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Production Group Leaders: This is a full-time salaried position located at the General Motors St. Catharines Propulsion facility. As a Group Leader in Production, you will be responsible for leading teams of employees or technical personnel to drive operational excellence across manufacturing processes. This includes managing daily operations, developing and improving business processes, and fostering a culture of teamwork and collaboration. In this role, you may oversee production activities, quality assurance, inspection, problem-solving, and GM Built-in-Quality initiatives. You will be expected to apply independent judgment within the framework of Global Manufacturing Systems, with a strong focus on Safety, People, Quality, Responsiveness, Cost, and Environment (SPQRCE). Selected candidates will gain the chance to develop new skills while contributing to the advancement of manufacturing processes that support the groundbreaking shift toward electric and autonomous vehicles.
Job Responsibility
Leading teams of employees or technical personnel to drive operational excellence across manufacturing processes
Managing daily operations, developing and improving business processes, fostering a culture of teamwork and collaboration
Overseeing production activities, quality assurance, inspection, problem-solving, and GM Built-in-Quality initiatives
Applying independent judgment within the framework of Global Manufacturing Systems, with a strong focus on Safety, People, Quality, Responsiveness, Cost, and Environment (SPQRCE)
Requirements
Analyze and respond promptly to the manufacturing daily plan, making necessary adjustments to operations as required
Manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities
Possess the experience to manage change and navigate ambiguity
Drive accountability through people and processes which may require difficult conversations
Strong interpersonal skills and leadership experience
High level of critical thinking and analytical ability where problems are complex
Proven project management and communication skills
Basic computer proficiency (i.e. MS office, excel, word, PowerPoint, SharePoint)etc.)
Must be willing to work weekends and off shifts with extended hours
Ability to work cross-functionally with Engineering and Manufacturing Teams
Knowledge of GMS and BPD processes
Successful completion of a University degree or college diploma (engineering preferred)
Nice to have
Knowledge of Continuous Improvement Processes (CIP)
Proficient in Throughput Improvement Process (TIP)
Advanced understanding of manufacturing and assembly processes, strong mechanical aptitude
Experience supervising employees in a union environment