Production Shift Leader (General Assembly)

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.)

This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.

Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Spring Hill 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 (Responsibilities):

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
• Internal Only Job Specifications
Internal Only Job Specifications
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
Paint Shop experience
Experience in applying 6 pillars of quality process to meet BIQ IV

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