Magna International · 6 hours ago
Validation Lab Technician
Grand Rapids, MI
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelMagna International is a leader in automotive technologies, providing an engaging environment for employees. The Validation Lab Technician role involves testing products to ensure they meet quality standards, analyzing data, and maintaining testing equipment while collaborating with various teams.
AutomotiveIndustrial EngineeringManufacturing
Responsibilities
Performs testing to determine that incoming, in-process, or finished products meet quality standards which often requires heavy lifting of 40 lbs. or more. Performs benchmarking of current and prototype products. Analyzes testing data and reports results
Troubleshoots and performs routine equipment maintenance to ensure all equipment is capable of producing accurate results. Replaces consumable parts, performs preventative maintenance, calibration, troubleshooting, and servicing as needed. Reviews calibration requirements and arranges for calibrations as required
Communicates with manufacturing, engineering, and customer unit personnel to develop test procedures. Prepares written test reports
May prepare quotes for future programs. May justify new equipment purchases
Performs other duties in support of business objectives. May provide work direction and/or supervision to other staff
Performs clerical work in the form of data entry, test template/work instruction writing and test report peer reviews
Ensure a safe and organized work environment is maintained at all times
Qualification
Required
Demonstrated ability to use computers and standard and/or specialized office equipment, and any lab equipment associated with job duties
Ability to perform duties involving quality control techniques such as sampling, checking, data collection and compilation
Demonstrated ability to plan, develop, and implement schedules for routine testing, etc
Must be able to work independently
Problem solving and prioritization skills in order to work under pressure and meet deadlines, handle changing priorities, and solve problems under limited work direction
Demonstrated excellent communication and interpersonal skills in order to work with internal and external contacts at various levels
Demonstrated ability to provide work direction to other staff
Must be physically able to perform job duties including heavy lifting of 40 lbs. or more
Preferred
High school diploma/certificate including one or more of the following: high school level algebra, chemistry, physics; or equivalent in order to perform job duties
Demonstrated good interpersonal and communication skills to articulate clearly, keep neat and accurate records, and deal with internal and external contacts at all levels
Must have a good mechanical aptitude
Previous experience in a test lab environment helpful
Benefits
Brand new Engineering facility with on-site fitness center and fresh market cafeteria
Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision plans
13 Paid Company Holidays
Competitive vacation plan
Retirement Savings Programs
Employee Equity and Profit Participation Program
Family and Employee Assistance Program (FEAP)
Education Assistance Program
Company sponsored wellness programs (flu shots, Weight Watchers, Gym membership reimbursement program, etc.)
Individual bonus programs
Company
Magna International
Magna International is a mobility tech company and auto supplier that engages in body exteriors, structures, power, vision, and seating.
Founded in 1957
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
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
Magna International Inc.
2025-11-21
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