Manufacturing Group Leader - Production - Lansing MI

Military Spouse Corporate Career Network • Lansing, MI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The General Motors Manufacturing Group is seeking qualified candidates for current and potential future Group Leader opportunities in Production, Quality, or Global Supply Chain (GSC). Group Leaders lead teams of employees or technical personnel and drive operational excellence across manufacturing processes. They manage daily operations, develop and improve business processes, and foster teamwork and collaboration. Depending on the assignment, they may oversee production activities, quality assurance, inspection, problem-solving, and GM Built-in-Quality initiatives. The role requires independent judgment within the Global Manufacturing Systems framework, with focus on Safety, People, Quality, Responsiveness, Cost, and Environment (SPQRCE). Candidates can develop skills while contributing to manufacturing processes supporting electric and autonomous vehicles.

This is an onsite role in Lansing, Michigan, with the selected candidate expected to report to the location full-time. The position is not eligible for relocation benefits. GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role.

Requirements

• 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.
• Demonstrated high analytical ability to solve complex problems.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word, typing, and email.
• Willingness to work weekends and rotating shifts.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• 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, reach, walk, and stand for prolonged periods; lift or carry up to 15 pounds frequently and up to 40 pounds periodically; and occasionally sit, climb ladders or 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 such as 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, adjusting operations 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 and drive operational excellence across manufacturing processes.
• Manage daily operations and develop and improve business processes.
• Foster teamwork and collaboration.
• Depending on assignment, oversee production activities, quality assurance, inspection, problem-solving, and GM Built-in-Quality initiatives.
• Apply independent judgment within Global Manufacturing Systems, focusing on Safety, People, Quality, Responsiveness, Cost, and Environment.

What This Job Offers

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