Weld Specialist

Job Number: 65062
Group: Cosma International
Division: Magna Structures Heart Lake
Job Type: Permanent/Regular
Location: BRAMPTON
Work Style:

We see a future where everyone can live and move without limitations. That's why we are developing technologies, systems and concepts that make vehicles safer and cleaner, while serving our communities, the planet and, above all, people.

Forward. For all.

Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market.

This position is responsible for the integrity of the production welds through audits, training and technology.

• Monitor quality of welds; trained in all phases of weld troubleshooting
• Ability to troubleshoot welding robots
• Work with customers and launch teams to ensure successful product and welding development
• Conduct training for Heart Lake Team Members
• Review, analyze and archive weld destruct samples
• Develops weld drawings for new and existing programs
• Maintain production visual weld aides
• Participates in the development of Control Plan documentation and procedures
• Duties also include detailing to Supervisors necessary modifications to be made to existing equipment to maximize ease of operation and increased machine performance
• Know and understand process documentation and customer specific requirements as they relate to this job function
• Required to adhere to all Health and Safety programs in accordance with the O.H.S.A.
• Ensure that you work and operate equipment according to the company's safety rules and regulations
• Ensure completion of all program documentation
• Perform manufacturing feasibilities for new and existing programs
• Complete ECN's and feasibilities/impacts
• Design procedures for all applicable areas
• Evaluate and recommend equipment and technology for manufacturing
• Ensure that your department is clean, tidy, organized and a safe workplace at all times
• Perform other duties as required

• Weld Technician Diploma and minimum 3 years' experience with weld process design in an automotive environment
• Proven knowledge of Destructive and Non-Destructive Evaluation testing and equipment
• Preference given to candidates with experience in
  • TS 16949 procedures
  • APQP, PPAP, GD&T, Flow Diagrams, FMEA's, Control Plans
  • Tooling & Process Reviews
  • GMAW, Resistance and magnet arc welding.
• Ability to conduct root cause analysis using various problem solving techniques
• Ability to use basic measurement tools
• Prior experience with robotic welding
• Able to work in various locations within and outside the plant; includes willingness to travel for training/meetings.
• Able to communicate with all levels of plant personnel with ease
• Good mathematical, organizational and communication skills
• Computer proficiency
• Required to work overtime to meet customer needs
• Physically able to perform the essential duties of the position
• Good interpersonal skills and able to work effectively within team environment

• Weld Technician Diploma and minimum 3 years' experience with weld process design in an automotive environment
• Proven knowledge of Destructive and Non-Destructive Evaluation testing and equipment
• Preference given to candidates with experience in
  • TS 16949 procedures
  • APQP, PPAP, GD&T, Flow Diagrams, FMEA's, Control Plans
  • Tooling & Process Reviews
  • GMAW, Resistance and magnet arc welding.
• Prior experience with robotic welding

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.

What Heart Lake Offers:

• Weekly pay via direct deposit
• Company paid Medical and Dental Benefits and an option for enhanced flexible benefits
• Magna will contribute an amount equal to 3% of regular earnings every week to your retirement savings (MBC program)
• Profit sharing
• Matched GRRSP
• Company Paid Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Safety Shoe annual allowance, prescription Safety Glasses annual allowance, Custom Molded Earplug allowance
• Company paid uniforms (if you choose to use).
• Company BBQ, Holiday Parties and Company Events
• Corporate Social Responsibility Initiatives
• Annual Employee Opinion Survey
• Magna Service Award Program
• Magna Scholarship Program
• Group Rogers and Bell cellphone data plan available – as low as $40/month
• Subsidized cafeteria
• Educational Assistance Program
• Employee Discounts: new vehicles, amusement parks, etc.
• Location close to major highways
• You get to work with a FANTASTIC Team at a state-of-the-art Electric Vehicle Battery Enclosure Plant

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.