Mgr, Asst Quality

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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 responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.
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.
Job Responsibilities:
General Job Duties:

• Exhibit an objective, fair, and professional attitude in line with the MAGNA Employee's Charter to maintain a positive and productive workplace.
• Support and implement consistent management practices aligned with the Employee's Charter to ensure employee satisfaction and productivity.
• Demonstrate strong teamwork skills and positively contribute to team activities.
• Apply problem-solving skills in a continuous improvement environment.
• Identify and support training and development opportunities to maintain a skilled and motivated team.
• Promote and ensure adherence to company policies and business objectives.
• Help meet and uphold all customer quality standards and internal Decostar quality expectations.

Specific Job Duties:

• Assist in enforcing Decostar's health and safety policies and procedures to provide a safe and healthy workplace.
• Model and support the MAGNA Charter principles by identifying and addressing unsafe behaviors or conditions.
• Promptly address employee health and safety concerns and participate in incident investigations and reporting.
• Conduct or assist with required safety inspections and ensure team members are adequately trained in safety procedures.
• Support the Quality Manager in serving as the Customer Management Representative.
• Collaborate in managing the Quality Engineering team and assist with quality systems development across departments.
• Help lead or participate in cross-functional team meetings related to quality initiatives, issue resolution, and project updates.
• Assist in preparing and delivering presentations to management and customers as required.
• Follow the escalation policy and support production line stoppages when necessary to protect customer interests.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Quality Manager.
• Travel as needed-up to 30%.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing) or equivalent work experience in molding, painting, or assembly in an automotive or manufacturing setting.
• Certified Auditor preferred (VDA, IATF, etc.).

Skills and Experience:

• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in manufacturing, quality, or engineering environments.
• Solid understanding of Quality Systems and standards (ISO, IATF, VDA, OEM).
• Strong leadership and teamwork skills with the ability to support, coach, and communicate effectively at all levels.
• Experience with problem-solving methodologies such as 5 Whys, 8D, Six Sigma, or Shainin.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes such as assembly and machining.
• Proficient in data collection, analysis, and reporting.

Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:
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.
Worker Type:
Regular / Permanent
Group:
Magna Exteriors