Operations Manager (2nd Shift)

Magna International Inc.; Carrollton (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna International seeks an experienced Injection Molding Department Manager in Georgia to lead a team in a high-volume facility. You will oversee process improvement, budget adherence, and cross-functional launches with a focus on quality and safety.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in injection molding, 3-5 years of supervisory experience, and deep knowledge of the Toyota Production System. TS-16949 experience is essential, and the role requires strong organizational and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience).
• 10+ years of technical experience in injection molding.
• 3–5 years of supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of the Toyota Production System.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate injection molding facilities to meet department objectives and performance goals.
• Lead molding staff to continuously improve performance and efficiency.
• Train staff in TS-16949 requirements and ensure compliance.
• Assist in budgeting and general ledger allocations for the department.
• Support new program development and cross-functional launch teams.
• Input data for reports, process capability and material management.
• Maintain 5S housekeeping and drive Kaizen events monthly.
• Research new technologies for cost-competitive applications and communicate ideas to senior management.
• Ensure accidents and safety investigations are completed promptly.

Skills

Injection molding

Supervisory experience

Organizational skills

Toyota Production System

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

TS-16949

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:

The Magna Exteriors portfolio of products includes access systems such as liftgates, exterior trim, modular systems, front-end modules including fascia, active aerodynamic systems and other lightweight structural components for automotive, commercial truck and other industrial markets. Recognized globally as an innovator in all aspects of vehicle exteriors, Magna provides everything needed, from materials development and design through manufacturing and assembly, to help automakers create sleek, state-of-the-art vehicles across the world.

Job Responsibilities:

General Job Duties:

• To exhibit an objective, fair and professional attitude that exemplifies the principles outlined in The Decoma Employee’s Charter to maintain a positive and productive workplace.
• To exhibit teamwork skills and actively participate in team activities in a positive working environment.
• To demonstrate problem solving skills in a work environment that is striving for continuous improvement.
• To follow Decostar policies and display conduct expected of Decostar employees as described in the employee handbook.
• To follow safety rules of Decostar and work in a manner that is conducive to maintaining a safe and healthful workplace.
• To perform regular workplace inspections, conduct safety talks, staff meetings, participate in the accident/incident investigation program, training new employees, correcting unsafe acts or conditions and correct or commend health and safety performance.
• To meet and maintain all customer quality standards as well as the standards of Decostar.
• To perform daily cross-functional job assignments as required and per the department’s established procedures and work instructions.

Specific Job Duties:

• Coordinate the utilization of injection molding facilities, equipment, machines, materials and employees to meet the performance objectives for the Injection Molding Department.
• Lead Injection Molding Employees in their efforts to continuously improve the performance objectives within the guidelines of the Decostar continuous improvement philosophy.
• Train staff members in TS-16949 requirements for the Injection Molding Department. Ensure strict compliance to all TS-16949 procedures and work guidance.
• Assist in the development of the Injection Molding departmental budget. Ensure all departmental expenditures are executed following the correct procedures to ensure accurate general ledger allocation. Participate as required in budget reviews.
• Support Advanced Quality planning for new program development through expedient scheduling of tool trials and participation as a cross functional member of the launch teams.
• Participate in the Decostar strategic planning process through identification of capital equipment needs for the Injection Molding Department to support available capacity for new business and to improve costs for existing business. Identify the best available equipment options and develop bid packages for competitive quoting.
• Supply information as required for quoting new business or engineering changes for existing business to the Sales Administrator.
• Direct Injection Molding Department employees to accurately input data as required to ensure the reliability of information used for departmental reports process capability and materials management.
• Maintain a high departmental standard for housekeeping in the Injection Molding area. Apply principles of 5S in all areas of the Injection Molding Department.
• Organize and lead Kaizen activities at least once per month to increase department efficiency and employee involvement.
• Research new and innovative technologies to analyze the potential for cost competitive applications to the Decostar product lines. Communicate patentable ideas to Senior Management for product development.
• Ensure that all accidents are properly reported and accident investigations are completed within 24 hours.

Education:

• Must have Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering. Twelve years work related experience may be substituted in lieu of degree. Work experience combined with current schooling towards degree will be considered.

Skills and Experience:

• Minimum ten years technical experience in injection molding.
• Minimum three to five years supervisory experience.
• Demonstrated exceptional organizational, communication, and people skills.
• Knowledge of the Toyota Production System.

Physical Requirements:

• This position requires a person to have the ability to perform work while standing or walking for up to eight (8) hours a day, the ability to perform work while sitting for up to eight (8) hours a day and the ability to lift up to 10 pounds on an infrequent basis. Good vision at a close distance is required. Must be capable of performing repetitive motion at, above and below shoulder height for up to six (6) hours a day. (See attached sheet for detailed physical description of this position.)

Training Requirements:

• You will receive training to perform your job on an on-going basis concurrent with Decostar business operations. Training areas will include safety, quality, continuous improvement and other job specific training that is determined to be an essential part of your job and Decostar business operations.

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 Exteriors

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