Controls Technician

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Job Responsibilities:

• Salary Range: $35.67 - $43.27 per hour
• Experience with PLC programming with Allen Bradley/Rockwell software- RS Logix 5000/Studio 5000 of assembly welding lines
• Experience with Allen Bradley and Siemens HMI programming.
• Knowledge of resistance welding, electrical standards, and latest safety standards
• Basis knowledge of robot programming and communication with PLC.
• Observe standards set out by MDV
• Ensure that job is completed on time and functioning safely.
• Perform assigned tasks in a safe manner and know how to properly lock out all energy sources, including stored energy
• Know what types of Personal Protective Equipment are required for the jobs in your area and always use them properly
• Consult your Manager/supervisor if you are not 100% sure of how to perform tasks in a safe manner
• Ensure that your work area is kept clean, tidy and organized at all times to prevent accidents and produce quality products

Other Tasks:

• Continuously adhere to and apply the Magna Employee’s Charter, the Magna Corporate Constitution, and the Magna Operational Principles in all aspects of position and interaction with others.
• Effective use of MDV’s Escalation Process.
• Compliance to IATF customer requirements
• Attends all scheduled meetings and training.
• Understands and follows established rules, procedures and policies relating to position.
• Ensure a safe working environment by observing safe work practices and by following all safety policies and procedures.
• Other duties that may be assigned.

Core Competencies:

• Understands and shows commitment to the values of the Employee Charter
• Demonstrates clear and respectful communication skills in all situations
• Relentlessly pursues the elimination of waste and embodies continuous improvement mindset
• Strong attention to details, with the ability to meet deadlines with accuracy
• Ability to work as a team member and individually-Good interpersonal, problem solving and organization skills
• Ability to multi-task several projects at one time identifying and adjusting priorities to ensure work flow is conducted efficiently

Education & Job Qualifications:

• Obtain degree/diploma in Electrical or Electro-Mechanical Controls
• Minimum of two (2) years experience troubleshooting and programming programmable logic controller (PLCs), preferably in the Automotive environment (Industrial Automation and Robotic Material Handling & Welding)
• Capable of reading and editing electrical, mechanical, and layout drawings
• Experience with PLCs: Strong knowledge in programming & troubleshooting of Allen Bradley and/or Siemens PLC’ required; as well as a solid understanding of common hardware
• Experience with Robotics: Knowledge in programming and troubleshooting of Fanuc robots required
• Experience with Industrial Networking: Ethernet, DeviceNet, ControlNet
• Demonstrated knowledge of English, both oral and written
• Demonstrated attention to detail, organizational and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Working knowledge of safety standards of equipment
• Ability to work independently, without supervision
• Ability to work to deadlines and support multiple demands
• Ability to work in locations inside and outside of the MDV facility
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to uphold confidentiality
• Ability to work overtime to meet customer needs

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.