ME & Facilities - Business Planner- Factory Zero

GM•Detroit, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The ME & Facilities Business Planner supports the ME & Facilities Functional Leader in organizing and executing the business, including staff meetings and special assignments. The role supports portfolio and business planning processes and Safe Observation Tour schedules, and coordinates Information Life Cycle Management activities for the plant. It oversees Additive Manufacturing (3D printing) operations, including coordinating activities, prioritizing requests, supporting design and development, and aligning work with business needs. The position monitors assignments, priorities, and requirements for complex projects; maintains project lists and business cases, including deliverables, benefits, and timing; supports the functional competitive assessment process; and collects and analyzes operating metrics. It may provide occasional Controls or Mechanical Engineering support on the manufacturing floor and serve as a backup Asset Lead. The Business Planner also develops presentations for management at all levels and handles special assignments. This is an onsite role at the Detroit/Hamtramck plant. The selected candidate is expected to work onsite on a full-time basis and must be able to rotate through all three shifts. Overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required as needed. GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role, and the position is not eligible for relocation benefits.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
At least 2 years of experience in a Business Planning capacity or relevant experience.
In-depth knowledge of manufacturing controls and processes, lean production principles, and quality standards.
Good communication skills to collaborate effectively with team leaders, union representatives, and management.
Ability to work or rotate through all three shifts: first, second, and third.
Ability to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Ability to drive team outcomes and influence cross-functional groups without direct supervisory authority.
Skills in mentoring and coaching teams to foster a collaborative, high-performing work environment.
Strong analytical skills to assess production monitoring data and provide help with vehicle broadcasting in the general assembly area as needed.
Solid understanding of business processes and the ability to ensure adherence to GM internal standards, union agreements, and regulatory requirements.

Nice To Haves

Global Manufacturing Systems (GMS) experience.
Experience with maintenance systems such as Maximo or TPM.
Experience with manufacturing plant-floor systems such as GPM&C, PR&T, GEPICS, or GSIP, and with change management initiatives in a manufacturing environment.
Demonstrated ability to influence and drive team performance through strategic workforce planning and targeted training initiatives without direct people management.
Ability to use data-driven insights to develop and implement innovative solutions that enhance operational performance across complex production systems.

Responsibilities

Support the ME & Facilities Functional Leader in organizing and executing the business, including staff meetings and special assignments.
Support portfolio and business planning processes and Safe Observation Tour schedules.
Support and coordinate plant Information Life Cycle Management activities.
Oversee and support Additive Manufacturing (3D printing) operations, including coordinating activities, prioritizing requests, supporting design and development, and aligning work with business needs.
Monitor assignments, priority goals, and requirements in the preparation and execution of complex projects.
Maintain project lists and business cases, including deliverables, benefits, and timing.
Support the Functional competitive assessment process.
Collect and analyze key operating metrics for the group.
Provide occasional Controls or Mechanical Engineering technical support on the manufacturing floor as needed.
Serve as a backup Asset Lead, providing coverage and support for asset-related responsibilities when required.
Develop and deliver presentations for all levels of management.
Handle a variety of special assignments.