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Jobs / Maintenance Technician in United States of America
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Magna International·Automotive·52 minutes ago
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Maintenance Helper (Second Shift)

Sterling Heights, United States of AmericaMid · 2-5 years

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About this role

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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:

Objective:

Responsible for general maintenance as directed.  Minimize production downtime by assisting and/or providing maintenance support to the production process and perform assigned tasks in a safe and timely manner.

Scope

All aspects and functions of the work related to Maintenance and Facilities.

Responsibilities, Duties and Authority: (These duties cover only the more significant responsibilities, they are not meant to be all inclusive.  Other duties may be given by the supervisor in addition to, or instead of, those listed here.)

  • Operates and maintains pressure washers.
  • Responsible for maintaining and cleaning of parts washers and recovery system.
  • Total preventative maintenance on wash machines/heat treat.
  • Complete repair orders and maintain parts and supply usage records in a timely manner.
  • Perform daily inspections of washers, conveyor systems, heat treat machines, and other equipment as assigned.
  • Following all training and safety requirements while working with chemicals.
  • Maintain logs of work performed and test results.
  • To conduct the required weekly, monthly and annual facility audit’s and preventative maintenance activities along with completing the required documents for these audits per Magna requirements.
  • Document preventative maintenance activities and maintenance items completed.
  • Responsible for maintaining 5S around all washer lines, conveyors and maintenance area.
  • Responsible to communicate with team members (Supervisor, Leader, Quality, Co-workers) on any issues with the machines.
  • Have an understanding of what the cause of the issue is and which team member to inform (Maintenance, Quality).
  • Participate in building operations relative to Environmental, Health and Safety procedures and audits.
  • Train new employees as needed on operation of machines.
  • Assist other teams with setting up displays, banners, etc. as needed.
  • Perform housekeeping and cleaning activities on building interior and exterior areas along with equipment.
  • Maintain all common areas such as restrooms, locker rooms, and cafeteria.
  • Clean rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, rest rooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, parking lots, and other work areas.
  • Performs minor painting, carpentry and masonry work to the interior and exterior areas of the facilities.
  • Reconfigures, installs, positions, and remounts modular offices and space furniture, wall panels, work surfaces, storage bins, lighting, file cabinets.
  • Clean CNC coolant tanks.
  • Authorized to stop the process if it does not meet quality and/or safety requirements and notify Supervisor/Quality immediately.
  • Perform inventory of oils, coolers, filters for washers.
  • Oversee bulk waste transfer and follow process as required.
  • Performs minor maintenance to include but not be limited to replacement or repair of fixtures, wall switches and outlets, incandescent and fluorescent bulbs and tubes, ballast, sockets, fuses, minor appliances, cords, etc. and using appropriate hand, power and specialty tools maintains roofing and drainage, plumbing, leaks, faucets, unclogging of drains, laying new lines, and similar.
  • Removes snow and addresses subsequent walkway treatments during inclement weather.
  • Performs trash pickup of buildings and grounds.
  • Take initiative to always maintain and improve upon or facilitate overall safety by being proactive as a service provider to the people.
  • Treats team members with dignity and respect and in accordance with the Magna Employee’s Charter and Common Values.
  • Active participation in MAFACT Teams and activities as required. 
  • Member of Spill Team, attend annual training.
  • Participates in continuous improvement activities, submits Cost saving improvement suggestions, CIP’s.
  • Ensure that company policies and procedures are adhered to including IATF16949, ISO14001 (EMS), and Employee Handbook.
  • Follows MIOSHA and MPTSH safety regulations and policies, including wearing required P.P.E. (Personal Protective Equipment) and Lock Out Tag Out.
  • Reports unsafe conditions immediately to Manager/Supervisor/Leader.
  • Complies with the designated ISO / 14001 responsibilities related to effective environmental management in accordance with MPT’s Environmental Management System (EMS).

Education and/or Experience:

Experience in an automotive stamping manufacturing environment with mechanical knowledge. Mechanically inclined. Working knowledge of production parts washer equipment preferred. Must be able to work various shifts and overtime as required. Must know how to spray paint, roll paint and work with industrial paints as needed. Must be self-motivated, be able to take initiative, and focus on cost effective solutions. Able to work with minimum supervision. Demonstrates creativity, initiative, and problem-solving skills. Results-oriented team player with high energy level. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Knowledge of all safety procedures pertaining to job preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Must be able to obtain man-lift and hi-lo permit. Must be able to obtain Confined Space certification.  Must possess valid driver’s license.

Additional Skills:

Language Skills:  Ability to read and comprehend instructions in English and correspondence such as safety rules and operating instructions.  Ability to document forms as required by position.  Able to communicate in English effectively (both written and oral).

Mathematical Skills:  Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.  Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent.

Computer Skills:  To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of basic computer skills.

Reasoning Skills:  Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Communication Skills: Ability to use active listening and communicate professionally.  Is collaborative when working with others. 

Problem Solving Skills:  Understands and can apply 5 Why mythology.  Ability to think process oriented and apply the MPTSH standard structured problem-solving process.

Physical Demands: (The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel or crouch, bend, twist and stretch and stand for prolonged periods of time.  The employee is occasionally required to lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds and climb stairs.  The employee must regularly stand and walk, talk, and listen.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus.  The employee must have the ability to work indoors and outdoors at heights (up to 40’) and in confined spaces.

Work Environment: (The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and risk of electrical shock. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

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
AutomotiveH1B sponsor likely
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