Process Technician

Responsible for the set-up and changeover of assigned machines to meet the production schedule including tooling preparation for changeover and cleaning of old tooling. Participate in new program launches: tooling design review; prototype run activity; pre-launch or production trial run activity.

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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:

Transforming mobility. Making automotive technology that is smarter, cleaner, safer and lighter. That's what we're passionate about at Magna Powertrain, and we do it by creating world-class powertrain systems. We are a premier supplier for the global automotive industry with full capabilities in design, development, testing and manufacturing of complex powertrain systems. Our name stands for quality, environmental consciousness, and safety. Innovation is what drives us and we drive innovation. Dream big and create the future of mobility at Magna Powertrain.

Job Responsibilities:

Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the set-up and changeover of assigned machines to meet the production schedule including tooling preparation for changeover and cleaning of old tooling.
• Train and assist machine operators on changes and minor offset adjustments.
• Follow established work instructions for part being produced.
• Troubleshoot process and equipment inefficiencies and perform assigned preventative maintenance duties on equipment as required.
• Monitor first and last offs ensuring that quality of parts produced meet customer specifications.
• Report any non-conformances to Quality Assurance and shift supervisor.
• Ensure that all set-ups and repairs are done in a manner that will ensure the company's objectives are met with respect to minimizing downtime, scrap and tooling costs.
• Cleaning, inspecting, organizing and arranging servicing of tooling as required.
• Provide continuous improvement suggestions/ideas to enhance the set-up operation.
• Provide information for equipment downtime and equipment related cost reports in order to monitor cost reduction.
• Participate in new program launches: tooling design review; prototype run activity; pre-launch or production trial run activity.
• Ensure production equipment is in good/safe working condition.
• Work with setup team in other shifts to ensure a smooth transition and change over.
• Work as a team member and pass on skills, knowledge and/or understanding of MPT Sterling Heights to other employees.
• Provide feedback to production supervisor, machine operators and appropriate staff regarding concerns, problem areas or deficiencies to ensure corrective action is taken.
• Participate in team problem solving and preventive/corrective action as required.
• Comply with the applicable responsibilities related to effective quality management in accordance with MPT Sterling Heigh Quality Management System (QMS) IATF 16949.
• Support IATF 16949, ISO, MAFACT, Kaizen, TPM and any other initiatives & requirements.
• Work in compliance with the provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and its regulations.
• Follow MPT Sterling Heights Environmental, Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• Follow the guidelines and rules as set out by the Employee Handbook and MPT Sterling Heights policies and procedures.
• Ensure that machines are in a safe state, i.e. locked-out if applicable, during set-up.
• Ensure all workplace accidents, injuries and/or illnesses are reported immediately to the Production Supervisor.
• Ensure that all procedures pertaining to machine set-up are carried out according to established processes.
• When discrepancies are found, report such to the Production Supervisor immediately.
• Evacuate the building immediately once fire alarm sounds.
• Inform Production Supervisor of any repairs required to machines or other equipment.
• Support all plant ISO initiatives & requirements. Perform pre-use inspection of forklift before use.
• As part of pre-use inspection, ensure forklift is in good working condition.
• Perform other duties as required.
• Apply good housekeeping standards and maintain work environment in a clean and safe condition, adhering to applicable health and safety issues.
• Ensure knowledge obtained during training is applied. Ensure Production Supervisor is made aware of any uncertainty you may have regarding the operation of equipment, machine or device prior to beginning to work.