Robot Technician (2nd Shift)

Magna International Limited; Town of Lansing (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) + Company Match

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Referral Program

Professional Development Assistance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Magna Exteriors is seeking a hands-on technician to join our Paint Robot Team. You will help keep our paint line running smoothly by operating and maintaining robotic and paint application equipment, performing maintenance and calibrations, and ensuring quality targets are met.

Ideal candidates are mechanically inclined, with experience in electrical or mechanical repairs in a manufacturing setting, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Automotive manufacturing experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Experience with electrical or mechanical repairs in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced production environment.
• Dependable, motivated, and eager to learn new processes.
• Automotive manufacturing experience is a bonus and helpful for context.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain robotic and paint application equipment per control plans and targets.
• Perform and document maintenance, calibrations, and PMs for optimum performance.
• Identify and help resolve product/quality issues per IATF-16949; verify corrective actions.
• Meet daily production goals and accurately record production data.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas and proper tool storage.
• Work overtime as required and adapt to shift needs.

Skills

Mechanically inclined

Troubleshooting equipment

Electrical repairs

Mechanical repairs

Fast-paced environment

Dependable/motivated

Willing to learn

Automotive manufacturing experience

Education

Associate’s Degree in a technical field

Hands-on experience may substitute for education

Pursuing related degree considered

Tools

Volt meter

Paint applicator test stand

Seal/air cap tester

Oscilloscope

Solder equipment

Welder

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 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:

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Important Note

Our facility is proudly nicotine-free, both professionally and personally. Nicotine and 10-panel drug screenings are part of the pre-employment process.

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll work directly with the Paint Robot Team to keep our paint line running smoothly by:

• Ability to work with voltmeter, paint applicators test stand, seava air cap tester, oscilloscope, solder equipment and welder.
• Operate and maintain robotic and paint application equipment per control plans, ensuring quality and delivery targets are met.
• Perform and document required maintenance, calibrations, parameter settings, and robot PMs to ensure optimal equipment performance.
• Identify, document, and help resolve product, process, or quality issues in compliance with IATF-16949 requirements; verify effectiveness of corrective actions.
• Perform cross-functional assignments per established procedures, work guidance sheets, TPMs, and quality alerts.
• Maintain professional radio etiquette.
• Work overtime as required and perform other duties as assigned.
• Proficient in using diagnostic and testing equipment, including volt meters, test stands, air cap testers, oscilloscopes, soldering equipment, and welders.
• Demonstrate strong teamwork and problem-solving skills in a continuous improvement environment.
• Adhere to all safety policies; work safely at all times, report unsafe conditions, accidents, and near misses promptly, and maintain proper ergonomics.
• Meet customer and company quality standards; direct non-conforming parts appropriately.
• Support lean and continuous improvement initiatives, including 5S updates.
• Meet or exceed daily production goals and accurately record/report production data.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas; properly store tools and report equipment issues.

What We’re Looking For

• Mechanically inclined
• Comfortable troubleshooting equipment issues
• Experienced with electrical or mechanical repairs
• Ready to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Dependable, motivated, and eager to learn

Automotive manufacturing experience is a bonus!

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in a technical field preferred
• Relevant hands‑on experience may substitute for education
• If you are currently pursuing a related degree- we’ll consider that too.

Why Work at Magna?

At Magna you’re not just taking a job, you’re building a career with a global automotive leader.

Benefits & Perks

• 401(k) + Company Match
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discounts
• Referral Program
• Professional Development Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

Schedule

Monday - Friday

2nd Shift - 12:00 PM start time

*Weekends as needed

Location

In-person

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 Exteriors