Quality Technician - 2nd Shift

Magna International; Duncan (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna International's Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting group seeks a quality-oriented technician to interpret the Magna Mirrors quality system, perform tests, audits, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities include leading sorts, initiating corrective actions, and assisting in root cause analyses, with emphasis on SPC data and measurement accuracy. Must meet physical requirements.

Qualifications

• Must understand quality systems and audits.
• Ability to interpret customer requirements and specifications.
• Experience with DCAR & 8D processes is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs product testing and audits to ensure compliance with customer specs.
• Leads in-house/on-site customer product sorts and re-inspections.
• Initiates corrective/preventive actions and supports root cause analyses.
• Gathers data for monthly quality reports and supports engineers.

Skills

Quality testing

SPC

8D root cause analysis

Root cause analysis

English proficiency

Tools

SPC software

Job description

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 Mechatronics, Mirrors and Lighting group specializes in automotive technologies that are driving the future of mobility. Combining a deep systems knowledge to develop unique vehicle access experiences, intelligent visions systems and advanced automotive lighting technologies, MML's expertise light the path to innovation, safety and styling.

Job Responsibilities

JOB SUMMARY: Interprets and initiates various elements of the Magna Mirrors quality system. Performs product testing and audits products and processes to ensure system compliance with customer requirements/specifications. Leads in-house and/or on-site customer product sorts and re-inspections to resolve quality issues which may require lifting of 40 lbs. or more. Issues, maintains and implements activities corrective/preventative action. Provides input on quality problems and recommends process changes if necessary. Assists in and/or leads customer driven root cause analysis processes (i.e. DCAR & 8D). Visually inspects customer part returns and determines disposition on any non-conforming product. Performs fixture reliability/repeatability analysis to test accuracy of measurement. Performs other duties as necessary including providing product launch support to Quality Engineers. Properly handles and disposes of any hazardous waste material. May set visual standards, analyze Statistical Process Control (SPC) data and initiate changes in control plans, IPICS, charts. May represent operations quality when conveying information to customers and establishing control limits. May develop/analyzes product testing procedures and set up testing. Performs quality systems audits in support of Company and Customer standards.

Essential Job Duties And Responsibilities

Performs product testing using a variety of methods. Audits products and processes to ensure system compliance with customer requirements/specifications. Uses and understands SPC applications. Leads in-house and/or on-site customer product sorts and re-inspections to resolve quality issues which may require lifting of 40 lbs. or more. Trains operators on off-line part inspection to help contain product quality problems. Issues, maintains and implements activities relating to corrective and/or preventative action. Provides input on causes or reasons for quality problems and recommends process changes if necessary. Assists in and/or leads customer driven root cause analysis processes (i.e. DCAR & 8D). Visually inspects customer part returns and determines disposition on any non-conforming product (i.e. Company or customer origin). Gathers and summarizes data for monthly quality reports. Performs fixture reliability/repeatability analysis to test accuracy of measurement. Reviews scrap with production personnel and performs minor reworks. Supports training process for new associates on quality standards and inspection methods Performs other duties as necessary including providing product launch support to Quality Engineers. Properly handles and disposes of any hazardous waste material in respective area.

Requirements

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. as needed.
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, and sit for extended periods of time.
• Must maintain proper vision requirements
• Must be able to maintain alertness to their surroundings.
• Must have working knowledge of English

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 Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting