Automotive Glass Assembly Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Shape the future of vehicle windows with Magna Engineered Glass

Imagine starting your shift surrounded by cutting-edge equipment and a collaborative crew that counts on your skill. At Magna, we build the exteriors that help define modern vehicles—and our Engineered Glass division leads the way in molding, bonding, and assembling automotive windows used around the world. We invest in our people with resources, training, and growth paths designed to fit the individual, so your career can move in the direction that suits you best.

What a day looks like

You’ll join a cross-functional production team and rotate through hands-on tasks that combine manual work with automated machine operation. You’ll set up and monitor equipment, make on-the-fly adjustments, and keep multiple process variables in balance to fabricate complete vehicle windows and sub-assemblies. Throughout the shift, you’ll inspect parts for quality, document results, keep materials moving, and suggest improvements that make our line safer, faster, and more consistent.

What you’ll handle

• Operate semi-skilled production equipment and perform manual assembly to build automotive windows and related sub-assemblies.
• Continuously monitor processes; adjust machines and parameters to maintain quality, throughput, and safety standards.
• Apply in-depth process knowledge to manage several variables at once and resolve issues as they arise.
• Inspect components and finished goods, recording results and adhering to standard work and quality procedures.
• Support material flow; complete required paperwork and digital documentation that guides team operations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement activities focused on process stability and efficiency.

What you bring

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Prior manufacturing experience preferred.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills; able to prioritize and tackle several issues simultaneously.
• Clear communication and solid teamwork skills.
• Comfort operating to production and quality standards and using job-related equipment (e.g., fork truck, hand tools, production machinery).

Physical realities of the role

• Stand for long periods (typically at least 8 hours and up to 12 hours per day).
• Lift up to 35 pounds multiple times each hour.
• Perform repetitive motions including bending, twisting, turning, and lifting.
• Frequent, repetitive hand use: gripping, grasping, pinching, and squeezing.

You should be proficient in

• High School / GED
• Experience in a Manufacturing Environment

Why Magna

Expect an engaging, dynamic environment where you’ll have varied responsibilities, the tools to succeed, and broad development opportunities. Your path here can be as unique as you are.