Launch Operations Group Leader (Level 6) (Temporary)

General Motors Corporation; Silao (Ciudad); On-site; MXN 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

General Motors Corporation is seeking a Launch Operations Group Leader (Temporary) to drive the successful launch of new products, processes, and equipment at the Silao, Guanajuato site. This role operates on a 4x3 rotating 12-hour shift schedule and is a 12-month temporary assignment, on-site in Mexico.

The candidate will support validation, pilot builds, and cross-functional collaboration to meet quality, safety, and production targets, while managing risks and ensuring readiness for launch

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in automotive or manufacturing environments.
• Experience supporting product, process, or equipment launch activities is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the launch of new products, manufacturing processes, and production equipment.
• Coordinate and track activities related to the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP).
• Participate in the validation, commissioning, and release of new equipment and machinery.
• Support pilot builds, production trials, and start-up activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality, safety, and production requirements are met during launch phases.
• Identify, document, and follow up on risks, findings, and action plans.
• Monitor early production performance and support corrective actions to ensure process stability.
• Ensure compliance with manufacturing, quality, and continuous improvement standards.
• Assist in problem-solving activities related to equipment, processes, and product launches.
• Support readiness reviews and launch milestones to ensure successful program execution.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Teamwork

Planning and execution

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Launch Operations Group Leader (level 6) (Temporary)

Onsite
Silao, Guanajuato, Mexico
Full time
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Job Description Location: Silao, Guanajuato, Mexico. Work Arrangement: 100% On-site. Schedule: 4x3 rotating schedule, 12-hour shifts. Duration: 12-Month Temporary Assignment.

About the Role: Launch Operations Engineer to support the successful implementation and launch of new products, manufacturing processes, and production equipment. This role will actively participate in equipment validation, process start-up, pilot builds, and launch activities while working closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to ensure a smooth and successful launch.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the launch of new products, manufacturing processes, and production equipment.
• Coordinate and track activities related to the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP).
• Participate in the validation, commissioning, and release of new equipment and machinery.
• Support pilot builds, production trials, and start-up activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality, safety, and production requirements are met during launch phases.
• Identify, document, and follow up on risks, findings, and action plans.
• Monitor early production performance and support corrective actions to ensure process stability.
• Ensure compliance with manufacturing, quality, and continuous improvement standards.
• Assist in problem-solving activities related to equipment, processes, and product launches.
• Support readiness reviews and launch milestones to ensure successful program execution.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor\'s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in automotive or manufacturing environments.
• Experience supporting product, process, or equipment launch activities is preferred.
• Experience with equipment validation and manufacturing process implementation.
• Knowledge of PPAP (Production Part Approval Process).
• Experience with validation and commissioning of new equipment, machinery, or manufacturing processes.
• Understanding of pilot builds and production launch activities.
• Familiarity with manufacturing and quality documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google enviroment applications.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement and manufacturing processes is a plus.

Language Requirements: Intermediate English proficiency preferred.

Key Competencies: Problem-solving and analytical thinking; Effective communication skills; Teamwork and cross-functional collaboration; Planning and execution; Adaptability in a fast-paced manufacturing environment; Results-oriented mindset; Proactive approach and sense of urgency.

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

This role is categorized as onsite. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location on a full-time basis. This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

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