Manufacturing Group Leader - Production - Lansing MI

VetJobs • Lansing, MI

17h • Onsite

About The Position

The General Motors Manufacturing Group is seeking candidates for current and potential future Group Leader opportunities 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 applies independent judgment within Global Manufacturing Systems, with a focus on Safety, People, Quality, Responsiveness, Cost, and Environment (SPQRCE). Candidates may contribute to manufacturing processes supporting electric and autonomous vehicles.

This is an onsite role based in Lansing, Michigan, with full-time reporting to the location. Candidates must be willing to work weekends and rotating shifts. The role includes work in a loud manufacturing environment that may not be climate controlled, and requires specified physical abilities and use of personal protective equipment. Relocation benefits are not provided; relocation costs are the selected candidate’s responsibility. 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.
• High analytical ability to solve complex problems.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word, typing, and email.
• Willingness to work weekends and rotating shifts.
• 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 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 or equipment.
• Ability to read standardized work instructions, operate machines and tools, perform quality inspections, and 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 promptly respond 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 issues.
• Lead teams and manage daily manufacturing operations to support operational excellence.
• Depending on the assignment, oversee production activities, quality assurance, inspection, problem-solving, and Built-in-Quality initiatives.
• Develop and improve business processes and foster teamwork and collaboration.

What This Job Offers

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