Welding Engineering Coordinator

Job descriptions may display in multiple languages based on your language selection.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:POSITION SUMMARY:This position is responsible for ensuring Formet and Customer quality requirements are met by providing input in the development of weld processes and resolving welding concerns.Ensures that welding standards are followed;
includes leading the launch of new projects;
is responsible for compliance with COSMA standards and lessons learned.Seeks constant improvement of new technologies that allow better control of the process and ensures that each project meets customer requirements and timing.This position has been posted to fill an existing vacancy.POSITION SALARY:$88,438.97 - $91,031.40 CAD AnnuallyThis range reflects only the base salary and does not include other components of our total compensation package, such as the Continuous Improvement Program, GRRSP Matching, MBC Program, and other variable benefits.WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:Completion of Welding Technologist/Technician Course from a Community or recognized college consisting of two years or more OR an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.Must have minimum of two years in the Automotive Field as a Welding Engineering Coordinator or equivalent.Experience with Gas Metal Arc, Spot, Nut and Laser Welding.Practical experience with industrial robots.YOUR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Understanding of PPAP requirements.General understanding of process capability and analysis.DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:Perform all duties and promote themselves in a manner that reflects Formet Expectations and Formet’s Visions/Values through Magna’s Employee Charter.Follow and abide by all government, Legal, Magna and Formet rules and regulations.Creation and control of weld drawings by customer, project and processWeld PFMEA creation and controlParticipate in Tooling Design reviews and validateWelding Check list buy offs – Launch and Pre-LaunchCapability / Repeatability studiesTooling design updates – process changesNew technologies - studies, validation and implementationImplementation and conformance to COSMA standardsStandardization of the acquisition, installation and validation of welding equipment in new projectsRework procedure validation & Customer ApprovalsTraining - Develops and instructs internal training courses that involve the understanding and application of weld technologiesWeld monitoring Systems – prevention control implementation and trackingContribute to continuous improvement and cost reduction activities.Troubleshoot Weld Systems and Robotic Equipment to resolve welding related issues.Generating and upkeep of welding-related documentation, and audit as required.Maintain a sound understanding of customers’ product and engineering specifications.Use technical understanding of the welding processes and weld quality standards to ensure that weld quality is being upheld to customer requirements.Complete shift report for Team regarding issues encountered on shift for communication and direction for following shifts.Provide technical support to Manufacturing Services to help problem solve weld process issues.Support program launches in-house and off-site to ensure Formet’s Quality Standards are being met and in order to achieve optimal weld quality.Initiate and coordinate problem reports and containments.Establish, maintain and implement welding parameters to support production and Quality Assurance.Conducts weld inspection and analyze weld data, generate reports.Be an additional resource for Robotic weld touchups.Archiving and supporting Paxit system set up and training.Generate Weld PPAP packagesParticipate as a Team Member with effective communication and interpersonal skillsLead / Assist in problem investigation and root cause determination.Participate in Product, System and Process Audits, including CSRs, as required.Audit and approve Special Material Requests and reworked material when required.Attend and / or Champion customer and internal meetings as required.Take initiative to follow through on completion of tasks / projects, PCR’s and weld-related ideas.Cover for the other Weld Technicians if he/she is absent.Demonstrate a sense of urgency to achieve results.Perform all duties and promote themselves in a manner that reflects Formet Expectations and Formet’s Visions/Values through Magna’s Employee Charter.Follow and abide by all government, Legal, Magna and Formet rules and regulations.Perform other duties as designated.SALARY TEAM MEMBER BENEFITS:Weekly pay via direct deposit.Overtime (1.5x) after 44 hours worked.Vacation entitlement: 2 weeks of paid vacation (3 weeks after 3 years) + 4 company paid holidays + 2x ½ days = 15 days annually. Option to bank your overtime to earn up to an extra 5 days of paid time off (approved in the same manner as vacation time) (27 hours x 1.5 = 40 hours).Medical and dental benefits after 1 month of employment.Free on-site counselling.Magna will contribute an amount equal to 3% of regular earnings every week to your retirement savings (MBC program).Profit sharing paid in the second quarter of every year (EEPPP Program).Matched GRRSP.Company paid life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D).Optional group life insurance and critical illness insurance for self and spouse.Safety shoe, prescription safety glasses and custom molded earplug allowance.Company paid uniforms (if you choose to use).Company BBQ, holiday parties and company events.Corporate social responsibility initiatives - 6k for water walk, support local charities (Hospice of Elgin, Adopt a Family (12 in total), STEGH), Children’s Health Foundation and many more).Magna Service Award Program.Roger’s and Bell cellphone data plan available – as low as $50/month!Subsidized cafeteria with daily specials including hot vegetarian options – we are known for our amazing cafeteria! Free coffee, juice, and tea.Educational Assistance Program.Employee discounts: new vehicles, amusement parks, etc.Plant-wide continuous improvement program: 2025 bonus = $1930You get to work with a FANTASTIC Team! One Team, One Formet!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 / PermanentGroup:Cosma International#J-18808-Ljbffr