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Magna E-Coat Process Tech - 2nd or 3rd Shift in Bowling Green, Kentucky
E-Coat Process Tech - 2nd or 3rd Shift
Job Number: 62690
Group: Cosma International
Division: Bowling Green Metalforming
Job Type: Permanent/Regular
Location:
Bowling Green, KENTUCKY, US, 42103
Work Style:
Job Number: 62690
Group: Cosma International
Division : Bowling Green Metalforming
Job Type: Permanent/Regular
Location: BOWLING GREEN
Work Style:
About us
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.
Group Summary
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.
About the Role
The E-Coat Process Technician is responsible for performing duties necessary to maintain and improve the integrity of the E-Coat process.
Your Responsibilities
Know and understand Bowling Green Metalforming Quality and Environmental policies.
Perform other duties as required.
Follows and supports and Magna’s operating principles, including:
Magna Employee Charter – Operating under its principles by treating all team members equally, fairly and with dignity and respect.
Abide by BGM policies and procedures as described in the most current version of the Team Member Handbook.
Open Door Policy – Solves issues with two-way, open and friendly communication.
5S – Maintains and promotes good housekeeping by following the philosophy “Everything has a place. Everything in its place”.
Safety First - Obey the plant’s safety rules and procedures by wearing PPE at all times and immediately addressing all safety concerns. Promotes an environment where zero injuries are the expected standard.
Promote MAFACT benchmarks to achieve World Class Manufacturing.
Core values – Treat all team members equally, fairly, with dignity and respect without favoritism in accordance with company values.
Attend and participate in Team, Department, Plant-wide and any other meetings as required.
Conduct all activities in a professional manner and positive attitude with an emphasis on personal responsibility.
Support all BGM and Customer Quality System initiatives.
Perform routine maintenance of operating systems as needed.
Run the e-coat system (loading racks & put in the correct program, operate conveyors, hoist, pretreatment & alarms.
Assist Maintenance with PM’s, when racks come off of the hoist while in process tanks, and when racks crash in the oven.
Manually drive hoist in and out of bay to load racks with bent post(s).
Operate waste oil system (change bag filters & clean as needed).
Pump trenches in Mechanical Room & Compressor Room on a daily basis.
Change cooling tower bag filter.
Load and unload trucks as needed.
Run waste water system and test every 4 hours / monitor waste water and recirculate when necessary.
Run panel for solvent rub and adhesion on a daily basis.
Perform E-Coat rework when necessary.
Clean and maintain all testing equipment used to test waste water.
Answer quality calls in regards to E-Coat.
Support the engineering team with E-Coat prototypes, packing parts for shipping and buy-offs.
Record production numbers on the U-Drive for an average thickness.
Quarterly Testing - Run corrosion panels for every program and complete an internal/external thickness test on each program.
Run phosphate panel on a monthly basis.
Perform an inventory count for chemicals, etc. on a monthly basis.
Analyze and interpret critical performance criteria.
Administer ISO 14001 policies.
Make recommendations for system improvements.
Support continuous improvement and lean manufacturing processes.
Who we are looking for
Education and/or Experience:
High School diploma or GED
Post-secondary education preferred, or related experience
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Forklift Certification
Climb ladders at a height of 20 feet or more, and handle a drum dolly and maneuver 55 gallon drums
Computer skills; proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel preferred
Operate standard office equipment preferred
Your preferred qualifications
Minimum of 1 year experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
Understanding of chemistry to perform EDP/Wastewater analysis
Ability to distinguish between color shades
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.
Site Benefits
2nd Shift premium: $1.00
3rd Shift premium: $0.75
Medical, Dental, Vision
401K - matching
Paid vacation
Paid holidays
Employee profit sharing
Employee appreciation events
On-site cafeterias
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.