Group Leader Production - Multiple Positions

Cadillac / GM; Oshawa; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive manufacturer in Oshawa is looking for a full-time Production Group Leader. This role focuses on ensuring safety, quality, and continuous improvement in the production of Chevrolet Silverado trucks. Candidates should possess strong problem-solving skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and experience in manufacturing leadership. The position offers a comprehensive compensation plan including healthcare benefits and paid time off.

Benefits

Paid time off (vacation days and holidays)

Healthcare, dental, and vision benefits

Defined Contribution Pension plan

GM Vehicle Purchase Plan

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of two years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated understanding of COMMWIP or Lean Six Sigma waste elimination.
• Willingness to work any assigned shift, including weekends, as required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all work instructions and policies.
• Assess staffing levels to meet daily production targets.
• Provide job instruction training (JIT) to team members.

Skills

Practical and technical problem-solving skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to coach and support team members

Strong problem-solving and organizational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Education

University degree, college diploma, trade certificate, or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Global Manufacturing System (GMS)

Job description

Overview

Onsite – The Production Group Leader will report to the Oshawa Assembly plant on a full‑time basis. The role is part of a team focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement in the production of Chevrolet Silverado trucks. The successful candidate will help shape plant processes, support a diverse and inclusive workplace, and drive toward our vision of Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions, and Zero Congestion.

What You’ll Do (Responsibilities)

• Ensure compliance with all OSHAWA work instructions, policies, procedures, and established practices.
• Assess staffing levels to meet daily production targets.
• Provide job instruction training (JIT) to team members.
• Monitor work completed by hourly team members and address performance issues.
• Advise the Leader of issues that arise during the shift per requirements.
• Clarify safety issues and lead team members to modify work habits where required.
• Support department operations to achieve safety, quality, efficiency, and cost objectives.
• Update and utilize business boards to handle daily, weekly, and monthly business metrics.
• Mentor team leaders on proficiency.
• Utilize the Global Manufacturing System (GMS) to drive continuous improvement in all areas of production.
• Administer provisions of the Collective Agreement affecting day‑to‑day work and work with Employee Relations to resolve issues.
• Track and record scrap, focusing on mitigation and prevention procedures.

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• Practical and technical problem‑solving skills.
• Demonstrated understanding of COMMWIP or Lean Six Sigma waste elimination.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to manage both employee and equipment budgets.
• Understanding of plant monitoring and control training.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to coach and support team members to develop their full potential.
• Strong problem‑solving and organizational skills.
• Willingness to work any assigned shift, weekend, as required.

What Can Give You a Competitive Advantage (Preferred Qualifications)

• University degree, college diploma, trade certificate, or equivalent maintenance/industrial experience.
• Minimum two years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with labor relations/UNIFOR – Labour Relations Training.
• Knowledge of Global Manufacturing System (GMS) and plant scorecard metrics.
• Understanding of the layered audit process.
• All required safety training under GWSS.
• Experience in SAP.

Benefits Overview

The General Motors of Canada total rewards program supports your health and well‑being. Our comprehensive compensation plan includes:

• Paid time off (vacation days, holidays, supplemental benefits for pregnancy, parental and adoption leave).
• Healthcare, dental, and vision benefits.
• Life insurance plans.
• Defined Contribution Pension plan with company and matching contributions.
• GM Vehicle Purchase Plan.

Immigration Statement

GM does not provide immigration‑related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply if you require or will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future.

EEO & Non‑Discrimination Statement

General Motors is committed to being a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and actively fostering inclusion and belonging. All employment decisions are made on a non‑discriminatory basis in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. We encourage all candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for positions that match their skills and capabilities.