Plant Superintendent, 3rd Shift at Magna International, Inc. in Warren, Michigan

Magna Exteriors Plant Superintendent

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.

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:

• Ensure production schedules and customer requirements are achieved.
• Monitor and improve safety, quality, productivity, and efficiency.
• Supervise and support production supervisors and team leaders.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with maintenance to maximize equipment uptime and reliability.
• Monitor labor utilization and staffing levels.
• Analyze production performance and implement corrective actions.
• Drive continuous improvement and waste reduction initiatives.
• Support employee development, training, and performance management.
• Assist with budget control and operational cost reduction efforts.
• Participate in audits, inspections, and customer visits.
• Ensure effective communication across all shifts and departments.
• Directly responsible for the supervision and daily activities of the production, material and technical team.
• Act as a representative of the company to establish and maintain mutually beneficial partnerships with all internal departments.
• Oversee the master schedules with the help of off shift material supervisor(s) and ensure comprehensive compliance with materials requirements for manufacturing.
• Assure on-time and accurate delivery of product to the customer.
• Responsible for maintaining all equipment and coordinating production activities with other departments.
• Manage and provide resources and support for continuous improvement activities as they relate to manufacturing processes, safety, product quality and all other functions.
• Provide problem solving leadership.
• Responsible for ensuring that all necessary departments are kept informed when circumstances warrant such action.
• Responsible for maintaining positive employee relations including fostering an open communications climate, effective resolution of employee concerns and consistent application of company policy.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and manufacturing experience may be considered.
• Experience managing production teams and meeting operational targets.

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of related experience in Production Management and Materials Management, preferably in an automotive manufacturing environment
• Minimum 5 years of supervisory/leadership experience required
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills, as well as strong organization skills
• Personal computer skills
• Understanding of manufacturing, assembly, sequencing and equipment principles

Special Knowledge and

Skills:

• Knowledge of manufacturing and production operations.
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Knowledge of safety rules and procedures.
• Understanding of quality standards and continuous improvement.
• Ability to manage production schedules and meet deadlines.
• Basic knowledge of maintenance and equipment operations.
• Computer skills, including Microsoft Office and ERP systems.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Experience coaching, training, and developing employees.

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.