Press Operator

Magna International; Piedmont, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with match

Profit Sharing

Tuition Reimbursement

Referral Program

Onsite Cafeteria

Job summary

Magna International is seeking a dedicated team member to support a press line in our Cosma operated facility in Piedmont, South Carolina. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and efficient production alongside Team Leader guidance in daily operations.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and 3 months to 1 year of press shop experience. We value dependability, lead-by-example behavior, and teamwork in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 3 months to 1 year of experience in a press shop or related environment is preferred.
• Previous press shop experience is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support the Team Leader in daily operations to ensure press line runs safely and meets production targets.
• Enforce safety, quality, and work instruction compliance (PPE, BOS/ISO procedures).
• Assist with training and coaching associates; cover line during breaks, weekends, and absences.
• Manage SAP transactions and inventory control; support coverage when Team Leader is absent.

Skills

Press shop experience

Safety consciousness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Inventory control

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:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITIONS: Support the Team Leader in daily operations to ensure the press line runs safely, efficiently, and meets production targets. Enforce safety, quality, and work instruction compliance, including PPE usage, BOS/ISO procedures, and part quality standards. Assist with training and coaching associates; provide line and Team Leader coverage during breaks, weekends, and absences. Maintain housekeeping, automation staging, secondary inspections, and verify die setup sheets, parameter books, and run rates. Manage SAP transactions and inventory control, assuming full responsibility when the Team Leader is not present. Perform additional duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Team Leader.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION: High school diploma or general education degree (GED). WORK EXPERIENCE / TECHNICAL TRAINING: 3 months to 1 year of experience in Press shop. Previous Press shop experience, knowledge of how to run a Press line. Lead by example, be trustworthy and dependable.

WHY WORK HERE?

• Health Insurance (includes telemedicine, FSA, HSA, and other benefits)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with match
• Employee Profit Sharing Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Program - Up to $1,000 per hired referral
• Onsite cafeteria with multiple fresh-cooked options and salad bar, and fully stocked breakrooms throughout plant
• Annual events (Summer cookout, Christmas party, etc.)
• Onsite Nurses' office
• Onsite Mother's room

Pay range: $25.78 - $27.89 per hour

VISA SPONSORSHIP NOT AVAILABLE FOR THIS POSITION

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

We see a future where everyone can live and move without limitations. That's why we are developing technologies, systems and concepts that make vehicles safer and cleaner, while serving our communities, the planet and, above all, people. In the right environment, your ideas can turn into industry-changing automotive technologies and improve the lives of people around the world. Let's create the future of mobility, together.

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