Electrician/PLC Programmer (Nights)

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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.

Group Summary:

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:

Immediate open position

QUALIFICATIONS

• Industrial Trade certification as Industrial Electrician and/or PLC certification
• Minimum 5 years hands on experience in a Manufacturing Environment
• PLC and programming experience
• Ability to Create, manipulate and follow robot programs for ABB, Fanuc, Panasonic for repair and modification purposes
• Mig, Stick and Tig welding
• Physically fit and able to lift up to 50 lbs.

DESIRABLE ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge and understanding of Hydraulic and pneumatic fundamentals and principals
• Certification in one or more robot programming courses (ABB, Fanuc, Panasonic)
• Experience with Labview is an asset
• Experience with troubleshooting robots
• Overhead crane license
• Forklift license
• Tier 1 automotive manufacturing experience

MAIN TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Wages: $38 - $40 per hour
• Installs power supply wiring and conduit for newly installed machines and equipment such as robots, conveyors programmable controllers, relay logic, etc.
• Connects power supply to machinery and equipment and connects interface wiring between machinery and equipment
• Diagnoses apparatus such as transformers, motors and light fixtures and replaces damaged or broken wiring and fixture
• Test malfunctioning machinery and discusses malfunction with management options available to correct problem
• Replaces faulty electrical components of machine such as relays, switches and motors and positions sensing devices
• Diagnoses and repairs or replaces faulty electronic components, such as printed circuit boards
• Plans layout of wiring and installs wiring, conduit and electrical apparatus in buildings
• Diagnoses and replaces faulty mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic components of machines and equipment
• Maintenance and troubleshooting experience with presses
• Works in a safe manner and is familiar with Mytox’s policies and procedures
• Must be able to work overtime when required and willing to help out when necessary as per customer demands
• Must be organized and clean up the area and equipment at the end of the shift
• Must be able to communicate issues/problems to supervisor or manager
• Willing to modify work hours and shifts on short notice as required
• Good English (both written and verbal) communication skills
• Basic Mathematical skills - ability to compute ratio and percent
• Knowledge of WHMIS/GHS
• Good organizational skills, ability to work well without supervision

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.

Worker Type:

Regular / Permanent

Group:

Magna Exteriors