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Controls Technician (1st Shift)

Magna Powertrain of America Inc.
Sterling, MI Other
POSTED ON 10/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/14/2026
Die Stellenbeschreibungen können je nach deiner Sprachauswahl in mehreren Sprachen angezeigt werden. Was wir bieten: Bei Magna erwartet dich ein spannendes und dynamisches Arbeitsumfeld, in dem du dazu beitragen kannst, marktführende Automobiltechnologien zu entwickeln. Wir investieren in unser Personal und bieten ihm die Unterstützung und Ressourcen, die es benötigt, um erfolgreich zu sein. Als Mitglied unseres globalen Teams erwarten dich aufregende und vielfältige Aufgaben sowie ein breites Spektrum an Entwicklungsmöglichkeiten. Wir sind nämlich der Meinung, dass dein Karrierepfad genauso individuell sein sollte wie du selbst. Gruppenzusammenfassung: Wir bei Magna Powertrain möchten Mobilität transformieren und arbeiten mit großer Leidenschaft daran, Automobile intelligenter, sauberer, sicherer und leichter zu machen – und die Voraussetzung dafür schaffen wir durch erstklassige Antriebssysteme. Wir sind ein führender Zulieferer für die globale Automobilindustrie und verfügen über umfassende Kompetenz in den Bereichen Design, Entwicklung, Erprobung und Fertigung komplexer Antriebssysteme. Unser Name steht für Qualität, Umweltbewusstsein und Sicherheit. Innovationen treiben uns an, und wir treiben Innovationen an. Komm zu Magna Powertrain, um mit uns die Grenzen deiner Vorstellungskraft zu sprengen und die Zukunft der Mobilität zu gestalten. Verantwortlichkeiten: Objective: Responsible for developing and maintaining automated and electrical systems. Developing, trouble shoot and correcting problems and supervising all aspects of the plant electrical control systems, equipment, and machinery. Responsible for the installation and technical support of PLC-based hardware and software. The goal is to ensure that the plant is running smoothly and efficiently while also meeting quality and safety standards. Trouble shoot and maintain processes that help manufacturers increase productivity. Responsibilities, Duties and Authority: (These duties cover only the more significant responsibilities, they are not meant to be all inclusive. Other duties may be given by the supervisor in addition to, or instead of, those listed here.) Analyze and improve performance of existing automated systems Install/maintain and inspect control systems throughout the facility Troubleshoot non-functioning components including servos, sensors, and control components Ensure the calibration of all machines and maintenance after calibration Run diagnostic checks and monitor automatic systems Responsible to plan and execute new installations, upgrades and continuous improvements with internal and external resources to support our business goals and objectives. Reads, modifies, and troubleshoots PLC programs (Allen-Bradley and Siemens preferred) using laptop computer. Work with Manufacturing and/or Quality to solve customer Quality issues Analyze plant processes and help make improvements based on extensive knowledge of electronics, engineering, and mechanics. Develop proactively improvement suggestions to improve plant performance, equipment reliability and uptime Creates programs to minimize and limit down time Ensures that error proofing devices are programmed to be checked real time and processes are stopped when malfunctions are detected Improves equipment uptime and process reliability. Ensured that all sensors and process relevant parameters are checked real time to ensure process compliance and processes are stopped when malfunctions are detected. Writes programs in a manner that sufficient information is available to the operators so trouble shooting can be done by operators. Writes programs in a manner that the process capabilities are maximize and equipment wear and tear is kept to a minimum possible. Supporting implementation of Factory 4.0. Flexibility to adjust breaks and lunch times in order support production floor. Create, verify, and maintain electrical control schematics and program documentation. Create and maintain backup programs for all programs and software in both locations to prevent loss. Responsible to trouble shoot equipment and facility problems as they arise. Support in defining of Statement of Requirements, specifications and standards in respect to controls and programming portion for new and modified equipment. Assists in creation of and performs preventative and predictive maintenance activities as assigned. Repair of equipment as needed. Perform Preventive Maintenance tasks and is involved in TPM. Completed required Work orders to improve and repair equipment. Develop a Maintenance program for control systems, programs and perform maintenance. Performs and maintains backups. Provides leadership and direction to maintenance personal or operations teams with trouble shooting activities. Continually improve the PM program for control systems. Ensure that company policies and procedures are adhered to including IATF 16949, Mafact, ISO14001 (EMS), and Employee Handbook. Demonstrated ability to carry out projects from beginning to end in coordination with internal and external resources Able to work in teams as well as independently on work assignments. Follows MIOSHA, Magna and MPTSH safety regulations and policies, including wearing required P.P.E. (Personal Protective Equipment). Reports unsafe conditions to Supervisor/Leader. Education and/or Experience: High School Diploma or GED required. Must have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in the automotive manufacturing environment. Must have strong knowledge of PLC’s (Allen Bradley and Siemens) for troubleshooting. Knowledge of robotics (ABB and Fanuc). Must be able to interpret and design electrical schematics. Knowledge of AC and DC motors and variable speed controllers. Knowledge of pneumatic components and pick and place devices. Knowledge of pneumatic components and pick and place devices. Knowledge of electrical 110/120/220/480. Must be continuous improvement minded and must understand the “7 wastes” to write effective programs. Must have ability to multitask. Must be adaptable, striving to find creative solutions to problems as they arise. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Must be able to obtain Hilo, Crane, and/or Aerial lift. Additional Skills: Language Skills: Ability to read and comprehend instructions in English and correspondence such as safety rules and operating instructions. Ability to document forms as required by position. Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent. Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of AS400. Proficiency of Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Mechanical Skills: Must be comfortable with running and trouble-shooting machinery or has shown aptitude working on electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Reasoning Skills: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Problem Solving Skills: Is able to conduct individually or in team settings structured problem solving. Understands and can apply 5 Why mythology, Skillful in analysis of problems, research to identify root causes and find solutions, creativity to find robust and effective solutions to problems. Able to make decisions based on available information. Has sufficient technical knowledge to support effective problem solving. Communication Skills: Active listening, Assertive communication, has sufficient level of emotional intelligence. Physical Demands: (The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.) While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms and talk and listen. The employee must be in general good health to meet fast paced environment, and sometimes high stress situations. Must be able to function in very fast pace moving environment. The employee is occasionally required to; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment: (The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.) While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and risk of electrical shock. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. Bewusstsein. Einheit. Stärkung. Wir bei Magna sind davon überzeugt, dass eine vielfältige Belegschaft für unseren Erfolg entscheidend ist. Deshalb sind wir stolz darauf, ein Arbeitgeber der Chancengleichheit zu sein. Wir stellen auf der Grundlage von Erfahrung und Qualifikation sowie unter Berücksichtigung der jeweiligen beruflichen Anforderungen ein, unabhängig von insbesondere Hautfarbe, Abstammung, Religion, Geschlecht, Herkunft, sexueller Orientierung, Alter, Staatsbürgerschaft, Familienstand, Behinderung oder Geschlechtsidentität. Magna nimmt den Schutz deiner persönlichen Daten ernst. Wir raten dir davon ab, Bewerbungen per E-Mail zu senden, um die GDPR-Anforderungen und die des lokalen Datenschutzgesetzes zu erfüllen. Hinweis zur Verwendung von KI: Als Teil unseres Engagements für einen fairen, konsistenten und effizienten Recruiting-Prozess werden gegebenenfalls Tools mit künstlicher Intelligenz (KI) eingesetzt, um die erste Sichtung der Bewerbungen, die über unser Workday-System eingereicht werden, zu unterstützen. Diese Tools helfen dabei, Qualifikationen und Erfahrungen zu identifizieren, die zu den Anforderungen der Rolle passen. Bitte beachte, dass KI ausschließlich zur Unterstützung unserer Recruiter_innen genutzt wird. Die endgültigen Entscheidungen werden immer von der verantwortlichen Führungskraft und dem Hiring-Team getroffen. Wichtig: Es werden keine Bewerber_innendaten über diese KI-Tools extern geteilt. Alle Informationen bleiben sicher in unseren Systemen und werden gemäß unseren Datenschutz- und Datensicherheitsrichtlinien verarbeitet. Wenn du Fragen oder Bedenken zu diesem Prozess hast, wende dich gerne an unser Talent-Attraction-Team. Mitarbeiterkategorie: Unbefristet Magna-Gruppe: Magna Powertrain Wir haben eine Zukunft vor Augen, in der wir ohne Grenzen leben und uns frei bewegen können. Deshalb entwickeln wir Technologien, Systeme und Konzepte, die Fahrzeuge sicherer und sauberer machen – für unsere Gesellschaft, den Planeten und vor allem uns Menschen. Bei Magna trägst du zur Elektrifizierung der Mobilität bei und arbeitest an der Zukunft der autonomen Fahrassistenz und anderen bahnbrechenden Technologien. Lass uns gemeinsam die Zukunft der Mobilität gestalten. Erfahre mehr über uns: Nachhaltigkeit Innovation Interview-Tipps

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