Manufacturing Group Leader - Production - Romulus

General Motors; Romulus (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive manufacturer seeks motivated individuals for the Group Leader position. This role involves overseeing and enhancing manufacturing operations, with an emphasis on teamwork and process improvement. Candidates will have the opportunity to develop skills in a dynamic environment, contributing to innovative advancements in vehicle manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Experience managing teams in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and manage change.
• Good physical stamina and coordination.

Responsibilities

• Lead teams to drive operational excellence across manufacturing processes.
• Manage daily operations, developing business processes, and fostering teamwork.
• Analyze manufacturing daily plans, adjusting operations as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Adaptability

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. In anticipation of these openings becoming available, we welcome you to apply so we can begin the pre-screening and interview process.

Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Romulus, Michigan on a full-time basis.

The Role:

As a Group Leader in Production, Quality, or Global Supply Chain (GSC), you will be responsible for leading teams of employees or technical personnel to drive operational excellence across manufacturing processes. This includes managing daily operations, developing and improving business processes, and fostering a culture of teamwork and collaboration.

In this role, you may oversee production activities, quality assurance, inspection, problem-solving, and GM Built-in-Quality initiatives. You will be expected to apply independent judgment within the framework of Global Manufacturing Systems, with a strong focus on Safety, People, Quality, Responsiveness, Cost, and Environment (SPQRCE).

Selected candidates will gain the chance to develop new skills while contributing to the advancement of manufacturing processes that support the groundbreaking shift toward electric and autonomous vehicles.

What You'll Do (Responsibilities):

• Analyze and respond promptly to the manufacturing daily plan, making necessary adjustments to operations as required
• Manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities
• Possess the experience to manage change and navigate ambiguity
• Drive accountability through people and processes which may require difficult conversations

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