Technician, Maintenance

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Group Summary

The Magna Exteriors portfolio of products includes access systems such as liftgates, exterior trim, modular systems, front-end modules including fascia, active aerodynamic systems and other lightweight structural components for automotive, commercial truck and other industrial markets. Recognized globally as an innovator in all aspects of vehicle exteriors, Magna provides everything needed, from materials development and design through manufacturing and assembly, to help automakers create sleek, state-of-the-art vehicles across the world.

Job Responsibilities

General Job Duties

• To exhibit an objective, fair and professional attitude that exemplifies the principles outlined in The Magna Employee’s Charter to maintain a positive and productive workplace.
• To exhibit teamwork skills and actively participate in team activities in a positive working environment.
• To demonstrate problem solving skills in a work environment that is striving for continuous improvement.
• To follow Decostar policies and display conduct expected of Decostar employees as described in the employee handbook.
• To follow safety rules of Decostar and work in a manner that is conducive to maintaining a safe and healthful workplace.
• To meet and maintain all customer quality standards as well as the standards of Decostar.
• To perform daily cross-functional job assignments as required and per the department’s established procedures and work instructions.
• Understand and maintain your responsibility for health and safety in the workplace.
• Follow all safety guidelines and usage of all Personal Protective Equipment.
• Report any unsafe conditions immediately, including injuries, accidents, illnesses, and property damage.
• Cooperate with OSHA/State Osha inspectors.
• Make sure you are trained on any machinery or equipment that you are to use.
• Do no use, operate or make changes to any equipment or machinery that may endanger any persons, including yourself.

Specific Job Duties

• Support process and maintenance activities consistent with departmental expectations and goals.
• Identify, communicate and document any difficulties relating to the product, process and/or quality system as per Decostars IATF 16949 directives.
• Initiate, recommend or provide solutions to prevent the occurrence of any non-conformities relating to the product, process and/or quality system through designated channels.
• Verify implementation and effectiveness of recommended solutions.
• Participate in control plan updates as per IATF 16949 protocol.
• Develop, implement, verify and document parameter settings for all application equipment to maintain the specified quality standards detailed in the control plans of all products.
• Work with equipment suppliers to accurately collect application and performance data on new technology tested in the process.
• Complete all maintenance as directed in the total productive maintenance plan to ensure optimum performance of the equipment.
• Maintain organized daily logs of all maintenance activities, process parameter data and verification records.
• Actively participate in continuous improvement teams as assigned by the Maintenance manager.
• Must be able to work any shift, weekends and overtime.
• Train personnel as directed by the department leadership in the implementation of the specified preventative maintenance methods in accordance to the control plans established.
• Report all accidents, injuries, and near misses immediately.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the department leadership.

Educational Requirements

• Associate’s Degree in a related and technical field of study required. Six years work related experience may be substituted in lieu of degree.
• Work experience combined with current schooling towards degree will be considered.
• Must be GA State Licensed Non-Restricted Electrician.
• Must be computer literate on the Windows platform.

Skills and Experience

• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, ladder logic, control prints, wiring diagrams, mechanical drawings, assembly prints, equipment manuals, exploded views, and spare parts diagrams.
• Experience troubleshooting electrical and mechanical systems, including PLCs, VFDs, motor starters, servo drives, encoders, photoeyes, proximity sensors, limit switches, pumps, motors, gearboxes, conveyors, and automated manufacturing equipment.
• Knowledge of 480V/3-phase power distribution, control circuits, transformers, relays, contactors, overload protection, and industrial electrical safety systems.
• Experience with industrial robotics, robot controllers, teach pendants, I/O modules, safety interlocks, and automated production equipment.
• Preventive and predictive maintenance experience on pumps, motors, gearboxes, bearings, conveyors, fans, blowers, ovens, chillers, compressors, paint application equipment, and related manufacturing systems.
• Experience with mechanical drive systems including belts, chains, sprockets, pulleys, couplings, shafts, gear reducers, and precision alignment procedures.
• Ability to inspect, repair, rebuild, and replace pumps, valves, seals, bearings, cylinders, actuators, and other electrical and mechanical assemblies.
• Knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic, fluid handling, and process control systems, including troubleshooting pressure, flow, temperature, level, and air system issues.
• Experience with conveyor systems, including chain conveyors, belt conveyors, drive units, take-ups, rollers, bearings, and tracking/alignment adjustments.
• Ability to perform precision maintenance activities including shaft alignment, bearing installation, torque procedures, equipment leveling, and machine setup.
• Knowledge of electrical and mechanical preventive maintenance practices, including panel inspections, thermal imaging support, lubrication routes, vibration checks, filter changes, belt tension checks, and equipment condition monitoring.
• Familiarity with HMI operation, alarm troubleshooting, machine interface diagnostics, instrumentation, and industrial communication networks such as Ethernet/IP, DeviceNet, or similar systems.
• Ability to use electrical testing devices, hand tools, power tools, torque wrenches, pullers, hydraulic presses, lifting equipment, and rigging equipment safely and effectively.
• Welding, fabrication, cutting, grinding, drilling, tapping, and basic machining skills preferred.
• Ability to perform root cause analysis on electrical and mechanical failures and implement corrective actions to improve equipment reliability, uptime, and overall operational performance.
• Strong understanding of lockout/tagout procedures, stored energy control, machine guarding, arc flash awareness, NFPA 70E requirements, OSHA regulations, and safe maintenance practices.
• Strong understanding of electrical code compliance, safe installation practices, and maintenance standards for industrial equipment.

Physical Requirements

This position requires a person to have the ability to perform work while standing or walking a minimum of eight (8) hours a day, the ability to lift up to 20 pounds on a frequent basis and up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis, and the ability to perform work that is below the knees and above the shoulders on an occasional basis. Ability to climb stairs is necessary. Ability to wear a respirator is necessary. Good vision at a close distance is required. (See attached sheets for detailed physical description of this position.)

Training Requirements

You will receive training to perform your job on an on-going basis concurrent with Decostar business operations. Training areas will include safety, quality, continuous improvement and other job specific training that is determined to be an essential part of your job and Decostar business operations.

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 Disclosure As 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 / Permanent Group: Magna Exteriors

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