Magna Engineered Glass: Tooling Supervisor

What we offer:

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.

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:

JOB SUMMARY:

The Tooling Supervisor at Magna Engineered Glass is responsible for daily tool room operation, including the preventive maintenance of injection mold and stamping tooling. Will be responsible for manufacturing feasibility of molded and stamped product including prototype and supports pre-series builds. Supports manufacturing in the resolution of issues and provides manufacturing with technical support as needed.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Work requires independent problem solving and decision making with general direction given on project objectives and broad guidance from corporate strategy and goals. Work is complex, difficult in character and requires strong technical and broad business knowledge in addition to project management skills. Functioning with full competency/mastery of work area, exercises considerable latitude in determining specific project objectives and approaches to assignments. Decisions may involve substantial risk to the organization with potential for long-lasting results.

• Plans and schedules preventive maintenance, tool repairs, and production floor support activities related to tooling issues.
• Oversees daily operations of Tooling personnel, including supervision, shift scheduling, timesheet management, and performance.
• Provides ongoing technical support to manufacturing teams for timely resolution of tooling-related production issues.
• Collaborates with Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, and Tooling Engineering to ensure tooling designs align with internal customer requirements.
• Offers both technical guidance and hands-on support in tooling maintenance and repair activities.
• Promotes cross-training among team members to enhance departmental flexibility and operational efficiency.
• Ensures all work is performed in full compliance with Magna and Magna Engineered Glass Division's Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies, as well as applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Immediately reports hazardous conditions or workplace injuries to the appropriate supervisor or HSE representative.
• Promotes a safety-focused culture, encouraging employee involvement in health, safety, environmental, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support departmental and organizational goals.
• Actively contribute to a positive and collaborative work environment, demonstrating flexibility to adapt to evolving business needs and priorities.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field, with a minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in tooling and machining. Full proficiency in the discipline is required. An equivalent combination of education/training may replace a formal degree.
• Strong knowledge of current tooling and machining practices, with relevant experience in automotive stampings or the demonstrated ability to transfer applicable skills from related industries.
• Broad understanding of manufacturing technologies, product applications, customer requirements, and program objectives.
• Proven leadership in managing complex projects, with a demonstrated ability to independently execute long-term assignments requiring innovation and strategic thinking. Capable of developing technical plans aligned with future business growth and operational needs.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and implement effective solutions to support production and tooling operations.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and motivate team members, aligning performance with departmental objectives and organizational goals.
• Proven track record of driving innovation and identifying new opportunities to support the organization's strategic growth and long-term success.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently.
• Knowledge of safety standards and protocols in manufacturing environments.
• English proficiency required, with strong verbal and written communication skills. Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Office Environment: 20%
• Plant Environment: 80%
• The employee must be able to tolerate standing for extended periods of time.
• It requires (Near/Far/Depth/Color) vision in order to be able to tolerate the eye strain associated with working on a computer throughout the workday.
• While working in the Plant environment, the employee will be exposed to machinery, moving equipment and material, moderate noise, airborne particles, fumes, and various levels of temperature created by the manufacturing process.
• This role operates primarily in a manufacturing facility.

KEY COMPETENCIES:

A competency is a specific behavior or attribute that enables someone to effectively perform tasks or fulfill responsibilities in a job role. Each competency represents a key area in which an individual must excel to succeed in a role, and Magna Engineered Glass often uses competencies as benchmarks for assessing employee performance, guiding professional development, and aligning workforce capabilities with organizational goals.

• Technical Expertise in Tooling and Machining: Demonstrates deep knowledge of tooling, machining practices, and manufacturing technologies, with the ability to apply this expertise in resolving complex production issues and supporting continuous improvement.
• Leadership and Team Development: Effectively leads and mentors team members, promoting cross-training, skill development, and accountability. Fosters a collaborative, high-performance culture aligned with departmental goals.
• Project and Operational Management: Skilled in planning, scheduling, and managing preventive maintenance, tooling repairs, and production support activities. Capable of leading long-term projects with strategic impact while ensuring daily operational excellence.
• Problem Solving and Innovation: Proactively identifies and resolves technical and process-related issues. Champions innovative solutions and continuous improvement initiatives to support future business growth and operational efficiency.

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 to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.

Worker Type:

Regular / Permanent

Group:

Magna Exteriors