Handler, Material

Hilo/Standup Tugger Position

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. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

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.

Purpose: Provide shop floor with material/parts by driving a Hilo or Standup Tugger.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: THIS IS A HILO /STAND UP TUGGER POSITION. PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED.

• Organize and stock material supplies to meet production requirements and inventory control guidelines in a JIT environment.
• Ensure a safe working environment by observing safe work practices and by following all safety policies and procedures.
• Record all material movement within the ERP system to ensure 100%+ inventory accuracy.
• Deliver material to production lines.
• Organize and maintain general storage areas.
• Perform shift pre-inspections as outlined by OSHA on all material handling equipment.
• Bring empty dunnage to the receiving area or to the bailer.
• Ensure production areas are fully stocked prior to end of shift relief.
• Rotate all material to ensure 100% first-in, first-out (FIFO) per daily FIFO requirements.
• Support plant-wide material organization and housekeeping goals.
• Observe and report maintenance issues on forklift, including shift assessments.
• Maintain forklift certification, and attend update training, as needed.
• Remove cardboard.
• Adhere to all safety rules.
• Perform other duties, as required.
• Perform cycle counts, as required.
• 100% inspection of incoming material.
• Verify material against packing lists.
• Report discrepancies/damaged material immediately.
• Responsible for all shipping/receiving paperwork, including filling out books.
• Help with service as needed.
• Update receiving log for every shipment.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully; an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Tugger experience is mandatory.

Education/Special Knowledge:

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Must be forklift certified within (8) weeks

Experience:

• 2 years relevant work experience preferred
• Excellent organizational & time management skills
• Self-motivated and able to perform duties with minimal supervision
• Works well in a team environment
• Working knowledge of hand tools

Additional Knowledge/Training:

• Ergonomics
• Pedestrian Safety
• Employee Charter
• 18001 Awareness
• Interpersonal Communication
• Safety Signs
• Hazardous Communication
• Current ISO/TS16949
• Personal Protective Equipment
• Confined Space
• Bloodborne Pathogens
• Emergency Evacuation
• Lockout/Tagout
• Safety Signs
• Bailer Training
• Bond Cell Training
• Fork Lift Training
• MS Office
• General Computer Skills

Physical Demands:

• May be required to stand and/or walk in excess of 6-8 hours
• May be required to lift, push and/or pull 35 pounds
• Average mobility to move around an manufacturing environment

Department Expectations:

• Perform all Hi-Lo and Dock audit inspections in accordance to documented procedures at the start of each shift. Trailer Jacks are to be placed under each trailer. It is not the truck drivers' responsibility to ensure this happens. It is the material handlers and in place for everyone's safety.
• Perform 5s duties at the end of each shift and update the 5s boards.
• Validate all inbound material to pack slips. Show counts and math on the document to ensure 100% accuracy. Any document lacking this information will be returned to the dock person and not entered into inventory until it is proved to be accurate. Report any discrepancies immediately to supervisor. Do not move the material until supervisor signs off.
• Keep adequate levels of material at the line at all times. Do not over stock boxes or leave extra product on the floor (i.e. screws, dogbones, hood latches)
• All material is to be replenished at the end of each shift to ensure the next shift does not incur any downtime.
• Set up material for sorts as required. Put material back when sort is complete ensuring any and all partials are moved to the line immediately.
• Bailer area must be maintained daily by both shifts (floater position) to ensure that it never gets overwhelming. Keys must be removed from the bailer after each use.
• Any production material coming in via FEDEX is a dock function. It is to be checked in and put away.
• Any mixed skid needs to be broken down, counted, validated and consolidated.
• FIFO must be maintained when putting material away or consolidating product.
• Standing at the time clock waiting to punch out is against company policy. If there is time to stand wait there is time to 5s, stock the line, break-down boxes or something productive.
• When supporting production between shifts there is several other duties that can be performed. See someone in the materials department for assignment of tasks.
• Per the handbook, Cell phone use is prohibited.

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