Manufacturing Group Leader - Production - Wentzville, MO

Military Spouse Corporate Career Network • Wentzville, MS

13d • Onsite

About The Position

General Motors is seeking qualified candidates for current and potential future Group Leader openings in Production, Quality, or Global Supply Chain (GSC). Group Leaders lead teams of employees or technical personnel to promote 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, the Group Leader may oversee production activities, quality assurance, inspection, problem-solving, and GM Built-in-Quality initiatives. The role requires applying independent judgment within the Global Manufacturing Systems framework, with a focus on Safety, People, Quality, Responsiveness, Cost, and Environment (SPQRCE).

The position is based in Wentzville, Missouri, and is on-site. The work takes place in a loud manufacturing environment that may not be climate controlled and may be hot or cold. Rotating shifts are required, and mandatory overtime—including extended hours, weekends, and holidays—may be required according to business demands.

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 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 rotating shifts.
• Ability to work mandatory overtime, including extended hours, weekends, and holidays, as business demands dictate.
• At least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work in a loud manufacturing environment that may be hot or cold and not climate controlled.
• Physical stamina and coordination to frequently and repetitively bend, twist, kneel, crouch, reach, walk, and stand for prolonged periods.
• Ability to lift or carry materials up to 15 pounds and periodically up to 40 pounds.
• 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 required 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 a timekeeping system.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and respond promptly to the manufacturing daily plan, adjusting operations as necessary.
• 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 manage daily manufacturing operations.
• Develop and improve business processes and foster teamwork and collaboration.
• Depending on the assignment, oversee production activities, quality assurance, inspection, problem-solving, and Built-in-Quality initiatives.

What This Job Offers

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