• Job Description

  Req#: JR-202409020

  Job Description

  PLEASE NOTE:

  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:

  As a member of the Global Supply Chain (GSC) team, you will be providing support to the plant utilizing lean strategies.

  You will be tasked to work as One Team with VS Material & the LMS Execution Team to execute all Product Programs, manage funding for Material & LMS Launch initiatives. You will also plan and support execution of all Plant Lean Material Strategies including optimization, material flow, material routings, storage space requirements, mobile equipment, layout development, storage areas, kitting, small lot strategy, sequence planning, PFEP, etc.

  
  What You’ll Do (Responsibilities):

  • Implement standardize material flow and material handling processes and measure compliance to benchmark

  • Develop / understand long-term Material & LMS Vision for the plant

  • Maintain productivity scorecards & LMS Wall

  • Drive Material Planning Metrics (DPP & DPPN) to be applied in North America

  • Develop efficient Material Route Planning (GMOS), Dock Strategies, Material Flow,

  • Develop & track to Master Dot milestones & Deliverables

  • Drive & execute common standards, processes, and lean designs.

  • Integrate Lean Manufacturing and GM-Global Manufacturing System (GMS) principles

  • Provide updates to plant staff and Program Team as required

  • Drive problem solving issues for throughput and quality issues

  • Analyze existing operations and propose continuous improvements (CI)

  • Optimize floor space, materials, personnel, and equipment

  • Develop, track, and implement budget allocation

  • Facilities design, layout, and processes that reduce cost/ achieve operational efficiencies.

  • Provide support for execution and readiness activities related to steady state and major launches.

  Additional Job Description

  Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):

  • University degree or equivalent experience and education, in a related technical field.

  • Minimum 2 years of experience in manufacturing

  • Knowledge of basic manufacturing and assembly processes

  • Knowledge of Supply Chain Process

  • Presentation and problem solving skills with comfort in presenting findings to all levels of the organization.

  • High level of analytical ability, especially where problems are unusual and difficult

  • Ability to work across all shifts

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

  • Industrial Engineering degree

  • Knowledge of work measurement/work standards, ergonomic principles, material optimization, and facility layout

  • Ability to develop and execute all phases of Lean Material Systems to create the most efficient, leanest designs for the entire GM Enterprise.

  • GM Plant Material Experience

  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 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 understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities. GM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

  
  We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.

  Equal Employment Opportunity Statements

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• About the company

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