Manufacturing Engineer - Casting
Magna · Birmingham, AL
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Degree
- Required (or equivalent experience)
- Industry
- Automotive
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at Magna (automotive) in Birmingham, AL. 1.Develop process documentation that ensures the robust manufacture of high pressure die cast structural components finishing operations.
- They ask for
- degree required (or equivalent experience)
- Tools it names
- Lean, Root cause, Robotics, Automation, CNC, Machining
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About the role
responsibilities
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Essential functions of the positions
1.Develop process documentation that ensures the robust manufacture of high pressure die cast structural components finishing operations.
2. Ensure effective timeline management skills are used to ensure timely delivery which meets program milestones and monitor with regular reviews of timelines with process engineers.
3. Ensure Open Issues lists are used to ensure timely resolution to all concerns.
4. Ensure good communication of all customer driven changes to ensure cast parts are built to proper product revision levels.
5. Promote attention to detail ensuring that line is built in accordance to all aspects of the latest version of the Kamtek Equipment Build Standards.
6. Product knowledge and understanding of customer requirements.
7. Good working knowledge of all technologies used in the development and build of automated assembly lines.
8. Participate in quoting of new products ensuring the most suitable methods are being quoted which take into consideration volume and quality requirements.
9. Good organizational skills to ensure effective deployment of all available resources.
10. Presentation skills appropriate for both customer and supplier interface.
11. Conduct manpower efficiency studies, through time and motion studies, or standard data to ensure effective line balancing of both manpower and machine. 12. Support continuous improvement and lean manufacturing processes.
13. Perform other duties as required.
Essential functions of the positions
Develop process documentation that ensures the robust manufacture of high pressure die cast structural components finishing operations Ensure effective timeline management skills are used to ensure timely delivery which meets program milestones and monitor with regular reviews of timelines with process engineers Ensure Open Issues lists are used to ensure timely resolution to all concerns Ensure good communication of all customer driven changes to ensure cast parts are built to proper product revision levels Promote attention to detail ensuring that line is built in accordance to all aspects of the latest version of the Kamtek Equipment Build Standards Product knowledge and understanding of customer
requirements
Good working knowledge of all technologies used in the development and build of automated assembly lines Participate in quoting of new products ensuring the most suitable methods are being quoted which take into consideration volume and quality
requirements
Good organizational skills to ensure effective deployment of all available resources Presentation skills appropriate for both customer and supplier interface Conduct manpower efficiency studies, through time and motion studies, or standard data to ensure effective line balancing of both manpower and machine Support continuous improvement and lean manufacturing processes Perform other duties as required.
Work experience
WHAT TYPES? Manufacturing experience with CNC equipment preferable in a Die Cast environment.
HOW MUCH? Minimum of three years
WHAT ADDITIONAL SKILLS OR ABILITIES WOULD BE HELPFUL FOR THE JOB?
- ✓Good interpersonal skills
- ✓Strong organizational and Leadership skills
- ✓Ability to trouble shoot and find root cause effectively
- ✓Detail oriented
- ✓Excellent time management skills
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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
Group Summary
Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market.
Job
Physical demands
Some of the physical demands for this position include being able to lift up to a weight of 40 pounds and the ability to stand, sit, and walk for prolonged periods of time.
Equipment / tools used
Some of the equipment and tools used are a computer, telephone, copier/printer, fax machine, and an assortment of basic hand tools.
Knowledge
EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED required, Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering preferred, or equivalent
TECHNICAL TRAINING: CNC machining and programming (M&G Code, Macro, Siemen’s Controls), robots and automation (Fanuc), CAD and/or CAD viewer experience, must have a good working knowledge of robotics, pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical controls engineering and standard fabrication
OTHER: Computer skills; proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.