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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.
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.
Job Responsibilities:
Lead and oversee all production scheduling, customer contact scheduling, and raw material planning activities. Act as primary liaison between customer, production, shipping/receiving, and suppliers to ensure on-time delivery of quality product on a JIT (Just-In-Time) basis while meeting all customer-specific and inventory requirements.
Responsibilities
Supports Magna Operational Principles and Employee Charter criteria within context and position's scope of work supports EBM’s ISO 45001 Occupational Health and Safety Management System, ISO 14001 Environmental Management System, IATF System, as well as Magna Safety and Magna Environmental Program requirements
Supervise and coordinate daily activities of Production Schedulers, Customer Contact Schedulers, and Raw Materials Planners
Coordinate JIT product shipments against customer releases and purchase orders
Oversee customer communication including portals, special requests, and escalation of risks
Ensure alignment between production schedules, material availability, and customer demand
Manage raw material planning activities including coil steel, purchased components, and inbound deliveries
Monitor inventory levels and ensure targets are met through analysis of shortages/overages
Lead coordination of new program launches and program build-outs to ensure timely delivery
Monitor customer delivery/service performance and implement corrective actions as needed
Monitor supplier delivery performance and ensure material availability supports production requirements
Participate in and oversee physical inventories, cycle counts, and inventory accuracy initiatives
Attend and lead daily production and planning meetings
Support Receiving operations as needed for material flow and inventory management
Develop, train, and evaluate team members within planning and scheduling functions
Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to scheduling, inventory control, and material flow
Housekeeping and other activities as assigned
Qualifications
5+ years of experience in production scheduling, material planning, or inventory control in a manufacturing environment
Automotive industry experience preferred
Experience with JIT inventory flow and scheduling systems required
Prior leadership or supervisory experience preferred
Strong knowledge of material planning, supplier coordination, and production processes
Ability to work overtime as required
Skills
Strong computer skills (Microsoft Excel, Word, and ERP/MRP systems)
Ability to access and analyze data from computer systems and networks
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Good math and analytical skills
Ability to lead and develop a team
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
Education
High School Diploma or equivalent required
BA degree preferred
APICS (American Production and Inventory Control Society) certification preferred
APICS, MRP/MRP II (Material Release Point) experience
Benefits
Low-Cost Health Insurance
Low-Cost Dental Insurance + Vision Insurance
401(k) Matching
Employee Profit Sharing Plan
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Parental Leave
Nursing Room
Tuition Reimbursement and Online Career Development with Free Tuition
Referral Program - Up to $1,500 per Skill Trade Referral
Onsite cafeteria Serving Hot Breakfast and Lunch
Self-Checkout Snacks and Drinks Market
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Discount Program
Annual Employee and Family Events
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

We see a future where everyone can live and move without limitations. That’s why we are developing technologies, systems and concepts that make vehicles safer and cleaner, while serving our communities, the planet and, above all, people.
Forward. For all.
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