Robot Technician

Magna International; Northwood (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna International's Magna Exteriors division seeks a skilled technician focused on robotic finishing processes and paint applications. You will support maintenance activities, operate robotic equipment, and ensure adherence to TS-16949 standards.

You’ll develop paint parameter settings and participate in continuous improvement teams. You will train staff on paint methods, document control plan updates, and perform other duties as assigned by the Robot Technician Team Leader.

Qualifications

• Experience in automotive finishing and robotic systems.
• Familiarity with industrial control equipment is a plus.
• Basic Windows proficiency and computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• Support process and maintenance activities per department goals.
• Operate robotic equipment to meet quality standards and delivery schedules.
• Identify and document difficulties per TS-16949 directives.
• Initiate and provide solutions to prevent non-conformities; update control plans.
• Develop, verify and document paint parameter settings for application equipment.
• Complete maintenance to ensure optimum robotic performance.
• Maintain daily logs of maintenance data and verification records.
• Participate in continuous improvement teams.
• Train personnel in paint application methods per control plans.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Robot Technician Team Leader.

Skills

Automotive finishing

Robotics experience

Mechanical experience

Electrical experience

Industrial control

Programming basics

Education

Associate’s Degree in a related technical field

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:

Specific Job Duties:

• Support process and maintenance activities consistent with departmental expectations and goals (See attached Performance Objectives).

• Operate robotic equipment in accordance to the control plans established in order to satisfy the customer quality standards and delivery schedule.

• Identify, communicate and document any difficulties relating to the product, process and/or quality system as per Norplas’ TS-16949 directives.
• Initiate, recommend or provide solutions to prevent the occurrence of any non-conformities relating to the product, process and/or quality system through designated channels.
• Verify implementation and effectiveness of recommended solutions. Participate in control plan updates as per TS-16949 protocol.

• Develop, implement, verify and document paint parameter settings for all application equipment to maintain the specified quality standards detailed in the control plans of all products.

• Complete all maintenance as directed in the total productive maintenance plan to ensure optimum performance of the robotic equipment.

• Perform all daily maintenance on electrostatic spray guns and related equipment to ensure optimum performance and paint utilization. Verify and calibrate as directed in the total productive maintenance plan to ensure the accuracy and repeatability of the painting process.

• Maintain organized daily logs of all maintenance activities, process parameter data and verification records.

• Actively participate in continuous improvement teams as assigned by the Robot Technician Team Leader.

• Train personnel as directed by the Robot Technician Team Leader in the implementation of the specified paint application methods and parameters in accordance to the control plans established.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Robot Technician Team Leader.

Educational Requirements

• Associate’s Degree in a related and technical field of study required. Six years work related experience may be substituted in lieu of degree. Work experience combined with current schooling towards degree will be considered.

• Must pass Farnsworth-Munsell 100 Point Hue Test annually.

• Must be computer literate on the Windows platform.

Related Work Experience:

• Previous automotive finishing and robotic experience required.

• Mechanical and electrical experience with industrial control an asset.
• Computer technology and programming an asset.

Physical Requirements

This position requires a person to have the ability to perform work while standing or walking a minimum of eight (8) hours a day, the ability to lift up to15 pounds on a frequent basis and up to 40 pounds on an occasional basis, and the ability to perform work that is below the knees and above the shoulders on an occasional basis. Ability to climb stairs is necessary. Ability to wear a respirator is necessary. Good vision at a close distance is required. (See attached sheets for detailed physical description of 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.

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