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Maintenance Supervisor

Magna · New Hudson, MI

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Level
Supervisor
Team
Reliability
Degree
Required (or equivalent experience)
Experience asked
5+ years
Industry
Automotive
Posted
2 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level reliability role at Magna (automotive) in New Hudson, MI.

They ask for
5+ years · degree required (or equivalent experience)
Tools it names
Root cause, PLC, Robotics, Machining, Capacity planning, Tooling

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How this role compares

Against 70 other live reliability postings in Michigan.

Base pay
Not listed in this posting

Typical $87k–$145k, from 10 postings that list pay.

Experience asked
Typical (5+ years)

Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • ✓ Team leadership 59%
  • ✓ PLC 42%
  • Welding 27%
  • ✓ EHS / safety 25%
  • ✓ Robotics 21%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

Stands out: this posting asks for Machining, Capacity planning, MES, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

It asks for 5+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone on the team first.

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This plant: Magna in New Hudson

2 other open roles at this site · 3 people we found on the reliability team.

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responsibilities

as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

Responsibilities

  • ◆Completion of college university degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field; or Certification of Qualification for Electrical/Millwright/Tool & Die; or equivalent work-related experience.
  • ◆Minimum 5 years of related work experience in automotive manufacturing operations with minimum 3 years of supervisory experience.
  • ◆Highly knowledgeable in Robotics (Fanuc), PLC (Allen Bradley) and electrical
  • ◆Highly knowledgeable in mechanical and machining.
  • ◆Proficiency in Microsoft Office and manufacturing operation systems (ERP, MES, Preventive Maintenance, etc.).
  • ◆Strong math skills with the ability to apply to costs and analyze data.
  • ◆Attention to detail and exceptional planning and organizational skills.
  • ◆Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment and with a variable workload (flexible hours).
  • ◆Must be able to interact effectively with other team members.
  • ◆Ability to maintain confidentiality and use discretion and tact.

Duties

  • ◆Coordinates preventative and predictive maintenance with maintenance technical group and production planning.
  • ◆Supports daily/weekly/monthly PM assignments, does follow-up and monitors PM schedule.
  • ◆Conducts daily communication meetings with maintenance personnel.
  • ◆Assists with repair, modification, and installation activities with other maintenance personnel.
  • ◆Participates in manpower

requirements

planning, overtime scheduling, and assists with capacity planning to meet future objectives.

  • ✓Directs and distributes the work for their area of responsibility.
  • ✓Complies with all Health and Safety programs in accordance with OSHA.
  • ✓Follows and ensures Company procedures regarding safety rules and regulations are followed.
  • ✓Maintain safety standards of equipment and work area and perform all duties in a safe manner in accordance with OSHA and the safety policies of Cosma Body Assembly Michigan.
  • ✓Regularly monitors scoreboards to observe where issues are occurring, and that maintenance offers assistance and support to production team members; Responds to Andon based on the escalation process, as required.
  • ✓Monitors and shares KPI results with employees to encourage continuous improvement results. KPI's are monitored through daily methods. KPI results are reviewed regularly using a variety of means; i.e, pre-shift and department meetings, postings and one on ones.
  • ✓Plans and directs the utilization and use of all equipment and manpower to achieve the most effective results. Manpower and equipment utilization are meeting or exceeding expected results/targets.
  • ✓Assists in the development of procedures and methods which improve Safety, Quality, Timing, Cost and Motivation.
  • ✓Assumes the role of the Maintenance/Facilities Manager in their absence.
  • ✓Manages Maintenance Reliability Program ensuring data is entered and maintained in the system. Uses data to determine proactive courses of action.
  • ✓Conducts themselves in a professional manner and treats all others with dignity and respect.
  • ✓Orders materials required for repair, modification, installation, and maintenance of equipment. Abides by CBAM’s Purchasing Policy
  • ✓Participates in quotations and follow-up related to new projects.
  • ✓Assigns competent trades and follows up with inter-department requests.
  • ✓Quality issues or concerns within their area of responsibility are dealt with by actively applying root cause analysis, in an effective manner.
  • ✓Participates in the design and/or redesign of new or used equipment.
  • ✓Follows the breakdown escalation process
  • ✓Participates in the development of CBAM’s goals and objectives to support the annual business plan.
  • ✓Supports preparation of the budget planning process and takes responsibility to meet the financial targets.
  • ✓Makes decisions in the scope of their

responsibilities

that are in the best interest of the department, CBAM, Cosma and Magna.

  • ◆Communicates and reports department progress/results on regular operations and on achieving CBAM’s goals.
  • ◆Directs and distributes the work for their area of responsibility.
  • ◆Ensures proper documentation of processes, equipment, systems, employee relation issues, investigations, etc.
  • ◆Conducts regular department meetings to communicate safety, quality, timing, cost and motivation information and to promote involvement in issues affecting employees or their work areas.
  • ◆Ensures confidentiality in all matters pertaining to both business and employee relations.
  • ◆Completes payroll activities for employees.
  • ◆Ensures employees are trained or certified, as required and participates in training programs as required.
  • ◆Observes, understands, teaches, coaches and mentors direct reports for enhancement of knowledge, skills and succession planning.
  • ◆Effectively builds and fosters high performing teams by ensuring teamwork within the department.
  • ◆Conducts and/or ensures that all non-conformances to Company policies, procedures, rules and regulations, and applies the appropriate corrective action.
  • ◆Ensures fairness to direct reports and encourages and participates in the Open-Door Resolution Process for employee relatio
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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.

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