Maintenance Helper (First Shift)

About the Role

At Magna Powertrain, we are transforming mobility by developing industry-leading automotive technologies that are smarter, cleaner, safer, and lighter. As a premier supplier for the global automotive industry, we specialize in the design, development, testing, and manufacturing of complex powertrain systems. This role involves general maintenance to minimize production downtime and support the production process in a safe and timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain pressure washers, parts washers, and recovery systems.
• Perform total preventative maintenance on wash machines and heat treat equipment.
• Complete repair orders and maintain records of parts and supply usage.
• Conduct daily inspections of washers, conveyor systems, heat treat machines, and other assigned equipment.
• Follow all safety requirements when working with chemicals and maintain logs of work performed and test results.
• Perform weekly, monthly, and annual facility audits and preventative maintenance activities, documenting all actions per Magna requirements.
• Maintain 5S standards around washer lines, conveyors, and maintenance areas.
• Communicate effectively with team members regarding machine issues and understand root causes to inform the appropriate team (Maintenance, Quality).
• Participate in Environmental, Health, and Safety procedures and audits.
• Train new employees on machine operations as needed.
• Assist with setting up displays, banners, and other tasks as required.
• Perform housekeeping duties, including cleaning interior and exterior building areas, restrooms, locker rooms, cafeterias, and common spaces.
• Perform minor painting, carpentry, masonry, and maintenance tasks (e.g., replacing fixtures, switches, outlets, bulbs, ballasts, and minor appliances).
• Reconfigure, install, and maintain modular offices, space furniture, wall panels, lighting, and storage systems.
• Clean CNC coolant tanks and oversee bulk waste transfer processes.
• Stop processes that do not meet quality or safety requirements and notify supervisors immediately.
• Perform inventory of oils, coolers, and filters for washers.
• Address minor maintenance tasks, including plumbing, roofing, drainage, and electrical repairs.
• Remove snow and treat walkways during inclement weather.
• Perform trash pickup for buildings and grounds.
• Proactively maintain and improve overall safety as a service provider.
• Treat team members with dignity and respect in accordance with Magna’s Employee Charter and Common Values.
• Actively participate in MAFACT Teams, spill response teams, and annual training.
• Engage in continuous improvement activities, submit cost-saving suggestions, and participate in CIPs (Continuous Improvement Projects).
• Adhere to company policies and procedures, including IATF 16949, ISO 14001 (EMS), and the Employee Handbook.
• Follow MIOSHA and MPTSH safety regulations, including wearing required PPE and Lock Out Tag Out procedures.
• Report unsafe conditions immediately to management.
• Comply with ISO 14001 responsibilities related to environmental management.

Requirements

• Experience in an automotive stamping manufacturing environment with mechanical knowledge.
• Mechanically inclined with a working knowledge of production parts washer equipment preferred.
• Ability to work various shifts and overtime as required.
• Experience with spray painting, rolling paint, and working with industrial paints.
• Self-motivated with the ability to take initiative and focus on cost-effective solutions.
• Able to work with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrates creativity, initiative, and problem-solving skills.
• Results-oriented team player with a high energy level.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of safety procedures pertaining to the job is preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain man-lift and hi-lo permits.
• Ability to obtain Confined Space certification.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions in English, including safety rules and operating instructions.
• Ability to document forms as required by the position.
• Effective communication skills in English (both written and oral).
• Basic mathematical skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and computation of rates, ratios, and percentages.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Active listening and professional communication skills; collaborative when working with others.
• Understanding and ability to apply the 5 Why methodology.
• Ability to think process-oriented and apply the MPTSH standard structured problem-solving process.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

• Frequently required to reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, twist, and stretch.
• Stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Occasionally required to lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds and climb stairs.
• Regularly stand, walk, talk, and listen.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors at heights (up to 40 feet) and in confined spaces.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

• Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and risk of electrical shock.
• Occasionally exposed to high, precarious places and vibration.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

Benefits

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees by providing:

• Support and resources needed to succeed.
• Exciting and varied responsibilities with a wide range of development prospects.
• A career path as unique as you are, within a global team.