Work Arrangement
This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to our Detroit/Hamtramck plant location
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.
The Role
What You’ll Do
- Support the ME & Facilities Functional Leader in the organization and execution of the business, including staff meetings and special assignments.
- Support the portfolio and business planning BPD process, Safe Observation Tour (SOT) schedules.
- Support and coordinate activities around Information Life Cycle Management, ILM, for the plant.
- Oversee and support Additive Manufacturing (3D printing) operations, including coordination of activities, prioritization of requests, design/development, and alignment with business needs.
- Monitor assignments, priority goals, and requirements in the preparation and execution of complex projects.
- Maintain project list, business cases, including deliverables, benefits, and timing.
- Support the Functional competitive assessment process.
- Collect and analyze key operating metrics for the group.
- Provide occasional technical support (Controls or Mechanical Engineering) on the manufacturing floor as needed.
- Serve as a backup Asset Lead, providing coverage and support for asset-related responsibilities when required.
- Develop and deliver presentations for all levels of management.
- Handle a variety of special assignments.
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
- Bachelor’s degree or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
- 2+ years of experience in a Business Planning capacity or relevant experience.
- In-depth knowledge of manufacturing controls and processes, lean production principles, and quality standards essential for optimizing production operations.
- Good communication skills to effectively collaborate with team leaders, union representatives, and management.
- Ability to work / rotate through all 3 shifts (1st, 2nd & 3rd).
- Ability to work overtime, weekends, holidays, etc. as needed.
- Proven ability to drive team outcomes and influence the performance of cross-functional groups without direct supervisory authority.
- Skills in mentoring and coaching teams lead to fostering a collaborative, high-performing work environment.
- Strong analytical skills to assess production monitoring data and provide help with vehicle broadcasting in general assembly area as needed.
- Solid understanding of business processes with the ability to ensure adherence to GM internal standards, union agreements, and regulatory requirements.
What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
- Global Manufacturing Systems (GMS) experience.
- Experience with Maintenance Systems (Maximo or TPM)
- Experience in Manufacturing Plant Floor Systems (GPM&C, PR&T, GEPICS< GSIP etc.) and change management initiatives in a manufacturing environment.
- A demonstrated track record of influencing and driving team performance through strategic workforce planning and targeted training initiatives, even without direct people management
- Ability to use data-driven insights to develop and implement innovative solutions that enhance operational performance across complex production systems.