Manufacturing Group Leader - Maintenance - Lockport

General Motors•Lockport, NY

3d•$67,900 - $104,100•Onsite

About The Position

The General Motors Manufacturing Group is seeking highly motivated and qualified individuals for current and potential future Group Leader opportunities. The Maintenance Group Leader leads skilled hourly workers in troubleshooting and repairing complex equipment and processes. The role requires applying and enforcing National and Local UAW Agreements and providing technical oversight and support for maintenance operations. The Group Leader exercises independent judgment within Global Manufacturing Systems, focusing on Safety, People, Quality, Responsiveness, Cost, and Environment (SPQRCE). This onsite role supports manufacturing processes as GM advances electric and autonomous vehicles.

Requirements

One year of direct team supervisory experience, or at least five months as an internal GM per diem group leader.
Experience reading and understanding electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic blueprints.
Experience solving complex problems and working in a fast-paced environment.
Strong interpersonal skills, including experience managing conflict and making decisions.
Experience managing and leading people and addressing performance concerns.
High analytical ability to solve complex problems.
Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word, typing, and email.
Must be willing to work weekends and rotating shifts.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to work in a loud manufacturing environment that may not be climate controlled and may be hot or cold.
Physical stamina and coordination to frequently bend, twist, kneel, crouch, and reach; lift or carry up to 15 pounds frequently and up to 40 pounds periodically; and walk or stand for prolonged periods.
Ability to occasionally sit, climb ladders and lifts, and drive vehicles and equipment.
Ability to read standardized work instructions, operate machines and tools, perform quality inspections, and promptly detect and respond to safety instructions, alarms, and signals.
Ability to wear personal protective equipment, such as safety glasses, gloves, hats, ear plugs, and safety shoes.

Nice To Haves

Strong critical thinking and analytical skills.
Experience working on multiple projects simultaneously.
Willingness to ask questions, take initiative, and be resourceful.
High level of integrity, ability to deal with ambiguity, and self-direction.
Experience supervising employees in a union environment.
Experience collaborating across multiple functions within a manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

Analyze and respond promptly to the manufacturing daily plan, adjusting operations as needed.
Manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.
Drive accountability through people and processes, including having difficult conversations when necessary.
Conduct appropriate checks and tests and communicate evaluations of results.
Proactively offer solutions to operational or technical issues.
Perform preventative maintenance and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
Maintain productivity and quality in line with organizational standards.
Implement divisional and corporate policies, safety practices, and good housekeeping practices.
Maintain frequent contact and collaborate with people outside the work group.
Supervise the efficient use of labor, inventory, and machinery.
Establish a course of action to complete jobs and projects.
Lead skilled hourly workers in troubleshooting and repairing complex equipment and processes.
Apply and enforce National and Local UAW Agreements and support maintenance operations within Global Manufacturing Systems.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts.
Retirement savings plan.
Sickness and accident benefits.
Life insurance.
Paid vacation and holidays.
Tuition assistance programs.
Employee assistance program.
GM vehicle discounts.
Incentive pay program with payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance.