Manufacturing Group Leader - Production - Kokomo Job at General Motors, Kokomo, IN

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  • General Motors
  • Kokomo, IN

Job Description

Description

If you are a current employee of General Motors working in a per diem, hourly, or regular salaried role,  you must apply through the internal careers page. Please navigate to  https://workday.gm.com and search for GM Find Jobs.

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.

GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.

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

The Role:

Production Group Leaders:

As a Production Group Leader, you will be responsible for leading a group of employees to develop business processes, manage production operations and foster an atmosphere of teamwork and cooperation.

Quality Group/Global Supply Chain (GSC) Leaders:

As a Quality Group Leader or GSC Group Leader, you will be responsible for leading a group of technical personnel engaged in problem solving, inspection, quality control, quality assurance and GM Built-in-Quality activities.

Both roles require you to consistently administer National and Local Agreement between General Motors and the United Auto Workers Union. The work is of a technical nature and requires you to use independent judgment within the limits of Global Manufacturing Systems, focusing on Safety, People, Quality, Responsiveness, Cost, and Environment (SPQRCE).

Selected candidates will have the opportunity to learn new skills as well as influencing the development of manufacturing processes to support this historical and game-changing progression to electric and autonomous vehicles.

What You'll Do (Responsibilities):

Read and react to the manufacturing daily plan in the moment

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 in a unionized environment.

Demonstrate a high level of interpersonal skills and work effectively with all levels of the organization.

Demonstrate a high analytical ability to solve complex problems

Possess good physical stamina and coordination. Specific physical requirements of the position include the ability to:

Walk and stand for prolonged periods of time.

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.

Work in a loud manufacturing environment that is not climate controlled (conditions can be hot or cold).

Frequently and repetitively:

Bend, twist, kneel, crouch and reach to perform work.

Lift or carry materials weighing up to 15 pounds and periodically carry or lift materials weighing up to 40 lbs.

Occasionally sit, climb (including ladders and lifts) and drive vehicles and equipment.

Additional Description

Your Skills and Abilities (Required Qualifications):

One year of direct supervisory experience or at least 5 months as an internal GM per diem group leader

Experience coordinating, managing, addressing performance concerns, and leading people in a fast-paced environment

Experience solving complex problems and working in a fast-paced environment

Strong interpersonal skills and experience managing conflict and making decisions in ambiguous fast-paced environment

Basic computer proficiency (i.e. Microsoft Word, typing, email etc.)

Must be willing to work weekends and rotating shifts

What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):

Knowledge of Continuous Improvement Processes (CIP)

Proficient in Throughput Improvement Process (TIP)

Advanced understanding of manufacturing and assembly processes

Experience supervising employees in a union environment

Supply Chain or Quality Experience

Experience implementing Built-in-Quality Initiatives

Red X & DFSS Certification

Preferred Lean Manufacturing experience

Knowledge of timekeeping systems

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

About GM

Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.

Why Join Us 

We aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

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Diversity Information

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.  We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement (U.S.)

General Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.  

Accommodations (U.S. and Canada)

General Motors offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us Careers.Accommodations@GM.com or call us at 800-865-7580. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Local area, Relocation, H1b, Shift work, Rotating shift, Weekend work,

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