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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.
The Mechatronics, Mirrors and Lighting group specializes in automotive technologies that are driving the future of mobility. Combining a deep systems knowledge to develop unique vehicle access experiences, intelligent visions systems and advanced automotive lighting technologies, MML's expertise light the path to innovation, safety and styling.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Supervisor must be accessible to the production floor 95% of the time and will be accountable for results in their assigned area of responsibility. Direct the team to produce quality products that meet the customer requirements, while sustaining a safe and organized work environment. Maintain a level of standardized work and ensure company policies are in place and followed. Serve as a facilitator to their team in areas of problem solving, issue resolution, continuous improvement, and training. Be prepared to perform tasks to support the team.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Achieve daily attainment requirements. Ensure that training matrices are maintained and updated Record downtime, scraps, and determine team efficiency. Ensure daily process documentation is filled out and within specification. Report nonconforming parameters to the Business Unit Manager. Understand and administer HR policies. Coach and counsel employees with performance concerns and/or commend excellent performance which includes safety, quality, standardized work, scrap, and 5S. Independently administer corrective actions through the written level. Manage all vacation and appointment time requests for direct reports. Document and deliver employee performance appraisals which must include the workers’ safety performance. Determine allocation of overtime, submit requests for OT approval. Assign employees to work cells/machines daily. Ensure new employees have been properly trained in their position which must include the safety standards. Ensure cross training for your area of responsibility and rotation of employees. Maintain 5S checklist and ensure 5S performance Perform LPA’s. Maintain auto-replenish table. Perform pre-shift meetings which must include safety talks. Be able to perform Customer Specific Recommendations. Perform regular workplace safety inspections. Correct unsafe acts or conditions which may include progressive discipline, notifying EHS, and placing work orders. Immediately notify EHS of any accidents or incidents. Complete an incident report with the employee at the time of the incident. Ensure the report is completed thoroughly by the employee in addition to completing the supervisor portion. Investigate the incident which may include taking pictures, interviewing witnesses, and taking written statements. Submit reports to EHS within 24 hours of incident. Required to help achieve the lost time incident rate and overall incident rate of the division. Understand your responsibility for health and safety in the workplace. Cooperate with OSHA inspectors. Wear the appropriate personal protective equipment. Follow all safety rules. Report unsafe conditions immediately. Report injuries, accidents, illnesses, near misses, property damage immediately. Will not remove or make ineffective any protective device such as a guard, light curtain, etc. Will not use or operate any machine or equipment that the employee is not trained to operate. Will not use or operate any machine or equipment in a manner that may endanger any employee including themselves. Understand your responsibility to the environmental programs, including ISO14001. Understand the importance of conformance with all environmental procedures of the environmental management system, including emergency response. Understand the EMS consequences, actual or potential, of their work activities and/or their behaviors from specified work instructions. Notifies Department Manager and Business Unit Manager on non-conforming issues Understand your responsibility for health and safety in the workplace. Provide an employee with written instructions of the measures and procedures required to protect the employee. Advise the employee of the existence of any potential or actual danger to the health or safety of the employee of which the supervisor is aware. Understand your responsibility for visitors and general public health and safety in the workplace. Cooperate with OSHA inspectors. Do not allow discrimination against employees who properly exercise their right under OSHA. Use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment to set a good example. Ensure that employees wear the appropriate protective devices. Know the safety rules at Magna Mirrors – South Carolina. Understands and follows existing Magna policies, procedures, work instructions and standards and makes recommendations for continuous improvements.
REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties, satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to aid in the performance of these essential functions.
Must have 5+ years of injection molding experience Must possess basic injection molding processing experience Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school, preferred 3-5 years supervisory experience in high volume production, is recommended Must have the ability and willingness to continue personal development activities/assignments. Must demonstrate mechanical aptitude by performing minor machine adjustment and setup. Capable of learning and performing all team jobs. Must have intermediate computer skills (MS Excel, Outlook, etc.). Must support safety policies and practices that apply to assigned areas. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to effectively interact with people. Demonstrate the ability to lead and develop others to achieve daily goals. Must be able to communicate effectively (written and verbal). Must be self-motivated and have the ability to interpret data for corrective actions. Must strive for continuous improvement of established process. Must be able to manage KOIs related to your area of responsibility. Demonstrate positive performance record and strong dependability with a proven attendance record. Demonstrate positive performance record. Individuals in Corrective Action steps may be ineligible. Successful completion of the Team Facilitator Promotion Training may be required after positions are filled.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. as needed. Must be able to stand, walk, bend, and sit for extended periods of time. Must maintain proper vision requirements. Must be able to maintain alertness to their surroundings. Must have a valid and current Driver’s License. Must have working knowledge of English
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.
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.
If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.
Regular / Permanent
Magna Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting
