Manufacturing Group Leader - Production - Parma

GM•Parma, OH

2d•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. Candidates may be considered for current openings or pre-screened for future opportunities. The role leads teams of employees or technical personnel to drive operational excellence across manufacturing processes. It 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 Global Manufacturing Systems, with a focus on Safety, People, Quality, Responsiveness, Cost, and Environment (SPQRCE). The position is categorized as onsite, and the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location full-time. It 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, including 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.
Ability to work in a loud manufacturing environment that may not be climate controlled, including hot or cold conditions.
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 weighing up to 15 pounds and periodically lift or carry materials weighing 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 personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, gloves, hats, ear plugs, and safety shoes.
Must not require GM immigration-related sponsorship now or in the future.

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, making operational adjustments 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 having difficult conversations when needed.
Lead teams of employees or technical personnel to support 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 (SPQRCE).