Product Engineer

Qualifications B.S. in Engineering or Technical Degree (or equivalent technical degree). Substantial manufacturing work experience considered in lieu of required education. Ability to read blueprints, understand and sketch 3D drawings. Good math, written, verbal, and computer skills. Basic understanding of SPC, control charting, and capability studies. Forklift operator’s license. Preferred: Three years at technician level position in manufacturing with closely related experience to the "Essential Functions". Preferred: One year continuous work experience. Preferred: Past job duties requiring problem solving, computer applications, and following technical instructions. Responsibilities Assists Program Engineers with troubleshooting part improvements for fit, function, and appearance. Provides program support when Program Engineer is not available due to travel/vacation, etc. Analyzes data and recommends actions based on capability reports. Represents Nascote engineering at tool shops and assembly plants upon request of engineer. Assists in the manufacture of prototype and pre‑production parts including AAR parts. Provides support for customer program tracking and change control, such as Ford G.P.I.R.S., W.E.R.S., and E.A.S.I. computer‑based systems, and GM’s PPPS system within GM Supply Power. Assists Program Engineers with Tool Pictures and data entry for customer databases. Assists with creation and maintenance of BOM. Assists with updating Program Status Reports. Initiates and maintains specific process flow diagrams. Reviews, interprets and summarizes statistical data as requested. Uses AIAG "Core Tools" as required. Assists in new product quotations. Writes, tracks, and dispositions V.I.D.’s. Communicates/Network with all processes/departments to relay pertinent pre‑production information. Assists in creating standards for the plant. Initiates shipping requests, completes customer‑required shipping documents, packages or coordinates packaging of sample parts, packaging and tooling. Maintains inventory of prototype purchased components and assemblies. Inspects purchased components for builds prior to saleable. Records results in receiving inspection folders. Assists QE in creating blue dot checklists and assists with blue dot inspection. Assists with verification of conformance of supplier packaging. Assists with writing deviations and ECN's. Maintains log of shipments. Ensures the Engineering department operates in the safest manner possible—conducts monthly safety audits. Maintains an acceptable attendance record and works overtime as required. Assists in troubleshooting manufacturing problems. Participates in improvement teams, 8D reports, and other formal problem‑solving and improvement activities. Takes a leadership role in many cases. Participates in department initiatives such as business plan development / execution, procedure development, QOS. Participates in department meetings. Completes documentation of activities as required. Submits cost reduction and innovation ideas. Maintains a clean and safe work area. Performs other tasks as assigned. Benefits Pay Range: $80,000 - $84,000 Customizable Insurance Plans starting at 30 days—Medical/Dental (Blue Cross Blue Shield). Three different plans. Dental (Delta Dental). Two different plans. Vision (VSP). Two different plans. 401(k) and matching at 6 months. Paid Parental Leave. FSA/HSA. Company Paid Life Insurance. Free Employee and Family Assistance Programs (EFAP). Paid Time Off. 13 Paid Holidays. On‑site fitness center and off‑site fitness reimbursement. Magna Family Scholarship. Tuition Reimbursement. Service Award Programs. Disaster Assistance Program. Profit Participation Program after 2 years. Equal Opportunity Employer At Magna, 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 color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Worker Type: Regular / Permanent. Group: Magna Exteriors. #J-18808-Ljbffr