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Operations Manager

Magna International, Inc

Highland Park, Michigan

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automotive Manufacturing, Automotive Technology, Budgeting, Candidate Screening, Continuous Improvement, Customer Satisfaction, Customer/Client Research, Data Analysis, Develop and Maintain Customers, Engineering, Engineering Management, Heavy Equipment/Vehicles, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Lean Six Sigma, Manufacturing, Market Research, Mechanical Engineering, Multitasking, Operational Improvement, Operational Strategy, Operations, Operations Management, Organizational Development/Management, Performance Metrics, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Production Management, Safety/Work Safety, TS 16949, Team Lead/Manager, Technical/Engineering Design, Time Management, Validation Testing
LOCATION
Highland Park, Michigan
POSTED
2 days ago
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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:

Magna is an innovative leader in the development and manufacturing of high quality complete seating systems. Our solution includes seating structures, mechanisms and hardware, as well as foam and trim products for global automotive, heavy truck and bus industries. Our capabilities include market and consumer research; full concept development; design and engineering capabilities; testing, validation and world-class manufacturing. Our award-winning seating solutions are developed from consumer research, finding the ease of operation to be comfortable, convenient and connected.

Job Responsibilities:

We are seeking a results-driven and strategic Operations Manager to oversee daily operations and drive continuous improvement across the organization. The ideal candidate will lead teams, optimize processes, improve operational efficiency, and ensure company goals related to quality, safety, productivity, and customer satisfaction are achieved.

This role requires strong leadership, problem-solving abilities, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Your contributions?

  • Oversees the daily operations of the assigned business unit including but not limited to production activities, budget(s), and KOI deliverables.
  • Supervises Shift Superintendents and/or Production Supervisors assigned to the shift including but not limited to planning, assigning, directing and coordinating their day-to-day activities.
  • Monitors and strives to continuously improve production efficiency, first run capability and other key division performance indicators.
  • Ensures all critical launch activities within scope of responsibility are identified, measured and completed on time.
  • Participates in APQP and PDP events, and complete tasks as required.
  • Ensures MSD's Quality System for TS 16949:2009 directives are in compliance.
  • Ensures Shift Superintendents and/or Production Supervisors are adhering to standardized work instructions, rotation schedules, and cross training is done as necessary.

Who we are looking for?

  • Bachelor's Degree in mechanical engineering, engineering management, business management or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
  • Minimum of five years (5) years of production and/or engineering experience at a manager level in an automotive manufacturing environment.
  • Experience with continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma preferred.
  • Ability to analyze data and make informed operational decisions

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.

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About the Company

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Magna International, Inc

We are a leading global automotive supplier with 347 manufacturing facilities and 94 product development, engineering and sales centres in 27 countries. We have over 159,000 employees focused on delivering superior value to our customers through innovative processes and World Class Manufacturing.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Automotive and Parts Mfg
FOUNDED
1957
WEBSITE
http://www.magna.com/