Shift Leader- Production

General Motors • Wentzville, MO

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Role: The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing salaried group leaders in the implementation and execution of established business processes within the production operations. This role involves fostering an atmosphere of teamwork and cooperation. The work is technical in nature, requiring independent judgment within the framework of GMS, with a focus on Safety, People, Quality, Responsiveness, Cost, and Environment (SPQRCE). Must possess the ability to address complex problems and supervise a large group of salaried employees across multiple departments and processes. What You'll Do (Responsibilities): In this role, you will coach, train, develop and evaluate employees. You will provide assistance in analyzing and solving complex manufacturing problems, and assist in obtaining resources to effectively perform operations in addition to the following: Nearly constant contact with others outside the work group. Administers divisional and Corporate policies. Meets safety, cost, schedule and quality requirements. Maintains Corporate and unit management control systems, budget and other information necessary to monitor performance in addition to maintaining safety and good housekeeping standards. Complies with the terms of local and national labor agreements. Assist in the forecasting of areas of responsibility and establishes a course of action to accomplish completion of the job or project.

Requirements

• 5 years of experience working in an Automotive Assembly Plant
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Ability to lead problem solving activities and leverage analytical abilities
• Leadership/Management Experience (UAW, Salaried, Skilled Trades or similar)
• Knowledge of continuous improvement processes (CIP)
• MUST have the ability to rotate between all 3 shifts
• MUST have the ability to work overtime as needed (weekends and holidays)

Nice To Haves

• 5+ years of experience working in an Automotive Assembly Plant (OEM)
• Experience/knowledge of GM Global Manufacturing System (GMS)
• Production experience
• Experience within General Assembly
• Experience in apply quality process to support BIQ

Responsibilities

• Coach, train, develop and evaluate employees
• Provide assistance in analyzing and solving complex manufacturing problems
• Assist in obtaining resources to effectively perform operations
• Administers divisional and Corporate policies
• Meets safety, cost, schedule and quality requirements
• Maintains Corporate and unit management control systems, budget and other information necessary to monitor performance in addition to maintaining safety and good housekeeping standards
• Complies with the terms of local and national labor agreements
• Assist in the forecasting of areas of responsibility and establishes a course of action to accomplish completion of the job or project

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees