Operational Technology Group Manager

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.
Group Summary:
Magna is an innovative leader in the development and manufacturing of high quality complete seating systems. Our solution includes seating structures, mechanisms and hardware, as well as foam and trim products for global automotive, heavy truck and bus industries. Our capabilities include market and consumer research; full concept development; design and engineering capabilities; testing, validation and world-class manufacturing. Our award-winning seating solutions are developed from consumer research, finding the ease of operation to be comfortable, convenient and connected.
Job Responsibilities:
Education

• Must have a University degree or College diploma in a related technical field.

Job Experience:

• Five to seven years work experience, in automotive, preferably manufacturing environment, or equivalent combination of both including a minimum of three years of supervisory responsibility.
• Excellent understanding of the organization's goals and objectives.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the organization's core business processes and operations, along with the strategic use of technology to grow a business.
• Demonstrated program management skills, including planning, and controlling processes.
• Ability to understand and communicate/present detailed and advanced business solutions.
• Ability to communicate up and down the management chain, providing the appropriate level of detail and focus on the right information.
• Excellent analytical, problem resolution and project management skills.
• Expert knowledge of industrial control hardware, software and network operations and capabilities.

Technical Skills:

• Must have experience working with shop floor / OT systems.
• Must be able to work in a fully computerized work environment and be committed to continuous improvement principles.
• Basic knowledge of Siemens PLC (S7, Tia Portal, etc.) as well as other common programming languages (Allen Bradley, etc.)
• Basic knowledge of Industry 4.0 infrastructure and data connectivity (MQTT, etc.)
• Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver results within defined timelines and budgets.
• Knowledge how to improve OT Security
• Knowledge of state-of-the-art OT equipment (bus systems, sensor technology, etc.)
• Knowledge of EU machinery directive and associated safety devices (hardware and software)

PC-Knowledge:

• Advanced knowledge in MS Office Tools
• Advanced knowledge in OT systems

Languages:

• English

Personal Skills:

• Able to exercise independent judgement and take action on it.
• Excellent analytical and creative problem-solving skills.
• Excellent listening, interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Logical and efficient, with keen attention to detail.
• Highly self-motivated and directed.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks while under pressure.
• Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
• Able to persuade / influence stakeholders to drive optimization and standards.
• Demonstrates strong leadership skills with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrates a high level of interpersonal skills to effectively communicate and present information to customers, suppliers, vendors, management, employees and corporate personnel.

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.
Worker Type:
Regular / Permanent
Group:
Magna Seating