Manufacturing Group Leader - Maintenance - Factory Zero

General Motors LLC; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

General Motors LLC in Detroit is seeking a Group Leader for the Maintenance Group to oversee a team of skilled hourly workers in troubleshooting and repair of complex equipment. You will ensure safety, quality, and adherence to SPQRCE, and apply UAW agreements.

This onsite role requires strong leadership, lean thinking, and data-driven decision making, plus willingness to work weekends and rotating shifts. You will mentor Team Leaders and coordinate corrective actions and process improvements.

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 and experience managing conflict and decision making.
• Experience managing, leading people, and addressing performance concerns.
• Demonstrate a high analytical ability to solve complex problems.
• Basic computer proficiency (i.e., Microsoft Word, typing, email, etc.)
• Must be willing to work weekends and rotating shifts.
• 18 years of age or older.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and adjust daily manufacturing plans; manage manpower allocation and respond promptly to issues to maintain production flow.
• Manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, navigate ambiguity, and drive accountability through people and processes.
• Continuous Improvement & Lean Practices: Improve business results using Lean Manufacturing; identify and eliminate waste for Safety, Quality, Throughput, and Cost.
• Develop and maintain Throughput Improvement Process action sheets; lead corrective and preventive actions and generate Quality Alert Boards (QABs).
• Quality & Compliance: Enforce quality processes with customer safety at the center; perform critical confirmations and ensure compliance with TA1 requirements.
• Drive quality through effective feedback/feedforward communication and resolve build discrepancies promptly.
• Leadership & Team Development: Coach and mentor team members and Team Leaders to foster skill development and adherence to standard work practices.
• Conduct disciplinary interviews, manage grievances, and collaborate with union partners effectively.
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Locate and analyze operational data to support accountability and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Team supervision

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Conflict management

People leadership

Analytical ability

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Engineering Bachelor’s Degree (ABET)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Typing

Email

Job description

The General Motors Manufacturing Group is seeking to identify highly motivated and qualified individuals for current and potential future opportunities as a Group Leader.

Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite.

The Maintenance Group Leader will be responsible for leading a group of skilled, hourly workers to troubleshoot and repair complex equipment and processes. This position requires the ongoing application and enforcement of the National and Local UAW Agreements. Candidates must possess technical expertise to oversee and support maintenance operations, exercising independent judgment within the framework of Global Manufacturing Systems, with a focus on Safety, People, Quality, Responsiveness, Cost, and Environment (SPQRCE).

• Production & Operational Management Analyze and adjust daily manufacturing plans; manage manpower allocation and respond promptly to issues to maintain production flow.
• Manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, navigate ambiguity, and drive accountability through people and processes.
• Continuous Improvement & Lean Practices Improve business results using Lean Manufacturing; identify and eliminate waste for Safety, Quality, Throughput, and Cost.
• Develop and maintain Throughput Improvement Process action sheets; lead corrective and preventive actions and generate Quality Alert Boards (QABs).
• Quality & Compliance Enforce quality processes with customer safety at the center; perform critical confirmations and ensure compliance with TA1 requirements.
• Drive quality through effective feedback/feedforward communication and resolve build discrepancies promptly.
• Leadership & Team Development Coach and mentor team members and Team Leaders to foster skill development and adherence to standard work practices.
• Conduct disciplinary interviews, manage grievances, and collaborate with union partners effectively.
• Data-Driven Decision Making Locate and analyze operational data to support accountability and continuous improvement initiatives.

Specific physical requirements of the position include the ability to:

• Work in a loud manufacturing environment that may not be climate controlled (conditions can be hot or cold)
• Possess good physical stamina and coordination to frequently and repetitively: Bend, twist, kneel, crouch and reach to perform work
• Lift or carry materials weighing up to 15 lbs. and periodically carry or lift materials weighing up to 40 lbs.
• Walk and stand for prolonged periods of time
• Occasionally sit, climb (including ladders and lifts) and drive vehicles and equipment
• Read standardized work instructions, operate machines and tools, and perform quality inspections
• Promptly detect and respond to safety instructions, alarms, and signals
• Wear personal protective equipment, for example: safety glasses, gloves, hats, ear plugs, and safety shoes

Your Skills and Abilities (Required 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 and working in a fast-paced environment
• Strong interpersonal skills, experience managing conflict and decision making
• Experience managing, leading people, and addressing performance concerns
• Demonstrate a high analytical ability to solve complex problems
• Basic computer proficiency (i.e., Microsoft Word, typing, email, etc.)
• Must be willing to work weekends and rotating shifts
• 18 years of age or older
• High School Diploma or equivalent

What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

• Journeyperson or Engineering Bachelor’s Degree (from an ABET Accredited University)
• Experience reading and understanding electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic blueprints
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills
• Experience working on multiple projects simultaneously
• Willingness to ask questions, take initiative and be resourceful
• High level of integrity, ability to deal with ambiguity, self-directed
• Experience collaborating across multiple functions within a manufacturing setting

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 includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc).

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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