Basic math and problem-solving skills.
• Strong work ethic in a fast-paced production environment.
• Working knowledge of computers and labeling/printing processes.

Responsibilities

• Crate Building – Build wooden crates (approximately 300 per day) to ship parts.
• Repacking – Repack parts into customer-branded packaging according to specifications.
• Quality Check – Inspect crates and packaging for quality and compliance with customer specifications.
• Material Handling – Handle various parts and packaging materials throughout the shift.
• Teamwork – Collaborate with other Material Handlers to build larger crates and meet targets.
• Forklift Operation – Operate a forklift as needed; not a dedicated forklift-driving role.
• Label Printing – Print shipping and packaging labels using basic computer skills.
• Problem Solving – Apply basic math and problem solving to daily tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Forklift experience

Basic math

Teamwork

Computer skills

Problem solving

Safety awareness

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.

Summary

Job Responsibilities:

The Repack/Embalage is responsible for building shipping containers and repacking parts for customers within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This is a hands-on material handling role that requires being on your feet for the majority of the shift; while forklift operation experience is required to support daily tasks, this position is not a dedicated forklift driving role. The ideal candidate has working computer knowledge, basic math and problem-solving skills, and a strong work ethic to keep pace with production demands.

(This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties to be performed in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions or to perform other job duties requested by their manager.

• Safety First – Obey the plant’s safety rules and procedures by always wearing PPE and immediately addressing all safety concerns. Promotes an environment where zero injuries are the expected standard.
• Magna Culture: Embracing the culture as outlined in our Employee’s Charter, Operational Excellence and Core Values to foster a dynamic environment rooted in engagement, accountability and agility, driving us toward sustained success.
• Magna Employee Charter – Set of commitments and expectations that foster mutual trust and respect
• Operational Excellence – Our focus on execution and performance to get ahead and stay ahead of the competition, fueling innovation and market leadership. This is a commitment to all our shareholders.
• Magna Core Values – Expected behaviors to perform as outlined by our core values of Think Big, Take Responsibility, Never Settle, and Be Collaborative. These reflect who we are as individuals and a company.
• Awareness of and follows MST’s Quality, Environmental, Health & Safety policies. Maintain a clean and safe working environment: Open Door Policy – Solves issues with two‑way, open, and friendly communication. 5S – Maintains and promotes good housekeeping by following the philosophy "Everything has a place. Everything in its place".

• Crate Building – Build wooden crates (approximately 300 per day) used to ship parts to customers.
• Repacking – Repack parts into customer-branded packaging according to specifications.
• Quality Check – Inspect crates and packaging for quality and compliance with customer specifications before shipment.
• Material Handling – Handle various parts and packaging materials throughout the shift.
• Teamwork – Work collaboratively with other Material Handlers to build larger crates (some up to 6 feet in length) and meet daily production targets.
• Forklift Operation – Operate a forklift as needed to move materials within the work area. Note: this position requires forklift experience but is not a dedicated forklift‑driving role.
• Label Printing – Use basic computer skills to print shipping and packaging labels.
• Problem Solving – Apply basic math and problem-solving skills to complete daily tasks accurately in a fast-paced environment.

Perform any and/or all other duties as assigned.

Awareness, Unity, Empowerment

At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud … 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