Press Operator

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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:

Compensation: $25 per hour

Hiring Shift: Night

PRIMARY FUNCTION

• Ensures that material, tools and packaging are in place and ready for production

• Operate scheduled production equipment on a daily basis
• Operate production equipment and ensure that production targets are met
• Perform inspection of product produced by following internal and external established requirements a (using standard and advanced measuring equipment)
• Complete quality documentation as per internal and external requirements
• Perform TPM inspection and communicate open issues thru internal documentation
• Participate in continuous improvement
• Participate in the team environment and communicate issues with production support
• Train new operators on equipment
• Responsible for area housekeeping and upkeep of presses, process centers, confined spaces etc.
• Operates equipment according to training matrix
• Ensure that crane inspection checklist is being completed before usage and applicable certificates are current
• Complete changeovers as per of the team and setup bolsters with the next scheduled dies
• Perform minor adjustments without assistance

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum Grade 12 education

• Strong command of the English language (verbal and written) process -, tooling improvements
• Sound knowledge of statistical techniques to identify process improvements opportunities
• Ability to use basic and advanced measuring equipment
• Good documentation and organizational skills
• Strong command of the English language (verbal and written)
• Working knowledge of TS 16949, ISO 14001 systems and WHIMS
• Valid Forklift and Crane Operator license
• Confined space - / Lock-out / Tag-out and WHIMIS training
• SPC Level 1
• Advanced knowledge of presses including vibra machines and part washers
• Minimum of 1 year experience in a press environment

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITITES

• Basic equipment operation including start up and shut down of equipment within the process center (press, vibra deburr, part washer)
• Operating production equipment and produce parts to outlined requirements by using the tools provided (quality and quantity)
• Must be willing to upgrade skills through on the job training
• Perform die setup / press change over according to schedule
• Complete all production and quality documentation on time and as per requirement
• Ensure that the machine has a valid first off prior to start of operation
• Perform part inspection by using equipment outlined in the inspection and record results as per the outlined requirements
• Pack product according to the packaging instructions
• Follow standardized work instructions
• Produce parts to close tolerances, specifications, on time to ensure high productivity and part quality
• Follow ANDON system(Press the button for help on Shoplogix Whiteboard) to call Team leader/Supervisor, if Stop operation for any reason(i.e. Safety, Quality, tooling, maintenance, and leaving work cell for any reason)
• Ensure that process center is clean at all times, follow downtime GAP PLAN as per 5S standard
• Train new operators on equipment, tooling and product according to requirements
• Perform TPM inspection
• Perform machine setups and first off’s as schedule
• Complete and verify changeover checklist and ensure that all aspects are completed before running
• Able to maintain and adjust all press controls
• Ensure that error proofing devices are working and that abnormal conditions are being communicated to your Supervisor (double blank detection, press force monitoring)
• Communicate changes with fellow employees and Supervisors
• Actively participate in all areas of Continuous improvement
• Identify and update any preventative maintenance requirements using maintenance repair log
• Ensure that all safety devices are in place and operational
• Participate in the setup and problem solving in regards to new tooling

SAFETY

• Observes all legislative requirements including but not limited to Section 27 of the Occupational Health & Safety Act

  work in the manner and with the protective devices, measures and procedures required by the Act and the regulations

  use or wear the equipment, protective devices or clothing that Pullmatic Mfg. requires to be used or worn

  Advises workers of the existence of any potential or actual danger to the health or safety of the worker of which you are aware of

  Takes every precaution reasonable in the circumstances for the protection.

• Ensures that safe working procedure as per 5S are adhered to at all times
• Follows ISO 14001, 45001 and Health & Safety policies
• Assist in creating modified jobs when required (Physical Demands Analysis)
• Corrects unsafe acts and conditions on a timely basis
• Ensures the department is kept clean, orderly and safe at all times

GENERAL

• Comply with legislative requirements including but not limited to Section 28 of the Occupational Health & Safety Act

• Use or wear equipment, protective devices or clothing that Pullmatic Mfg. requires to be used or worn
• Report hazards to your supervisor/manager that you are aware of
• Will not operate anything or work in a manner that may cause danger

• Ensure TS16949 & ISO 14001 and ISO45001 compliance
• Awareness of all relevant Customer Requirements pertaining to your job function
• Treat your fellow workers as you would like to be treated
• Follow guidelines, systems & rules as set out by your employee handbook & company policies
• Keep your workplace clean & tidy at all times

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Must be able to lift tooling up to 20 kg to setup machines
• Work as a team with fellow team members and personnel of other departments
• Participate in team problem solving preventative / corrective action as required
• Exchanges work knowledge in a team environment
• Physical capable of performing duties in a press environment
• Any other duties that may be assigned

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