Supervisor

Magna-International-6df39721; Highland Park (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna Exteriors is seeking a seasoned manufacturing leader in Highland Park, MI to manage assembly operations and drive continuous improvement. The role emphasizes team leadership, safety, and adherence to quality standards in a high-volume production setting.

The position requires a technical or business bachelor’s degree and extensive manufacturing management experience, with strong organizational and communication skills to guide a dynamic team toward on-time delivery and cost efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a technical or business field; 12 years experience can substitute for degree.
• Demonstrated extensive manufacturing management experience.
• Strong organizational, communication and people-skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate assembly facilities, equipment, materials and staff to meet department objectives.
• Train team leaders and members to develop teamwork in a positive environment.
• Lead assembly activities with focus on quality and timely delivery.
• Track time sheets, attendance and performance reviews.
• Develop ergonomic layouts to optimize flows and reduce non-value activities.
• Ensure TS-16949 compliance and develop work instructions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the department.
• Support safety and incident investigations within 24 hours.
• Fill in as Team Leader when needed.

Skills

Manufacturing management

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in technical or business field

Tools

Management information systems

MS Office / PC software

ERP systems

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:Participate in daily team meetings and offer ideas/suggestions that contribute to meeting the performance objectives for the Assembly & Sequencing Department (See attached list of Performance Objectives).· Coordinate the utilization of assembly facilities, equipment, materials and employees to meet departmental performance objectives.· Train team leaders and team members in developing team work skills and team oriented activities in a positive working environment.· Manage assembly activities through strong leadership, communication, motivation and direction of employees to ensure product quality and delivery.· Track time sheets, attendance records and ensure that all performance reviews are completed in a timely manner.· Coordinate staffing needs and ensure that all personnel issues are dealt with in a timely manner.· Develop and implement ergonomic production layouts to optimize process flows and eliminate non-value added activities through the principles of synchronous manufacturing.· Ensure strict compliance to all TS-16949 procedures and monitor development and compliance of all work guidances on the floor.· Participate in the advanced product quality planning activities for the development of control plans and work guidances.· Guide departmental continuous improvement activities and participate as requested.· Ensure that all accidents are properly reported and accident investigations are completed within 24 hours.· Fill-in for and perform Team Leader duties when Team Leader is filling in for production team members on the production floor.· Perform other duties as assigned.Educational Requirements· Bachelor’s Degree in a technical or business field of study. Twelve years work related experience may be substituted in lieu of degree. Work experience combined with current schooling towards degree will be considered.· Implementation knowledge of OSHA industry health and safety regulations.· Operational knowledge of management information systems, use of personal computers and application software.Related Work Experience· Extensive manufacturing management experience in a high volume, dynamic environment.· Demonstrated organizational, communication, problem solving and people skills.Physical RequirementsThis position requires a person to have the ability to perform work whilestanding 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 theshoulders on an occasional basis. Ability to climb stairs is necessary. Good vision at a close distance is required. (See attached sheets for detailed physical description of this position.)MEHP Training Requirements· You will receive training to perform your job on an on-going basis concurrent with MEHP business operations. Training areas will include safety, quality, continuous improvement and other job specific training that is determined to be an essential part of your job and MEHP business operations.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 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