Warranty Analysis Lab Supervisor

• Lead end-to-end warranty return part analysis for transfer case assemblies and components including teardown inspection and documentation.
• Determine and document failure modes and potential root causes using structured problem-solving methods (e.g. 8D 5-Why Ishikawa).
• Supervise coach and prioritize daily work for 3-4 warranty technicians; ensure quality productivity and adherence to standard work.
• Coordinate closely with warranty engineers design engineers manufacturing supplier quality and test teams to align on analysis approach findings and next steps.
• Develop and deliver clear part return analysis reports (including photos measurements observations and conclusions) for engineering review and customer communication.
• Maintain traceability of parts and data: sample identification chain of custody test/measurement records and report revision control.
• Support containment corrective actions and verification activities by providing evidence hypotheses and follow-up analysis.
• Drive continuous improvement of lab methods fixtures measurement techniques and turnaround time; apply Lean/Six Sigma tools where appropriate.
• Ensure compliance with safety requirements 5S standards and proper handling/disposal of fluids chemicals and scrap.
• Maintain a clean organized and safe work environment and ensure team adherence to housekeeping and safety expectations.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical Manufacturing Materials or Electrical).
• 5+ years of relevant experience in warranty analysis failure analysis quality engineering product engineering or automotive driveline systems.
• Demonstrated experience supervising or leading technicians or lab/shop personnel (direct or indirect leadership) lab/shop personnel (direct or indirect leadership).
• Working knowledge of mechanical inspection methods (e.g. visual inspection dimensional measurement surface wear evaluation) and documentation best practices.
• Ability to write clear technical reports and present findings to engineers and customers.
• Proficiency with common office tools (e.g. Excel PowerPoint Word) and basic data analysis.
• Ability to write clear technical reports and present findings to engineers and customers.
• Proficiency with common office tools (e.g. Excel PowerPoint Word) and basic data analysis.
• Working knowledge of mechanical inspection methods (e.g. visual inspection dimensional measurement surface wear evaluation) and documentation best practices

• Practice and maintain integrity while following Magna's Charter and Constitution.
• Follow Magna's Code of Conduct and Ethics and related compliance policies.
• Supports and adheres to policies procedures and operational guidelines related to established quality management system (IATF 16949).
• Drive the development of new technologies to improve quality efficiency and reduce cost.
• Comply with safety policies and procedures to ensure duties of self are performed in a safe manner.
• Health & Safety responsibilities:
  • Understand applicable Environmental Health & Safety policies and procedures in the workplace.
  • Report unsafe conditions immediately.
  • Report injuries accidents illnesses near misses property damage immediately.
  • Follow safety rules.
  • Comply with requirements for the use or operation of machines or equipment.
  • Comply with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements.
• Create a positive work environment by demonstrating and sharing functional/technical knowledge.
• Develop and maintain a responsive and cooperative working relationship with internal and external customers.
• Treat everyone with dignity trust and respect.
• Complete additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Comply with Magna's information and data protection policies.

What We Do

We are a mobility company that innovates like a start-up and thinks like a technology company. This helps us anticipate change in one of the most complex industries in the world and respond quickly. We depend on a team of 171000 dynamic entrepreneurial-minded employees in an environment where great ideas flourish. Our presence spans 343 manufacturing operations and 88 product development engineering and sales centers in 29 countries. We understand that you need a career as unique as you are. Whether you want to advance your existing expertise or try something completely different we are committed to your growth.

Why Work With Us

At Magna our engineering team is advancing mobility for everyone and everything. Joining this team means being a part of the design development and manufacturing of the world’s most advanced mobility technology. Innovations that move families shape communities and improve lives. You can follow your passions and shape your own career path.

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