CNC Technician- Midnight Shift

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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:

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Must have completed an apprenticeship program for Machinist or equivalent experience
  • Machinist Certificate of Qualification considered an asset
  • Three (3) years experience working in a Machinist or Technician capacity performing CNC Programming and Set-up in a manufacturing environment (Automotive Industry preferably)
  • Excellent knowledge of CNC Programming and CNC machine controls i.e. tool offsets/changes, program changeovers
  • Excellent knowledge of hand tools and assembly processes
  • Excellent knowledge of measuring equipment, SPC, and safety legislation
  • Advanced knowledge of machining and proven experience in prototyping and blueprint reading
  • Must be able to effectively communicate in English both written and spoken
  • Must demonstrate creativity, initiative and problem solving skills
  • Must be available to work weekends as required
  • Must be flexible in respect to hours of work

Vacancy: Immediate, Open Position

Hourly Wage Range:

  • Unlicensed Rate - $35/hour to $40.12/hour
  • Licensed Rate -  $37/hour to $42.72/hour

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Develop CNC Programs both manually and by using software to ensure efficient, cost effective machining of parts.
  • Set-up, adjust and troubleshoots CNC machines to ensure that parts are produced according to MSM quality requirements
  • Participate in team problem solving and preventative/corrective action as required
  • Coordinate with Flow Forming, Maintenance, Tool & Die, Q.A. and Engineering personnel to work on sample parts and on continuous improvement projects as required.
  • Perform tooling preventative maintenance as required.
  • Exchange work knowledge and provides training for members of the CNC/Set-up department
  • Train and assist CNC operators in insert changes and minor offset adjustments
  • Ensure that all set-ups and repairs are done in a manner that will ensure the Company’s objectives with respect to minimizing downtime, scrap and tooling cost are met
  • Maintain high standards of housekeeping at all times
  • Ensure that all safety precautions and procedures are followed and work within the guidelines and rules of the plant
  • To produce parts to close tolerance, specifications and punctually to ensure high productivity and part quality
  • Report any non-conformance to the Production Manager
  • Report to your supervisor and team leader to determine priority and any other problems that would affect the smooth operation of the department
  • Recommend changes to continuously improve tooling and processes
  • Perform other assignments from time to time as Department Manager and/or his designees so direct
  • Observe standards for safe working conditions as outlined in the Occupational Health & Safety Act as well as rules and regulations outlined in the employee handbook

                                                                                                                                             

AI Disclosure:

As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may artificial intelligence (AI) tool 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 with our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.

If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talend Attraction team.

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 Powertrain
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