Shift Leader Trim/Final Process

Job Description

The Role

In this role you will be responsible for managing and leading a team in Trim/Final Process, developing operational plans or new processes, in support of the organization’s business strategies with a direct impact on the organization's overall business results.

What You’ll Do (Responsibilities)

You will coach, train, develop and evaluate employees. You will provide assistance in analyzing and solving complex manufacturing problems, and assist in obtaining resources to effectively perform operations in addition to the following:

• Nearly constant contact with others outside the work group
• Administers divisional and Corporate policies
• Meets cost, schedule and quality requirements
• Maintains Corporate and unit management control systems, budget and other information necessary to monitor performance in addition to maintaining safety and good housekeeping standards
• Complies with the terms of local and national labor agreements
• Assist in the forecasting of areas of responsibility and Establishes a course of action to accomplish completion of the job or project

Work involves a considerable amount of initiative in decision-making accompanied by a high level of independent discernment. Assists in the overall direction and coordination of manufacturing activities.

Your Skills and Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• 7+ years of manufacturing experience in a plant environment
• 3+ years of people leadership experience
• Bachelors Degree or equivalent work experience
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects, effective project planning in terms of resources, strategies, cost, and time, with ability to meet project timelines
• High level of analytical ability where problems are complex
• Knowledge of work measurement and work standards
• Knowledge of basic manufacturing and assembly processes
• Demonstrated technical and professional skills in job-related area required
• Appropriate interpersonal styles and communication methods to work effectively with business partners to meet mutual goals required
• Establishes a course of action to accomplish completion of the job and/or project
• Coordinates input from internal/external customers to better understand customer needs and/or perceptions
• Keeps abreast of current product developments and trends in areas of expertise
• Actively identifies new areas for learning and takes advantage of learning opportunities

What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

• Prior experience with production manufacturing office and floor assignments
• Multi plant and/or multi-functional experience
• Experience/knowledge of GM Global Manufacturing Systems (GMS)
• Knowledge of Continuous Improvement Process (CIP)

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. The selected candidate will be required to travel <25% for this role. This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

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