Manufacturing Group Leader - Production - Parma

General Motors•Parma, OH

4d•Onsite

About The Position

General Motors is seeking highly motivated and qualified individuals for current and potential future opportunities as a Group Leader in Production, Quality, or Global Supply Chain (GSC). 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, and fostering teamwork and collaboration. Depending on the assignment, the Group Leader may oversee production activities, quality assurance, inspection, problem-solving, and GM Built-in-Quality initiatives. The role requires independent judgment within the framework of Global Manufacturing Systems, with a strong focus on Safety, People, Quality, Responsiveness, Cost, and Environment (SPQRCE). This is an onsite position at the Parma location. The selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location on a full-time basis. The position requires weekend work and rotating shifts. It is not eligible for relocation benefits.

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.
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.

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 necessary adjustments to operations as required.
Manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.
Manage change and navigate ambiguity.
Drive accountability through people and processes, including having difficult conversations when needed.
Lead teams to drive operational excellence across manufacturing processes.
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.