Apprentice, Weld Technician

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.

About the Role

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.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair problems on plant facilities and production equipment in regard to welding (GMAW, GMAB, Spot, DAS, GTAW).
• Assist in the implementation and improvements of effective preventative maintenance programs for all equipment, performing scheduled maintenance on facilities and production equipment as required.
• Maintain and update equipment records, schematics, blueprints and files in orderly fashion.
• Obtain and attend training for professional development and to stay current on maintenance and safety requirements and other training as required.
• Complete all work in accordance with MIOSHA standards.
• Complete correspondence, forms and reports using computer and required software.
• Maintain department reports, PSW’s and shift summary.
• Handle confidential information on a regular basis.
• Work in a safe, quality-minded and productive manner with a sense of urgency to achieve maintenance deadlines and to attain production priorities as scheduled.
• Carry out assigned workloads as directed by shift leader or designee.
• Communicate with managers, Weld Tech leader and other plant personnel about welding concerns, providing complete action plans and status reports as required.
• Work with all shifts in design and development of improving methods and equipment through continuous improvement and lean manufacturing principles.
• Adjust shifts as necessary.
• Comply with, support and model CBAM’s operational procedures/policies, Employee Handbook, and Magna’s Employee’s Charter, Corporate Constitution, and Operational Principles.
• Comply with relevant Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental programs (e.g., ISO 9001/IATF 16949, ISO 45001, ISO 14001).
• Comply with all Health and Safety programs in accordance with OSHA.
• Follow and ensure Company procedures regarding safety rules and regulations are followed.
• Maintain and replace company-provided equipment and tools.
• Keep work area clean and organized.
• Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Enrolled or plans to enroll within the next six months in a post-secondary skilled trades or apprenticeship program created by CBAM.
• Basic knowledge of welding and/or Fanuc Controls.
• Ability to use hand tools and power tools.
• Ability to perform minor weld technology tasks (minor weld adjustments and spot adjustments).
• Ability and licensed to operate a forklift.
• Complete lock out / tag out training.
• Ability to perform 5S and TPM activities.
• Knowledge of all equipment locations on the plant floor.
• Demonstrate the proper procedure on locking out equipment.
• Intermediate knowledge of welding and Fanuc controls.
• Basic electrical knowledge.
• Ability to replace receptacles, switches, sensors and cord sets.
• Basic understanding of machine start-up and shut down procedures.
• Able to use welding technology calibration tools (pressure check, Amp meter, etc).
• Basic Fanuc robotics knowledge and understands the capabilities.
• Ability to perform basic hands-on PM's i.e. weld gun inspections.
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Conduct themselves in a professional manner.