GSC Business Manager

General Motors•Wentzville, MO

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing salaried group leaders in the implementation and execution of established business processes within the Global Supply Chain organization. This role involves fostering an atmosphere of teamwork and cooperation. The work is technical in nature, requiring independent judgment within the framework of GMS, with a focus on Safety, People, Quality, Responsiveness, Cost, and Environment (SPQRCE). The manager must possess the ability to address complex problems and supervise a group of salaried employees and processes.

Requirements

5 years of experience working in an Automotive Assembly Plant
Ability to lead problem solving activities and leverage analytical abilities
Leadership/Management Experience (UAW, Salaried, Skilled Trades or similar)
Knowledge of continuous improvement processes (CIP)
MUST have the ability to rotate between all 3 shifts
MUST have the ability to work overtime as needed (weekends and holidays)

Nice To Haves

5+ years of experience working in an Automotive Assembly Plant (OEM)
Experience/knowledge of GM Global Manufacturing System (GMS)
Global Supply Chain experience
Experience in applying quality process to support BIQ
Bachelor’s Degree

Responsibilities

Coach, train, develop and evaluate employees
Provide assistance in analyzing and solving complex manufacturing problems
Assist in obtaining resources to effectively perform operations
Maintain awareness of quality standards, and communicates department quality goals, and utilizes resources to solve quality issues
Build and maintain good working relationships with employees, union and management
Understand and consistently administer the National and Local Agreements between General Motors and the United Auto Workers Union
Implement and follow systems that prevent reoccurrence of known issues
Promote safe work practices and achieve objectives for ergonomics, health and safety and housekeeping
Motivate, train and develop employees to effectively perform their jobs utilizing standardized methods
Achieve production schedules and product requirements by applying lean manufacturing/synchronous principles with emphasis on variation reduction, control costs, and achieve productivity improvements
Own material availability and flow from dock to line, preventing shortages and overstock through effective Min/Max, FIFO, COMMWIP, and buffer management
Lead and participate in safety walks, PIV committee activities, audits, and incident investigations, ensuring timely closure of corrective actions
Ensure appropriate floor coverage for GLs/Shift Leaders, including vacation/absence coverage planning
Use data and problem solving methods (root cause, 5 Why, PFMEA/MFMEA linkage, containment) to address chronic issues in safety, quality, delivery, or cost