Job Information
Magna Powertrain Sr. Manufacturing Process Engineer in Sterling Heights, Michigan
Job Number: 58748 Group: Magna Powertrain Division: MPT Sterling Heights Job Type: Permanent/Regular Location: STERLING HEIGHTS
Group Introduction
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.
Objective and Scope
Leads process development, production start-up, production support and the implementation of engineering changes and process improvements. Ensures environmental aspects of production are considered.
- A technical leader that can solve tough technical problems via their expertise and pull people together for corrective actions
- Leads process development for new programs
- Continuous improvements for current production
- Researching new technologies and implementing them
- Working with Engineering manager to documenting and train manufacturing team on new rolled processes
Developing, mentoring and leading Process Engineers
Responsibilities, Duties and Authority
Establishing process flow, operations and documentation to make a part for new quotes.
Works with engineering manager to develop and improve engineering processes.
Work in a cross function team to complete PFMEA.
Establish specifications for new equipment and get quotes.
Roll out of equipment and processes with required documents to plant floor and train manufacturing team on operation of new equipment.
Establish Standardized work, Job Element Sheets and other needed documentation to support equipment / process rollout.
Main contact for planning/coordinating manufacturing projects.
Investigate and research continuous improvement and development projects. If project is approved, lead to complete the project.
Work with cross functional team to update and maintain plant layout drawings
Facilitates developing in process prints and production tools. This includes GD&T stack-up calculations, CAD updates for parts, fingers and new dies (process drawings, signoffs, checking prints)
Provide technical assistance to sales and customers to influence product design and provide viable cost proposals and manufacturing processes to meet respective customer needs.
Keeps management team abreast of significant issues or developments identified during engineering activities and actions being taken to improve the situation.
Maintains accurate files, records, studies and reports and shares the information appropriately. Furnishes input on developing engineering standards and specifications.
Benchmarking this would include benchmarking processes and parts at sister plants, Suppliers, Customers and competitors.
Assist the organization in implementation of MAFACT, including lean, standardized work and continuous improvement activities.
Ensure that company policies and procedures are adhered to including IATF 16949, ISO14001 (EMS), and Employee Handbook.
Perform all work in a safe and healthful manner as outline in MIOSHA regulations and MPTSH safety and policies including proper use of Lockout/Tagout procedures and com