Automation Technician - Night Shift
Job Number: 65288
Group: Magna Exteriors
Division: AIM SYSTEMS
Job Type: Permanent/Regular
Location:
Warren, MICHIGAN, US, 48089
Work Style:
About us
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.
Group Summary
The Magna Exteriors portfolio of products includes access systems such as liftgates, exterior trim, modular systems, front-end modules including fascia, active aerodynamic systems and other lightweight structural components for automotive, commercial truck and other industrial markets.
Recognized globally as an innovator in all aspects of vehicle exteriors, Magna provides everything needed, from materials development and design through manufacturing and assembly, to help automakers create sleek, state-of-the-art vehicles across the world.
About the Role
Oversees all activities related to process controls, maintenance, manufacturing, installation, support, documentation, and testing activities of all equipment including, but not limited to, robotics, assembly, on-line fixtures, conveyor systems, etc.
Your Responsibilities
Work closely with Automation Engineers to ensure existing equipment is running in accordance to specifications. Including the troubleshooting, debugging, start-up and programming of all automated equipment and upgrades.
Technical expert for electrical circuits, program logic controls, robot programming, vision inspection and automation.
Coordinate the development in writing and maintaining effective maintenance specification and preventative maintenance programs on all equipment to ensure top performance of equipment.
Participate with automation team in the design of Automated: machines, equipment, systems, devices and fixtures to support assembly requirements.
Recommend equipment improvements and/or manufacturing methods.
Support and assist maintenance personnel with diagnosing software and electrical system problems.
Support Maintenance with the repairs of equipment in the event of a failure
Work closely with production, maintenance and engineering to establish optimized performance of all equipment.
Assist Automation Engineers in executing Engineering Change Requests (ECR) for appropriate equipment changes.
Must be extremely flexible for off shift availability and representation.
Must be able to work flexible work hours (i.e. on-call, work remotely, outside normal work hours).
Who we are looking for
- Associates Degree in Engineering or related field and 3 years' experience in manufacturing environment.
Your preferred qualifications
Minimum 3 years experience with automated equipment in a manufacturing environment
Experience PLC programming.
Experience in AutoCAD.
Solid understanding of principles used in multi-axis robotic systems, conveyor transport systems,
Strong "hands-on" capability in the installation and programming robotic and PLC controls systems in a manufacturing environment.
Demonstrated oral and written communication skills; customer focused
Understanding of manufacturing, assembly, sequencing and equipment principles
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.
Site Benefits
Medical. Dental & Vision Insurance
Life Insurance/Accidental Death & Dependent (Spouse & Child) Life Insurance
Paid Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability
401(k) Company Match
Profit Sharing Program
Paid Vacation
Don Walker Scholarship Program
Tuition Reimbursement
OEM Supplier Discounts
Magna Perks Discounts
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 to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.
