Layout Technician - B Shift

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What we offer:

Group Summary:

Summary:
Programs and operates the Coordinate Measurement Machine (CMM) and/or portable CMM and/or other measuring equipment to verify the quality of components, assemblies and tooling. Job includes doing necessary dimensional layouts via CMM or other means to ensure customer and Quality Assurance standards are being met and maintained.

Job Responsibilities: (This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties to be performed in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions or to perform other job duties requested by their manager)

1.    Provide dimensional layout services to ensure component and assembly conformance to engineering and quality standards.
2.    Calibrate hand tools, gauges and associated maintenance and records of maintenance.
3.    Perform capability studies as required.
4.    Responsible for maintaining applicable software related to measurement systems.
5.    Prepare dimensional reports and analyze them for correctness before sharing them with the user and initiate corrective actions as needed.
6.    Evaluate check fixtures to ensure they are adjusted and functioning properly and initiate corrective actions as needed.
7.    Develop gauging instructions and methods.
8.    Assist with sample submissions.
9.    Assist in maintaining gauge records. Ensure required accreditation and logo mark is correct on Metrology Gage certificates and maintaining GageQuest software. 
10.    Assist in problem solving, implementation of corrective and preventative actions and continuous improvement plans.
11.    Follows and supports Magna Structures LMV and Magna’s operating principles, including:
a.    Magna Employee Charter – Operating under its principles by treating all employees equally, fairly and with dignity and respect.
b.    Open Door Policy – Solves issues with two-way, open and friendly communication.
c.    5S – Maintains and promotes good housekeeping by following the philosophy “Everything has a place. Everything in its place”.
d.    Safety First - Obey the plant’s safety rules and procedures by always wearing PPE at all times and immediately addressing all safety concerns.  Promotes an environment where zero injuries are the expected standard.
e.    Company quality and environmental policies.
f.    Core values – Treat all employees equally, fairly, with dignity and respect, without favoritism in accordance with company values.
12.    Supports efforts to achieve department and plant goals on Employee Opinion Survey.
13.    Perform other duties as required.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
None

Qualifications: (These qualifications represent the minimum requirements of the position. Employees will be required to possess the ability and aptitude to perform the duties proficiently)

Education and/or Experience:
•    Associates Degree (AA) or equivalent from two-year college or university; or three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Very good understanding of computer programs.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
•    Proficient in PC DMIS software for CMM, measurement systems, and portable CMM.
•    Strong Experience in portable CMM and their associated software. 
•    Full knowledge of Geometrical Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) with ability to read blueprints and drawings.
•    Ability to do trigonometric functions, geometry and basic math.
•    Basic knowledge in maintenance of Coordinate Measuring Machines and other measurement equipment including the Keyence Scanner. 
•    Must possess a working knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC).
•    Knowledge of MSA (ex: Gage R&R, Bias, Linearity, etc.).
•    Effective and efficient with writing, listening and communication skills.
•    Self-Driven.
•    Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematics or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Physical Demands:
•    Must be able to perform physical activities, such as but not limited to, lifting equipment (up to 40 lbs. unassisted), bending, standing, climbing or walking. 

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.

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.