Magna International · 1 day ago
Industrial Engineer
Troy, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expMagna International is a global leader in automotive technologies, providing innovative solutions for vehicle exteriors. The Industrial Engineer will support divisions in optimizing costs through Lean and Mafact principles, manage multiple projects, and improve process efficiency while ensuring alignment with operational excellence initiatives.
AutomotiveIndustrial EngineeringManufacturing
Responsibilities
Provide support and project—based leadership to divisional management teams to facilitate significant improvement activities during periods of plant underperformance, critical launches, special projects, resource shortages, etc. to ensure productivity, efficiency, quality and profit objectives are met
Utilize improvement and analysis methods, such as process, inventory and shipment data analysis, PFEP (plan for every part), time and motion studies, Value Stream Mapping, Lean Thinking, facility and work cell design, performance measurement, benchmarking, financial analysis, and cost justification
Conduct and facilitate workshops with plant personnel to understand current processes and challenges, to encourage input and jointly develop solution options, to provide training, and manage change
Define and manage thru follow up of activities multiple operational improvement initiatives concurrently
Share best practice documentation, tools and key learning inside/ outside Exteriors Group and across the Magna organization
Document and present logistics solutions to divisions and senior leadership for review and agreement
Support Global Divisions onsite during action driven implementation and with results oriented continuous improvement projects in existing facilities
Schedule and perform annual assessments at all North American manufacturing plants
Present assessment results along with recommendations for improvement to Senior Plant Management
Coach manufacturing plants in the development of improvement plans for Magna Factory Concept (MAFACT) / World Class Manufacturing implementations
Monitor progress of improvement plan implementation at each manufacturing plant
Identify benchmark systems at manufacturing plants and share throughout the Exteriors Group
Record and track improvements noted in internal MAFACT assessments performed by the plants
Visit and support plants requesting assistance to improve MAFACT / World Class Manufacturing performance / implementation
Develop, update and modify MAFACT / World Class Manufacturing training material as required
Participate with other Magna Groups on Magna-wide MAFACT / World Class Manufacturing implementation
Participate with other Magna Groups on annual MAFACT calibration audits and support Magna Corporate strategy development and deployment
Regular reviews of the MAFACT guidelines and standards in the plants, on the shop floor, with the plant lean experts
Maintain MAFACT / World Class Manufacturing information and standards on the company intranet
Continuously improve skills, knowledge of leading practices and awareness of industry trends
Represent our company professionally, and with a high level of integrity and enthusiasm
Develop customer relationships that support our ability to be successful
Effectively network and communicate within Group and Magna to utilize Operational Excellence resources within the company
Utilize effective communication with Employees, Managers, Divisions and Customers
Adhere to applicable quality systems
Adhere to and promote the Employee Charter and work within the rules, regulations and guidelines of the Magna Exteriors Employee Handbook
Perform all job functions in a safe and healthful manner, abiding by all health, safety and environmental rules and regulations, promoting safety in the workplace
Report all accidents/incidents and unsafe conditions/behavior
Conduct business in an ethical manner in compliance with the Magna Code of Conduct
Maintain work area in accordance with the principles of 5S and operate daily within these standards
Lead efforts and drive positive influence Divisions to incorporate new concepts into existing systems with particular emphasis on process repeatability, consistency, quality controls & automation and cost reduction
Participate in and support Continuous Improvement initiatives as identified and requested by Divisions
Take on any special projects as assigned by management
Perform other duties as required
Qualification
Required
Minimum 5 years of related professional experience in a manufacturing/distribution environment
Minimum 5 Years' Experience In Industrial Or Manufacturing Engineering
Demonstrated success in driving medium to large scale capital projects to improve material handling, inventory storage and retrieval, machine setup and utilization, product/service quality, safety, and information management
Minimum completion of bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or related fields, Supply Chain Management or Logistics
Normal amount of sitting or standing, average mobility to move around an office environment, able to conduct normal amount of work at a computer, may require local, domestic and international travel for short term assignments
Preferred
Knowledge of logistics KPIs, cost analysis and labor standards
Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with individuals at all levels within and outside of the company
Excellent project management skills
Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, mentor and build effective teams
Thinks conceptually and strategically from a Lean or Mafact perspective. Strategic thinker
Results-oriented and able to work under pressure
Proficient in computer skills in MS Office Suite, Visio and AUTOCAD but not preferred
Demonstrated ability to effectively solve problems
Strong degree of initiative and sense of judgement
Ability to travel frequently (>75%) within North America and some trips in Europe
Valid driver's license
Strong interpersonal skills
Well-developed organizational and time management skills
Benefits
Comprehensive Medical, dental, and vision plans
401 (k) plan with employer matching
Profit sharing program
Exciting internal development opportunities
Cafe
Parking for electric vehicles
Company
Magna International
Magna International is a mobility tech company and auto supplier that engages in body exteriors, structures, power, vision, and seating.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (2)
2024 (3)
2021 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.79B2025-05-14Post Ipo Debt· $1.04B
2024-05-27Post Ipo Debt· $330.18M
2024-03-05Post Ipo Debt· $400M
Leadership Team
Philip Fracassa
EVP & Chief Financial Officer
Jorg Meinrich
Purchasing Director
Recent News
2025-12-13
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