Tool Room Apprentice

Magna International; Williamsburg (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna International (Cosma Group) is seeking qualified candidates for an on-site manufacturing role. The position involves performing essential plant floor duties, operating forklifts, and adhering to SPC-driven processes to ensure safety, quality, and productivity.

Candidates should be prepared for challenging environments, including heavy lifting and occasional weekend work. Ideal applicants will have a high school diploma or equivalent, complete Journeyman Tool/Die coursework, and demonstrate

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of DOL Journeyman coursework in Tool/Die or progress toward.
• NTMA mechanical aptitude test with 66% or higher required.

Responsibilities

• Operate in a manufacturing environment with focus on safety and quality.
• Perform heavy lifting and work in confined spaces as needed.
• Follow standard work procedures and SOPs to ensure efficient production.

Skills

SPC

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or High School Equivalency

Journeyman Certificate in Tool and Die (DOL) coursework

NTMA mechanical aptitude test (66%+)

Tools

Forklift training

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

Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market.

Education, Skills and Experience

• High school diploma or High School Equivalency
• Further training will be required on all job responsibilities not otherwise satisfied
• Forklift training and experience
• Statistical Process Control (SPC)
• Completed or complete in two (2) years the required schoolwork for a Department of Labor Journeyman Certificate in Tool and Die
• Complete and score 66% or higher on NTMA mechanical aptitude test

Work Environment

• The work environment is primarily manufacturing plant and is characterized by temperature extremes, loud noise and considerable tow motor traffic.
• The individual must be able to perform all essential functions as appropriate on the plant floor, in meetings, and with employees, management, customers and suppliers.
• Job responsibilities include heavy lifting (75 pounds) and working in confined spaces
• Personal precision and hand tools required
• Overtime as required. Normal work week will include weekends.

Other Considerations

• This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job‑related instructions and to perform any other job‑related duties requested by their supervisor.
• A review of this description has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and requirements are essential job functions.
• Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.
• Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.
• This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise.

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

Cosma International