Manufacturing Group Leader - Production - Lansing

GM•Lansing, MI

4d•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 Lansing, Michigan location. This posting supports pre-screening and interviews in anticipation of openings. The role is onsite and requires reporting to the location on a full-time basis. The Group Leader leads teams of employees or technical personnel to drive operational excellence across manufacturing processes. The role includes managing daily operations, developing and improving business processes, and fostering teamwork and collaboration. Depending on the assignment, responsibilities may include overseeing production activities, quality assurance, inspection, problem-solving, and GM Built-in-Quality initiatives. The role applies independent judgment within the Global Manufacturing Systems framework, with a focus on Safety, People, Quality, Responsiveness, Cost, and Environment (SPQRCE). Selected candidates may develop skills while contributing to manufacturing processes supporting electric and autonomous vehicles. The work takes place in a loud manufacturing environment that may not be climate controlled. The position requires physical stamina and coordination, including frequent repetitive movements and prolonged periods of standing and walking. The role requires weekend work and rotating shifts. Immigration-related sponsorship and relocation benefits are not provided.

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.
Strong analytical ability to solve complex problems.
Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word, typing, and email.
Willingness to work weekends and rotating shifts.
Must be at least 18 years old.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to work in a loud manufacturing environment that may be hot or cold and not climate controlled.
Ability to frequently and repetitively bend, twist, kneel, crouch, and reach.
Ability to lift or carry materials weighing up to 15 pounds and periodically up to 40 pounds.
Ability to walk and stand for prolonged periods, and 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, 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 in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.
Manage change and navigate ambiguity.
Drive accountability through people and processes, including addressing difficult situations.
Lead teams of employees or technical personnel to drive operational excellence.
Manage daily operations and develop and improve business processes.
Foster teamwork and collaboration.
Depending on the assignment, oversee production activities, quality assurance, inspection, problem-solving, and GM Built-in-Quality initiatives.