Manufacturing Group Leader - Tool and Die - Lansing Grand River

General Motors; Lansing (MI); Vor Ort; USD 85.000 - 110.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

General Motors is seeking a Group Leader for the Tool and Die group at the Lansing Grand River plant. You will lead a team of tool and die makers, drive safety, quality, and productivity, and coordinate with engineering, production, and maintenance to meet manufacturing goals.

This onsite role requires technical oversight of tooling, adherence to UAW agreements, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Weekend and rotating shifts are expected as part of operations.

Qualifikationen

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in supervising or leading teams preferred.
• Strong problem-solving and quality focus required.
• Willingness to work weekends and rotating shifts.

Aufgaben

• Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of tool and die makers, ensuring safety, quality, and productivity standards.
• Oversee design, fabrication, and maintenance of tools and dies used in automotive manufacturing.
• Ensure all tools and dies meet specifications and quality standards.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and maintenance to coordinate tool and die activities.
• Provide training and development opportunities for team members.
• Manage inventory and ensure procurement of tools, dies, and related materials.
• Prepare and present regular reports on tool and die operations including productivity and maintenance.

Kenntnisse

Interpersonal skills

CAD software

CNC machines

Tool & die equipment

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Computer literacy

Weekend shifts

Age requirement

High school diploma

Ausbildung

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

Jobbeschreibung

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. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Lansing Grand River on a full-time basis.

The Role

The Tool and Die Group Leader is responsible for overseeing the tool and die operations within the manufacturing plant. This role involves leading a team of tool and die makers, ensuring the production of high-quality tools and dies, and maintaining efficient workflow to support automotive manufacturing 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)

What You'll Do (Responsibilities)

• Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of tool and die makers, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and productivity standards
• Oversee the design, fabrication, and maintenance of tools and dies used in automotive manufacturing
• Ensure all tools and dies meet specifications and quality standards
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce downtime, and optimize tool and die operations
• Work closely with engineering, production, and maintenance teams to coordinate tool and die activities and support manufacturing goals.
• Provide training and development opportunities for team members to enhance their skills and knowledge in tool and die making.
• Manage inventory and ensure timely procurement of tools, dies, and related materials.
• Prepare and present regular reports on tool and die operations, including productivity, quality, and maintenance activities

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)

• Strong interpersonal skills, experience managing conflict and decision making
• Familiarity with CAD software, CNC machines, and other tool and die equipment
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot issues in tool and die operations
• High level of attention to detail and commitment to quality
• 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)

• Experience in tool and die making
• Experience in a supervisory or leadership role
• Knowledge of automotive manufacturing processes and standards
• Proficiency in tool and die design, fabrication, and maintenance

This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

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., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)

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