Continuous Improvement Engineer

Job Number: 67184

Group: Magna Powertrain

Division: MPT Sterling Heights

Job Type: Permanent/Regular

Location: SHELBY TOWNSHIP

Work Style:

About us

We see a future where everyone can live and move without limitations. That's why we are developing technologies, systems and concepts that make vehicles safer and cleaner, while serving our communities, the planet and, above all, people.

Forward. For all.

Group Summary

Transforming mobility. Making automotive technology that is smarter, cleaner, safer and lighter.

That's what we're passionate about at Magna Powertrain, and we do it by creating world-class powertrain systems. We are a premier supplier for the global automotive industry with full capabilities in design, development, testing and manufacturing of complex powertrain systems. Our name stands for quality, environmental consciousness, and safety.

Innovation is what drives us and we drive innovation. Dream big and create the future of mobility at Magna Powertrain.

About the Role

• The Continuous Improvement Engineer supports the divisions' leadership in the achievement of financial and operational objectives, including MFS and Magna objectives. Leads a cross-functional team to implement Mafact and Continuous Improvement activities in the division, based on our Magna Factory Concept (MAFACT), conducts internal MAFACT Assessments and creates an improvement plan and Lead LEAN Capex Review for new projects and prepare it for approval by the Group lead. Facilitates Kaizen workshops and teaches lean principals to operators, team leaders, supervisors and support teams

Your Responsibilities

• Lead LEAN Capex Review for new projects and prepare it for approval by GM and the Group Lead. Facilitates the implementation of Mafact and develops work instructions, processes, policies to establish a sustainable overall system with MQS, IATF and customer specific requirements included.
  
  Coordinates systems development with all functions. Responsible for the training to ensure all impacted team members understand all systems and skills needed to implement Mafact at a world-class level

• MAFACT Assessor, create improvement plan including monthly implementation tracking for all MAFACT sections; present MAFACT status at monthly General Meeting: Score, Status CI Projects, Employee Suggestions.
  
  Participation at least at one cross-group assessment per year. Lead & Tracking of Significant Continuous Improvement (CI) Projects; Problem Solving Training including A3, PDCA, Identify/ support Top 3 Improvement Projects per Department of the division and 5Why Problem Solving Training division's employees in Problem Solving methodologies. Shop floor & Kaizen; Advanced process knowledge of core processes of the division; weekly Gemba Walk by following the complete material flow; conduct minimum one KAIZEN workshop per month. Small but continuous improvement steps - everybody, everywhere and every day.

• Problem solving "at the source", Managing by Facts and Figures, encourage measurable improvements. MAFACT Tools / Lean Implementation; Identify 7 types of waste in various processes within the plant (both manufacturing shop floor and offices). Create/ revisit Standardized Work documents for a high runner; identify and track significant improvement of performance related KPI via SW.
  
  SW rollout in the division. Initiate/ revisit TPM for a high runner, identify and track significant improvement via TPM. Rollout TPM.

• Promote and introduce 5S as a culture - set the basics for Std. Work, TPM, Material Management and LPA - Introduce/ support sense of responsibility to maintain systems in the division.
  
  Create VSM for the most important value stream in the division, create a VSM roadmap to cover all high-runners and consequently work on VSM Current-Future-PDCA; Introduce/ Support PULL principle in the division, identify and track significant improvements via VSM. Initiate "Train the Trainer" programs: provide training and coaching in the division for MAFACT & Lean principles. MAFACT Simulation Training: train all team-leaders at the division; create and follow training plan to train all shop floor personnel and process engineers

• Visualization & Transparency: Implement/ control MAFACT boards according to MAFACT Guideline.
  
  Setup MAFACT Improvement Board according to the MAFACT Assessment and results. Implement / support MQS 06 Daily Fast Response. Ensure KPI management at all departments.
  
  Prepare Lean Capex Review Checklist with cross functional team & approve for submission to Sub Group Leads. Manage multiple projects and deliverables while treating team members with dignity and respect and in accordance with the Magna Employee's Charter and Common Values, which includes a commitment to fair treatment and a safe and healthful workplace.

• Complies with the designated ISO / 14001 responsibilities related to effective environmental management in accordance with MPT's Environmental Management System (EMS). Ensure that company policies and procedures are adhered to including Safety, ISO14001 (EMS), and Employee Handbook. Follows MIOSHA and MPTSH safety regulations and policies, including wearing required P.P.E. (Personal Protective Equipment). Reports unsafe conditions.
  
  Performs Layered Process Audits (LPA's). Commitment to quality and a safe and healthful work environment for all employees. Drive stop and fix safety culture.

Who we are looking for

Your preferred qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Civil or Electrical Engineering.

• Training and certificates in Lean, KAIZEN, 5S, Six Sigma, and certified trainer is preferred

• Relevant Technical Skills/understanding of 5S, TPM (Total Productive Maintenance), Value Stream Mapping (VSM), Standardized Work, and problem-solving is required

• Experience in Project Management with leading cross functional matrix team.

• 5 or more years of experience in manufacturing is preferred.

• Language Skills:
  
  Ability to read and interpret documents such as flow charts, spreadsheets, business documents and procedure manuals.
  
  Ability to write routine correspondence and prepare reports and presentations. Ability to speak effectively and professionally to employees of the organization. Mathematical Skills:
  
  Ability to perform analysis using mathematical and statistic formulas. Reasoning Skills:
  
  Ability to deal with problems involving people or processes from various departments.
  
  Ability to use problem solving when presented with problems or duties that do not have immediate answers or results. Computer Skills: Must be proficient with Windows Office; Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Word, and Outlook.
  
  Communication Skills:
  
  Ability to use active listening and assertive communication when needed. Ability to give positive and constructive feedback effectively.
  
  Excellent written and oral communication skills. Excellent listening and interpersonal skills. Problem Solving Skills:
  
  Understands and can apply 5 Why mythology. Skillful in analysis of problems, research to identify root causes and find solutions, creativity to find robust and effective solutions to problems. Able to make decisions based on available information.

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.

Site Benefits

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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.

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