
Operations Manager
Magna · Highland Park, MI
- Level
- Manager
- Team
- Production
- Degree
- Preferred
- Industry
- Automotive
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A management production role at Magna (automotive) in Highland Park, MI.
- They ask for
- degree preferred
- Tools it names
- Lean, Six Sigma, APQP, IATF 16949, Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ)
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Production Engineer roles in the US: typical posted base $116k–$158k.
Median of the low and high ends of 241 live postings that list pay, out of 787 production engineer openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Michigan plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 20 other live production postings in Michigan.
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Similar roles usually ask 8+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Lean 67%
- ✓ Team leadership 52%
- ✓ Six Sigma 33%
- Automation 33%
- ✓ New product launch 33%
- Cost reduction 29%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for APQP, IATF 16949, Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
At a glance
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How to get in at this plant
Five moves over a week or two. The first one takes ten minutes.
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Pick 2–3 people on the Production team at Magna
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- 2
Send a short, curious note
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Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
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If the call went well, ask whether they’d pass your résumé to the hiring manager. Send your résumé link, apply that day, and let them know.
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Bring proof to the interview
One page of before-and-after numbers from projects you led: scrap, OEE, cycle time, cost. Plant managers hire on results.
This plant: Magna in Highland Park
6 other open roles at this site · 5 people we found in production roles at Magna.
- Industrial Engineer · Industrial
- Manufacturing Engineer-1 · Manufacturing
- Advanced Manufacturing Engineer · Manufacturing
- Process Engineering Manager · Process · Manager
- Engineer, Controls-2 · Controls
- Highland Park Quality Engineer · Quality
Full description from MagnaAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
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
We are seeking a results-driven and strategic Operations Manager to oversee daily operations and drive continuous improvement across the organization. The ideal candidate will lead teams, optimize processes, improve operational efficiency, and ensure company goals related to quality, safety, productivity, and customer satisfaction are achieved.
This role requires strong leadership, problem-solving abilities, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Your contributions?
- ◆Oversees the daily operations of the assigned business unit including but not limited to production activities, budget(s), and KOI deliverables.
- ◆Supervises Shift Superintendents and/or Production Supervisors assigned to the shift including but not limited to planning, assigning, directing and coordinating their day-to-day activities.
- ◆Monitors and strives to continuously improve production efficiency, first run capability and other key division performance indicators.
- ◆Ensures all critical launch activities within scope of responsibility are identified, measured and completed on time.
- ◆Participates in APQP and PDP events, and complete tasks as required.
- ◆Ensures MSD’s Quality System for TS 16949:2009 directives are in compliance.
- ◆Ensures Shift Superintendents and/or Production Supervisors are adhering to standardized work instructions, rotation schedules, and cross training is done as necessary.
Who we are looking for?
- ◆Bachelor’s Degree in mechanical engineering, engineering management, business management or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
- ◆Minimum of five years (5) years of production and/or engineering experience at a manager level in an automotive manufacturing environment.
- ◆Experience with continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma preferred.
- ◆Ability to analyze data and make informed operational decisions
requirements
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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.
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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
Magna is an innovative leader in the development and manufacturing of high quality complete seating systems. Our solution includes seating structures, mechanisms and hardware, as well as foam and trim products for global automotive, heavy truck and bus industries. Our capabilities include market and consumer research; full concept development; design and engineering capabilities; testing, validation and world-class manufacturing. Our award-winning seating solutions are developed from consumer research, finding the ease of operation to be comfortable, convenient and connected.
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Regular / Permanent Group
Magna Seating
