
Process Engineer
Magna · Nashville, IL
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Process
- Base pay
- $80k–$85k
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 2+ years
- Industry
- Automotive
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level process role at Magna (automotive) in Nashville, IL. 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.
- They ask for
- 2+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- Lean, Root cause, Assembly lines
- Base pay
- $80k–$85k
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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Your game plan for this job
Most people just hit Apply. Do these first and you show up with someone on the inside.
- 1
Find 2–3 people on the Process team at this site
Engineers who joined in the last year or two reply most.
- 2
Send a short, curious note
Ask about the work, not for a referral. We write it for you.
- 3
Have a 15-minute chat
Good questions for this role:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Is the work mostly new product launches or sustaining existing lines?
- How much time do you spend on the floor versus at a desk?
- How does off-shift and weekend coverage work?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
- 4
Apply, ideally with a referral
Ask if they'd refer you or introduce you to the hiring manager. Send your résumé link and tell them the day you apply.
- 5
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.
About the role
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
- ◆Develop manufacturing processes for new programs. (Specify assembly equipment, estimate labor requirements, ensure effective employee training, etc.) Prepare quote and other customer required submissions.
- ◆Investigate problems using the 8D or similar problem solving methodologies. Lead teams to effective solutions.
- ◆Establish production floor layouts that promote lean manufacturing concepts and effective usage of space.
- ◆Periodically re-evaluate assemble in sequence and other operations to achieve increases in throughput to result in cost reduction.
- ◆Represent Nascote at assembly plants for problem evaluation or during launches. Represent Nascote at vendor shops to verify equipment operation prior to delivery.
- ◆Prepare Engineering Change documents and follow up as the changes move through departments.
- ◆Assist production to resolve technical and manufacturing problems and challenges.
- ◆Coordinate department
responsibilities
for launches or new programs. Provide leadership and audit the process for manufacturing effectiveness and quality.
- ◆Responsible for the overall production output in assigned area by ensuring assigned employees are performing their assigned duties.
- ◆Maintains positive employee relations within department, including: follows up on employee concerns / suggestions; resolves conflict situations; interprets and administers employee related policies.
- ◆Conducts performance appraisals on direct reports in a timely manner.
- ◆Maintains attendance records and approves time sheets. Approves vacation schedules.
- ◆Utilize effective communication skills.
- ◆Work various shifts, overtime, and weekends when required.
- ◆Make safety a top priority in work behavior and assembly line design.
- ◆Past work in assembly operations in an engineering, technical, or supervisory capacity (required).
- ◆Minimum 2 years of assembly design and operation. Actual background in customer relations, employee training, and manufacturing operations. A demonstrated history of organizational skills. A background in manufacturing process layout, and inventory management (preferred).
- ◆Must be computer literate to the point where visual basic, access, excel, are easily used and explained.
- ◆Auto-Cad operation is highly desired.
- ◆Must have the ability to be well presented to the customer and maintain composure in highly stressful situations.
- ◆Must be able to provide statements of work and effectively communicate with vendors/suppliers/contractors.
- ◆Should be able to assume supervisory duties and be effective at performing tasks through others.
- ◆B.S. degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or another engineering discipline that provides the capability to perform the duties listed (required).
- ◆Experience in the Automotive Industry or another assembly related field (preferred).
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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
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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
The Magna Exteriors portfolio of products includes access systems such as liftgates, exterior trim, modular systems, front-end modules including fascia, active aerodynamic systems and other lightweight structural components for automotive, commercial truck and other industrial markets.
Recognized globally as an innovator in all aspects of vehicle exteriors, Magna provides everything needed, from materials development and design through manufacturing and assembly, to help automakers create sleek, state-of-the-art vehicles across the world.
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Benefits
- •Pay range: $80,000-$85,000
- •Customizable Insurance Plans starting at 30 days.
- •Medical/Dental - Blue Cross Blue Shield. Three different plans.
- •Dental - Delta Dental - Two different plans.
- •Vision - VSP - Two different plans.
- •401k and matching at 6 months.
- •Paid Parental Leave.
- •FSA/HSA.
- •Company Paid Life Insurance.
- •Free Employee and Family Assistance Programs (EFAP)
- •Paid Time Off.
- •13 Paid Holidays.
- •On-site fitness center and off-site fitness reimbursement.
- •Magna Family Scholarship.
- •Tuition Reimbursement.
- •Service Award Programs.
- •Disaster Assistance Program.
- •Profit Participation Program after 2 years.
