Job Description

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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:

Required Skills

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in quality auditing or quality control in a related industry.
• Strong knowledge of quality systems and industry standards.
• Experience supervising, leading, and training team members in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to analyze data and make informed decisions.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to research, recommend, and implement process improvements.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers, suppliers, and internal teams.
• Ability to work any shift schedule, including overtime and occasional travel as required.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in automotive manufacturing environments.
• University degree, college diploma, or completion of relevant career-related courses.
• Experience supervising quality technicians, inspectors, or auditors.
• Familiarity with IATF, ISO, TS, MAFACT, or similar quality management systems.
• Experience with calibration programs and measurement equipment management.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean Manufacturing, MPS, or 5S.
• Experience preparing and presenting reports to senior management or customers.
• Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.

Key Job Functions

• Maintain accurate quality records, reports, and documentation, including backup files and the GMK (Boundary Handbook).
• Respond to employee concerns related to product quality and support investigations when quality issues arise.
• Assist with root cause analysis for customer concerns and internal quality issues.
• Notify Supplier Quality of rejects or concerns related to purchased components.
• Compile quality performance history and prepare summaries for management review.
• Perform internal audits of complete seats and components for customer and internal reviews.
• Develop and implement quality control audit plans and identify testing parameters for products.
• Evaluate production stages and test the composition, appearance, and functionality of completed products.
• Ensure products comply with industry standards, customer specifications, and internal quality requirements.
• Document defects, containment actions, and recommendations for corrective and preventive improvements.
• Prepare and present quality audit reports and presentations to management and/or customers.
• Manage new design seat activities including appearance audits, staging, and minor rework coordination.
• Conduct weekly CCC audits for all product code types.
• Develop, update, and maintain KPIs and LOPs related to product audits, lab performance, customer returns, and inspector performance.
• Represent product audits, laboratory activities, customer returns, and inspector performance during internal and external audits (IATF, MAFACT, etc.).
• Coordinate equipment calibration activities including scheduling, supplier communication, equipment shipment, certificate review, and maintaining calibration records.
• Create purchase requisitions (PR) and purchase orders (PO) related to quality activities such as calibration services.
• Assign and manage technicians and auditors responsible for quality audits, inspections, and error-proofing activities while monitoring task completion.
• Plan, coordinate, and communicate daily tasks and priorities to department employees.
• Train new and current employees on quality standards, procedures, customer specifications, and industry requirements.
• Provide ongoing coaching and feedback to employees and participate in performance evaluations and counseling as required.
• Support progressive discipline procedures in coordination with Human Resources and department management.
• Ensure pre-shift meetings occur to review safety, production, and quality-related goals.
• Maintain a team-oriented environment and support collaboration across the department.
• Oversee containment processes including work instructions, charting, and reporting related to quality issues.
• Complete accurate daily and weekly quality reports and communicate quality status updates to the MSSC Quality Team.
• Attend weekly Quality Team meetings and other required training or department meetings.
• Demonstrate integrity, strong time management, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Support plant housekeeping, quality, and safety standards.
• Be available to work rotating shifts as required by business needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support business needs.

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 Seating