LMS Coordinator

GM•Arlington, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lean Material Strategies Coordinator is a plant-floor Global Supply Chain (GSC) position responsible for coordinating the planning, execution, and applicable training of Lean Material Strategies (LMS) methods with site stakeholders, including GSC Operations, Production, Facilities Maintenance, Safety, and IT. The role supports third-party supplier LMS initiatives when applicable and drives site compliance with lean material strategies to improve efficiency across automated and manual production and supply chain processes. The successful candidate is expected to work onsite in Arlington, Texas, on a full-time basis and must be able and willing to rotate through first, second, and third shifts. Overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required as needed. The role may be eligible for relocation benefits. General Motors does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this position.

Requirements

At least 3 years of Global Supply Chain (GSC) or material-handling experience.
Exposure to or direct management experience with kitting and sequencing work.
Exposure to or direct management experience with containerization improvement.
Knowledge of manufacturing material management processes and short-lead-time standards.
Advanced ability to work independently and remain self-directed.
Computer skills, including MGO, Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Ability and willingness to work or rotate through all three shifts (first, second, and third).
Ability and willingness to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Nice To Haves

Previous Lean Material Strategies experience.
Manufacturing product launch experience.
Experience with the Global Material Optimization system tool.
Knowledge of lean logistics systems and methods.
Industrial engineering experience or familiarity.
Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) tools or strategies.

Responsibilities

Lead and drive GSC LMS initiatives to closure.
Manage the Plant LMS Scorecard and monitor compliance with targets.
Manage the Plant Material Flow Diagram and monitor compliance with benchmarks.
Update and lead monthly joint LMS Wall Reviews.
Participate in quarterly Truck Sector LMS reviews for site execution and sharing when applicable.
Drive site LMS workshops to identify new efficiency opportunities.
Support GMS compliance with all principles.
Lead sitewide GSC WMS integration deployment.
Participate in GSC continuous improvement initiatives.
Work with site logistics teams to identify and drive LMS efficiencies.
Ensure LMS initiatives comply with safety standards.
Understand and adhere to National and Local Agreements between General Motors and the United Auto Workers Union.
Implement and follow systems to prevent recurrence of known issues related to LMS method initiatives.
Promote safe work practices and compliance with ergonomic and G-DHS standards.
Motivate, train, and develop employees to perform their jobs using newly standardized LMS methods.
Support and engage local third-party suppliers in executing plant LMS initiatives.
Ensure team members receive adequate job instruction training for LMS initiatives.
Support production schedules and product requirements using lean manufacturing principles, focusing on variation reduction, cost control, and productivity gains.
Teach, coach, counsel, and mentor GSC and Production Group Leaders on their responsibilities for active and upcoming LMS initiatives.