Maintenance Group Lead — Lean, Safety & Quality

General Motors (GM); Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

General Motors is seeking a Maintenance Group Leader in Detroit to lead a team of hourly workers in troubleshooting, repairing complex equipment, and enforcing safety, quality, and SPQRCE standards. The role requires Lean experience, strong problem solving, and coordination across shifts.

Onsite, full-time position with union and TA1 compliance expectations. The ideal candidate has supervisory experience, analytical ability, and basic computer skills.

Qualifications

• One year of direct team supervisory experience or at least 5 months as an internal GM per diem group leader.
• Experience solving complex problems in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills with conflict management.
• Basic computer proficiency (Word, typing, email).
• Must be 18+ with a high school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and adjust daily manufacturing plans; manage manpower allocation to maintain production flow.
• Lead continuous improvement and lean practices to reduce Safety, Quality, Throughput and Cost.
• Develop and maintain Throughput Improvement Process action sheets; lead corrective and preventive actions.
• Enforce TA1 quality requirements and ensure safety and compliance.
• Coach and mentor team members; conduct disciplinary interviews and manage grievances with union partners.
• Locate and analyze operational data to support accountability and improvements.

Skills

Team supervision

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Engineering degree (ABET)

Job description

General Motors is seeking a Maintenance Group Leader in Detroit to lead a team of hourly workers in troubleshooting, repairing complex equipment, and enforcing safety, quality, and SPQRCE standards. The role requires Lean experience, strong problem solving, and coordination across shifts.

Onsite, full-time position with union and TA1 compliance expectations. The ideal candidate has supervisory experience, analytical ability, and basic computer skills.