Materials and Packaging Coordinator

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated Packaging Coordinator to become a vital part of our dynamic team. In this role, you will ensure that our raw materials and finished goods are secure and meet the specifications of our customers while effectively minimizing costs and maximizing quality. You will lead innovative material flow process improvements and serve as our key technical expert in the development, implementation, and maintenance of efficient manufacturing processes. Your efforts will streamline material movement, enhancing overall operational efficiency. Collaboration is essential as you work with our cross-functional team to implement returnable container programs with suppliers and customers, ensuring compliance with packaging requirements to uphold our high standards internally and externally.
If you are looking for a position that allows you to apply your creativity, improve processes, and make a significant impact, we invite you to join us and contribute to our exciting journey in packaging!

Your Responsibilities

Packaging
• Manage and review new and returnable packaging programs.
• Ensure compliance with customer-supplied packaging specifications.
• Generate packaging specifications to meet customer and Techform requirements.
• Collaborate with suppliers to develop innovative packaging methods.
• Create packaging systems to reduce costs and improve density.
• Develop sketches, specifications, and samples for packaging design approval.
• Enhance rack design for better optimization and return shipment density.
• Prepare and interpret CAD designs and specifications based on part characteristics.
• Consult with Purchasing, Materials, and Production to assess costs and feasibility.
• Maintain packaging databases and instructions for customers and internal processes.
• Review packaging requirements to support ergonomic practices.
• Develop a supply base that incorporates returnable packaging.
• Generate capital projects and documented procedures for labeling and packaging.
• Develop, test, and approve packaging considering various operational factors.
• Resolve packaging quality issues with corrective actions.
• Track costs and documentation for packaging deviations and recover from appropriate sources.
• Collaborate with Finance on packaging costs for new business quotes and engineering changes.

Material Flow
• Document and maintain current and proposed process flows.
• Lead efforts to improve material flow and efficiency.
• Develop and implement new processes to support changing business demands.
• Facilitate the implementation of change processes and streamline practices.
• Assist in the inspection of mechanical installations and racking systems.
• Improve or automate existing processes for better cycle time and ergonomics.

General Responsibilities
• Comply with Business Management and Environmental Management Systems.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within Techform.
• Contribute to the attainment of Techform's operating system goals.
• Focus on internal and external customer satisfaction in all duties.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or designate.

Who we are looking for

• Timely Project Completion
• Strategic Execution
• Timely Project Completion
• Strategic Plan Execution
• Continuous Improvement Initiatives
• Cost Reduction Innovation
• Attention to Detail
• Effective Communication
• Mechanical Proficiency
• Results-Driven Focus
• Technical Proficiency
• Independent Thinker
• Self-Motivated

Your preferred qualifications

• Completion of related post-secondary education.
• Experience in manufacturing and packaging engineering an asset

Accommodations for disabilities in relation to the job selection process are available upon request.

Candidates will be required to complete a Criminal Records Check and, if deemed necessary, a Credit Check as part of the candidate selection process.

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

• A great work experience with a diverse and dedicated workforce
• A strong focus on safety and health and wellness (fitness membership discounts)
• Three (3) paid personal days
• Competitive extended health benefits
• Group RRSP matching program
• Profit Sharing Plan
• Team appreciation lunches and events
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Continuous Improvement and Development Culture

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.