Job Description

Responsible to implement and execute the established business plan for an area of the production operations and foster an atmosphere of teamwork and cooperation. Work is of a technical nature using independent judgement within the limits of Global Manufacturing Systems (GMS); focusing on Safety, People, Quality, Responsiveness, Cost, and Environment (SPQRCE).  Possess the ability to deal with complex problems.

In our pursuit to create a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion, GM’s global manufacturing engineering team is challenging the limits on what is possible and embracing agility as it reimagines how to build the next generation of vehicles. Our diverse team of manufacturing engineers play a crucial role in transforming our facilities through implementing the adoption of ground-breaking technologies. From raw sheet metal to final assembly, this team is reinventing the tools and processes that will enable GM to deliver on our promise to create an all-electric future. This position is an on-site (not WFH), hands on opportunity to support the people and equipment that produce General Motors’ Propulsion Systems Prototype Batteries.

The Battery PPO Group Leader functions as a technical expert for all commodities across all programs they are responsible for. The individual also works with a cross functional team of product engineers, global supply chain, scheduling and UAW represented builders. The Group Lead is responsible for maintaining the appropriate throughput on the build floor that the schedule dictates. Work is of a very broad nature across the Group Lead role and requires a highly motivated, self-directed individual who is comfortable with ambiguity and displays both technical skills, and the ability to lead and influence peers and process.

Additional Job Description:

Group Leader in Brownstown Battery Plant, responsible for working with the Brownstown Test Battery Operations (TBO) Team and the PPO Global Propulsion Systems (GPS) Program Managers on prioritizing what RESSs need to get built for Vehicle PPO and RESS (Rechargeable Energy Storage Systems) Engineering Teams. You will be relied upon for your experience and discernment to plan and accomplish goals. You will lead and direct the work of others. You will be familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on experience and judgement to plan, execute and accomplish goals. Supports external organizations to develop and achieve goals through build plan deployment (BPD). Holds themselves and others accountable for demonstrating GMs values and cultural behaviors. Models GM behaviors and crafts a winning culture.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Supervise a small to medium group of skilled represented builders.
Sound technical knowledge and expertise related to the functional area of responsibility.
Conduct regularly scheduled group meetings, communicate GM Policies & Procedures, Leadership and Safety Messages.
Assign and lead workload for direct reports; set individual employee and group priorities.
Observe and act to remove roadblocks and resolve potential issues impacting the build floor.
Act as build floor representative to escalate engineering, design and build technical issues.
Attend/ participate in build scheduling meetings.
Develop/ maintain end of shift report.
Support Build Plan Deployment (BPD) activities for the site.
Maintain timekeeping system for accuracy.

Qualifications :

Knowledge of pre-production processes.
Knowledge of High Voltage Battery Manufacturing and Test.
High level of interpersonal skills to work independently and effectively with others, motivate employees and elicit work output.
High level of oral and written communications skills.
High level of analytical ability where problems are unusual and difficult
Exhibits appropriate interpersonal styles and communication methods to work effectively with business partners to meet mutual goals.
Exhibits basic understanding of Build Plan Deployment (BPD).
High level of adaptability to anticipate problems and react appropriately to minimize impact on business goals.

Education and Training:

College degree or equivalent training. 

Management Level:

6/7

Additional Description

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.