Production Supervisor, C Crew

Magna-International-6df39721; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna Exteriors in Warren, MI seeks a manufacturing supervisor to lead Just-In-Time assembly and direct labor while maintaining safety, quality, and productivity. You will coach teams, coordinate with management, and drive continuous improvement across shifts.

The role requires 3–5 years in production/supervision, a high school diploma or GED (associate or bachelor’s a plus), and knowledge of lean methods and OSHA safety standards. Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Business, Manufacturing, Engineering, or related field is a plus.
• 3–5 years of experience in a production, manufacturing, or supervisory role.
• Experience in automotive, plastics, or high-volume production industries is preferred.
• Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement (5S, Kaizen, Six Sigma).
• Strong understanding of OSHA and workplace safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct Just-In-Time assembly and other operations to meet safety, quality, cost, productivity, and environmental goals.
• Maintain communication with assembly operators regarding policies, procedures, work instructions, and environmental regulations.
• Coordinate objectives with other management to maximize product reliability and minimize costs.
• Supervise direct labor, provide coaching, and document performance issues.
• Schedule and assign tasks to achieve daily production, quality, and housekeeping goals.
• Promote 5S and TPM practices to maintain a safe and efficient production environment.

Skills

Leadership

Safety

Communication

Problem solving

Shift scheduling

Team motivation

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

ERP systems

MES

Microsoft Office

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: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:C Crew Schedule:Monday and Tuesday, 4:30 PM – 3:00 AMFriday and Saturday, 5:00 AM – 3:30 PMPosition OverviewSupervise and develop direct labor personnel to ensure achievement of divisional safety, quality and production objectives following the principals established in the Employee Charter.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Lead and direct Just-In-Time assembly and other operations for health and safety, quality, customer satisfaction, cost, productivity, environmental and ergonomic issues through to resolution utilizing problem solving processes (e.g. 8D, 5Y, etc.).Maintain effective communication with assembly operators via pre-shift and individual meetings regarding company policies, procedures, work instruction, company rules, process documentation and environmental regulations.Review all production objectives and coordinate objectives with production procedures in cooperation with other management/supervision personnel to maximize product reliability and minimize costs.Lead by example with safety including utilizing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times.Supervise AIM Systems-Warren direct labor to include training and development, communication, enforcement of company policies and procedures, performance coaching and evaluation and written documentation of performance issues in a timely manner. (E.g. performance reviews, performance improvement plans, etc.).Schedule and assign appropriate tasks to achieve daily production, quality and housekeeping goals.Maintain an open and honest relationship with dignity and respect with all employees in accordance with the Employee Charter Open Door Process.Recommend plant measurables and continuous improvement of quality, equipment performance and productivity.React and follow through with all quality issues to ensure that no defective products are shipped to the customer.Immediately attend to all accidents and injuries, and initiate the accident/incident investigation process. Facilitate the determining root cause(s), corrective action(s) and follow up to ensure implementation and completion of corrective actions.Correct unsafe acts and conditions.Coordinate and/or deliver training to current and new employee Just-In-Time operations utilizing the TWI methods and/or other established operating procedures.Manage and coordinate cross-training activities to improve ergonomics and employee skill development. Maintain and update training matricesMaintain and promote good housekeeping utilizing (5S).Utilize Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) principals for all manufacturing equipmentUnderstand and administer HR policies.Approve all vacation and appointment time requests.Liaise with other shifts to communicate quality, production, safety and/or supplier problems/issues.Perform other duties as required.Qualifications:Proven leadership experience in a manufacturing or production environment.Strong understanding of safety, quality, and productivity standards.Ability to lead and motivate diverse teams.Effective communication and interpersonal skills.Demonstrated ability to problem-solve and make sound decisions under pressure.Flexibility to work various shifts, including overtime and weekends, as needed.Education / Experience:Education:High school diploma or GED is requiredAssociate’s degree or bachelor’s degree in Business, Manufacturing, Engineering, or related field is a plus.Experience:3–5 years of experience in a production, manufacturing, or supervisory role.Prior union environment experience preferred.Experience in automotive, plastics, or other high-volume production industries preferred.Special Knowledge / Skills:Working knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement (5S, Kaizen, Six Sigma).Strong understanding of OSHA and workplace safety regulations.Ability to read and interpret production schedules, work instructions, and quality standards.Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and manufacturing systems (ERP, MES, etc.).Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.Familiarity with timekeeping, attendance, and labor relations practices.Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus, depending on workforce demographics.Physical Demands / Work Environment:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Normal amount of sittingMay be required to stand in excess of 6 hoursMay be required to lift, push and/or pull 60 poundsAverage mobility to move around a manufacturing environmentAble to conduct normal amount of work at a computerMay require travelAwareness, 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 DisclosureAs 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 / PermanentGroup:Magna Exteriors