Production Shift Leader

Job Description

Sponsorship: 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.

On-site: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Lansing Delta Township ASSY on a full-time basis.

The Role:

The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing salaried group leaders in the implementation and execution of established business processes within the production operations. This role involves fostering an atmosphere of teamwork and cooperation. The work is technical in nature, requiring independent judgment within the framework of GMS, with a focus on Safety, People, Quality, Responsiveness, Cost, and Environment (SPQRCE). Must possess the ability to address complex problems and supervise a large group of salaried employees across multiple departments and processes.

What You'll Do:

In this role, 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

Additional Job Description

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):

• 5+ years of experience in an Automotive Assembly Plant (OEM preferred)
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
• Ability to lead problem solving activities and leverage analytical abilities.
• Leadership/Management Experience (UAW, Salaried, Skilled Trades or similar)
• Knowledge of continuous improvement processes (CIP) 
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, SharePoint)
• Must be able to work any shift

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

• Experience/knowledge of GM Global Manufacturing System (GMS) Production experience
• Experience within General Assembly preferred
• Experience in applying 6 pillars of quality process to meet BIQ IV

This role may be eligible for relocation benefits.

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. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

Benefits Overview

The goal of the General Motors total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan incudes, the following benefits, in addition to many others:
• Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, fathers and adoptive parents;
• Healthcare (including a triple tax advantaged health savings account and wellness incentive), dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family;
• Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement;
• Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values; 
• Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing;
• Discount on GM vehicles for you, your family and friends.

Diversity Information

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discriminati