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Maintenance Controls Technician - 2nd and 3rd Shift

AT Magna International
Magna International

Maintenance Controls Technician - 2nd and 3rd Shift

Bowling Green, KY

Job Number: 69818
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.

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About the Role

Controls Technicians are responsible for assisting maintenance in keeping the line running through their knowledge of the logic and their ability to troubleshoot the logic.

Your Responsibilities

  1. Know and understand Bowling Green Metalforming Quality and Environmental policies.
  2. 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.
  3. Troubleshoot various manufacturing equipment.
  4. Support continuous improvement and lean manufacturing principles.
  5. Troubleshoot ControlLogix/GuardLogix programs.
  6. Make modifications to existing equipment as required.
  7. Ethernet/IP, DeviceNet and ControlNet troubleshooting.
  8. Maintain FactoryTalk View Studio HMI projects.
  9. Assist in the troubleshooting of robots in both programming and electrical.
  10. Perform other duties as required.


Who we are looking for

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Computer skills; proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel preferred
  • Operate standard office equipment preferred
  • General knowledge of industrial maintenance with an emphasis on electrical, mechanical or controls application
  • Must have good mathematical and communication
  • Ability to read and understand schematics
  • Ability to use testing and troubleshooting equipment
  • Must have a good understanding of rigging, cranes, etc.
  • Must have a general knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics
  • Must be able to pay good attention to detail
  • Must have a basic knowledge of drafting (blueprint reading, dimension drawings, etc.)
  • Basic knowledge of AUTOCAD

Your preferred qualifications

  • 2-year degree from a technical college or minimum of 5 years on-the-job training with heavy industrial manufacturing facility in skilled trade capacity preferred.
  • Minimum of 5 years maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
  • Minimum of 1 year experience in a manufacturing environment preferred

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
  • Health Insurance (includes telemedicine, FSA, HSA, and other benefits)
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) with match
  • Employee Profit Sharing Plan
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Holidays
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Referral Program - Up to $1,000 per hired referral
  • Onsite cafeteria and fully stocked breakrooms
  • Annual summer cookout
  • Annual Christmas Party
  • Onsite Nurses

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.

Client-provided location(s): Bowling Green, KY, USA
Job ID: Magna_International-585760517
Employment Type: Other