Manufacturing Group Leader - Production - Wentzville

GM • Wentzville, MO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

General Motors is seeking highly motivated and qualified individuals for current and potential future Group Leader opportunities in Production, Quality, or Global Supply Chain at its Wentzville manufacturing location. The role leads teams of employees or technical personnel to drive operational excellence across manufacturing processes. Responsibilities may include managing daily operations, developing and improving business processes, overseeing production activities, quality assurance, inspection, problem-solving, and GM Built-in-Quality initiatives. The Group Leader applies independent judgment within Global Manufacturing Systems, focusing on Safety, People, Quality, Responsiveness, Cost, and Environment (SPQRCE).

The position is onsite, and the selected candidate is expected to report to the specified location on a full-time basis. Relocation benefits are not available; relocation costs are the selected candidate’s responsibility. GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role.

Requirements

• At least one year of direct supervisory experience or at least five months as an internal GM per diem group leader.
• Experience managing and leading people and addressing performance concerns.
• Experience solving complex problems and working in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills, experience managing conflict, and decision-making ability.
• High analytical ability to solve complex problems.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word, typing, and email.
• Willingness to work mandatory overtime, including extended hours, weekends, and holidays, as dictated by business demands.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts.
• 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.
• Ability to frequently and repetitively bend, twist, kneel, crouch, and reach; lift or carry materials up to 15 pounds and periodically up to 40 pounds; and walk and 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, and perform quality inspections.
• Ability to promptly detect and respond to safety instructions, alarms, and signals.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, gloves, hats, ear plugs, and safety shoes.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Continuous Improvement Processes (CIP).
• Proficiency in Throughput Improvement Process (TIP).
• Advanced understanding of manufacturing and assembly processes.
• Experience supervising employees in a union environment.
• Supply Chain or Quality experience.
• Experience implementing Built-in-Quality initiatives.
• Red X and DFSS certification.
• Lean Manufacturing experience.
• Knowledge of timekeeping systems.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and respond promptly to the manufacturing daily plan, making operational adjustments as needed.
• Manage multiple tasks and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Manage change and navigate ambiguity.
• Drive accountability through people and processes, including addressing difficult conversations.
• Lead teams to support operational excellence across manufacturing processes.
• Manage daily operations and develop or improve business processes.
• Oversee production activities, quality assurance, inspection, problem-solving, and Built-in-Quality initiatives as applicable.

Benefits

• GM states that it supports employee well-being at work and at home and provides Total Rewards resources.
• Relocation benefits are not available for this role.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED