Operator Production

Magna International; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna Steyr in Mesa, AZ is seeking a Production Operator to retrofit automotive components per customer specifications while supporting manufacturing, quality, and delivery goals in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include assembling and installing parts, inspecting quality, maintaining a clean 5S workplace, and collaborating with engineering and quality teams for continuous improvement. The role requires standing for long periods and lifting up to 30 pounds.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 3–5 years of assembly experience in the automotive industry preferred.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 30 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Retrofit and modify automotive components according to customer specifications and work instructions.
• Assemble, install, or replace parts using hand tools and fixtures.
• Follow standardized work, visual aids, and quality requirements to ensure compliance with standards.
• Perform inspections and quality checks on retrofitted components.
• Document production activities using shop floor systems or logs.
• Maintain a clean, safe workstation following 5S and safety guidelines.
• Identify and report defects or process issues to team leaders or supervisors.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams for continuous improvement.
• Work tasks include standing, repetitive motions, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 30 pounds.

Skills

Fluent in English

Willingness to learn

Automotive assembly experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

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:

As an engineering and manufacturing partner, Magna’s Complete Vehicle group helps traditional OEMs and new entrants to bring their automotive visions to life. At Magna, you will work in an innovative, international and dynamic team, always pursuing the goal of delivering high-quality products. We work in a diverse environment with global development opportunities. Together with our employees we constantly strive to create a better world of mobility.

Job Responsibilities:

The Production Operator is responsible for retrofitting automotive components according to specific customer requirements. This role supports manufacturing, quality, and delivery goals by ensuring products meet exact customer and safety specifications in a fast‑paced production environment.

Your Tasks

• Retrofit and modify automotive components according to customer specifications, work instructions, and engineering change notices.
• Assemble, install, or replace parts using hand tools, fixtures, and other production equipment.
• Follow standardized work, visual aids, and quality requirements to ensure compliance with customer and internal standards.
• Perform inspections and quality checks to verify correct installation and functionality of retrofitted components.
• Document production activities and retrofitting completion using shop floor systems or production logs.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workstation in accordance with 5S and safety guidelines.
• Identify and report defects, non‑conformances, or process issues to team leaders or supervisors.
• Work collaboratively with engineering, quality, and production teams to support continuous improvement.
• Perform physical tasks including standing for extended periods, repetitive motions, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 30 pounds.

Who we are looking for

• Fluent in English
• Completion of High School Diploma or equivalent

Your preferred qualifications

• Strong willingness to learn and develop constantly
• Assembly related experience in the automotive industry of 3-5 years
• Ability to work variable shifts, including weekends and overtime as needed

Site Benefits

Details on our benefits package will be provided during the recruitment process.

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 Steyr