Production Group Leader

Vacancy Status

No: This posting is not for an existing vacancy within the organization and is open to new applications. (New Head Count)

AI Disclosure

As part of the application process, Artificial Intelligence will be used in the hiring process for this role

Onsite

This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to the St. Catharine's Propulsion facility on a full-time basis.

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.

Required Skills

• 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)

Preferred Skills

• 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

• Experience implementing Built-in-Quality Initiatives

• Engine/transmission manufacturing experience

• Experience implementing Built-in-Quality Initiatives

• Red X & DFSS Certification

• Lean Manufacturing experience

• Knowledge of timekeeping systems

• Minimum of 1 year of related maintenance experience (preferred)

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $76,100.00 to $114,300.00. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.

Benefits

The goal of the General Motors of Canada total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan currently includes the following benefits, in addition to many others:

• Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and supplemental benefits for pregnancy, parental and adoption leave.

• Healthcare, dental and vision benefits including health care spending account and wellness incentive.

• Life insurance plans to cover you and your family.

• Company and matching contributions to a Defined Contribution Pension plan to help you save for retirement.

• GM Vehicle Purchase Plan for you, your family, and friends.

THIS JOB IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR RELOCATIONS BENEFITS. ANY RELOCATION COSTS WOULD BE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE SELECTED CANDIDATE.

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.