Industrial Engineer

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At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry‑leading automotive technologies.

The Magna Exteriors portfolio includes liftgates, exterior trim, modular systems, front‑end modules, and lightweight structural components for automotive and commercial truck markets.

• Provide support and project‑based leadership to divisional management to facilitate improvement activities during plant underperformance, critical launches, and resource shortages.
• Utilize improvement methods such as process, inventory, value stream mapping, lean thinking, facility design, performance measurement, benchmarking, financial analysis, and cost justification.
• Conduct workshops with plant personnel, provide training, and manage change.
• Define and manage multiple concurrent operational improvement initiatives and follow up activities.
• Document and present logistics solutions to divisions and senior leadership.
• Support global divisions during implementation and continuous improvement projects.
• Schedule and perform annual assessments at all North American manufacturing plants and present results to senior plant management.
• Coach manufacturing plants in the development of improvement plans for Magna Factory Concept (MAFACT) and World Class Manufacturing implementations.
• Maintain MAFACT/World Class Manufacturing information and standards on the company intranet.
• Continuously improve skills, knowledge of leading practices, and awareness of industry trends.
• Represent the company professionally and with integrity and enthusiasm.
• Develop customer relationships that support our ability to be successful.
• Utilize effective communication with employees, managers, divisions, and customers.
• Adhere to applicable quality systems, the Employee Charter, health, safety, environmental rules, and the Magna Code of Conduct.

• Experience: Minimum 5 years of related professional experience in a manufacturing/distribution environment and success driving medium‑to‑large scale capital projects.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering, supply chain management, logistics, or related fields.
• Physical Demands: Normal sitting or standing, average mobility to move around an office environment, and ability to travel locally, domestically, and internationally for short‑term assignments.

• Knowledge of logistics KPIs, cost analysis, and labor standards.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent project management and leadership skills.
• Strategic thinker with Lean or Mafact perspective.
• Results‑oriented and able to work under pressure.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite, Visio, and AutoCAD.
• Strong problem‑solving ability and initiative.
• Frequent travel (>75%) within North America and occasional trips to Europe.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• 401(k) plan with employer matching.
• Profit sharing program.
• Internal development opportunities.
• Café and electric vehicle parking.

At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. We are an equal‑opportunity employer and hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, in accordance with job requirements, regardless of color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or gender identity.

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. AI is used solely to support our recruiters, and final hiring decisions are made by the hiring manager and the hiring team.

Regular / Permanent