Program Manager (Tooling)

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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:Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market.
Job Responsibilities:
Salary Range: $92,000 - $120,000
Hiring Range: $92,000 - $100,000
SPECIFICATIONS AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:
Tool & Die Certification (CofQ) or Mechanical Engineering Diploma/Degree required
3-5 year’s of related experience managing programs in a production/manufacturing environment required
Understanding of finance basics: RFQ, Quotation, Requisition, LOI, PO, Invoice Milestones, VAVE, Basic Financial reports, understand cost impacts at a business level.
Basic CATIA, SPINFIRE, SMIRT, UniGraphics, CAD – able to use and understand.
FMEA, APQP, PPAP, SPC, GD&T, knowledgeable in any other customer specific buy-off requirements.
FLD & Simulation Knowledge.
GD&T, CMM/white light dimensional report interpretation.
Customer Focus, Design Planning Procedures (QOS), or any other ISO 9001 or ISO 14001 training as prescribed through the QEMS (see matrixes).
Soft Skills – communication, organization, team work, punctuality, critical thinking, willing to learn.
Comfortable giving technical presentations or hosting meeting
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Carry out duties for Health & Safety, Lock Out, and Environment in accordance with the OHSA and Environmental Agreement
Host kick-off meetings, FEA, Process, Design with cross functional team using Webex or in person
Manages all aspects of program builds including cost, delivery, suppliers, customers, internal production and engineering changes
Obtain signed off by the customer, for Static / Dynamic issues prior to die shipments
Prepare Die Change Reports ( DCR’s ) according to the procedure and requirements
Preparation and/or update various reports including but not limited to Schedules / Time Line’s, FEMA, BOM, Buy Off, Feasibility, Program Status, part tolerance/process evaluations, etc.
Provide technical advice and assistance for the completion of quotation studies, hard tool/soft tool checks, etc.
Participate with the Re-Work Process
Management of all Data, storage of all data, naming of all data in the correct job folder
Creating Overlays & updating Parts History
DIRT forms, part shipments, packaging requirements
Interpreting/analyze SMIRT models, SMIRT BOMS
Generating and maintaining QEP, Customer Timelines, APQP Timing, Massiv cadence document and any other timing related documents
Obtain quotes and request purchase orders (PO’s) for any work required outside of Massiv Die-Form
Prepare all PAR Documents (Part Acceptance Review)
Maintain open issues matrix for each program, program milestone tracker, lessons learned
Blank Tracking, laser blank files
Host Die Design reviews, check die designs, release die designs for manufacturing, pre-manufacturing reviews, Soft tool
Participate in contract reviews, Quality Analysis Review (QAR ) Scope of Work Review (SOW) Homeline integration review
Sign off approved invoices in File Nexus
Participate, Lead or initiate Root Cause / 8D / Customer incidents reports processes
“Cradle to Grave” program support is expected including Home Line commissioning continuous and effective communication with Customer is expected, in an effort to ensure Press Time is scheduled efficiently to support Program Master Timeline.
Ensure a good relationships are kept with the customer at all times, and understand the customer requirements
Assist in successful launch and execution of multiple tooling programs simultaneously – timing, quality, cost
Manage the customers’ expectations through foresight and suggestions
Communicate with and manage suppliers outsourced work by Massiv Die Form
Ensuring that the delivery of all products is to the appropriate levels of quality, engineering level, on time and within budget, in accordance with the program master timeline.
Ensure that all program Milestones and Key Dates is communicated well in advance to all internal groups.
Ensure open and effective communications to Cross Functional Team members, own or other departments
Following the Dimensional Quality Execution Process
Closely involved with the FEA springback Studies
Ensure that information is correlated between actual tryout and upfront Engineering
Updates to the PM trackers and other KPIs
Understanding and participating in GD&T reviews for Stamping and Assembly
Knowledgeable for all die tryout activities
Supporting Purchasing, Machining CAD and Tooling teams to find resolutions to critical issues
Assisting the finance team in reporting monthly cost estimations per program until completion
Participating in Continuous Improvement initiatives (5S, Lean Manufacturing, TPMS, 4DX).
Assisting the Sales Team in quoting Engineering Changes, new programs initiatives, die construction sourcing
Represent Massiv Die Form and our Tooling Groups in a professional Manner at all times
Assist the homeline commissioning team, Launch team, Secondary tryout team members
Assisting in the quality Department and Fixture build process
Responsible to perform other reasonable duties as required or requested
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Day Shift with flexibility on hours based on customer requirements
Office and plant environment, including shop floor & press shop
Overtime may be required at times.
Interaction on shop floor with respective cross functional team members.
Local and/or international overnight travel may be required for extended periods of time
Flexibility to work outside regular business hours as required to attend meetings and communicate with customers, vendors, and suppliers across different time zones.Ed
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 DisclosureAs 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:
Cosma International
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