Shift Leader - Flex Fab Operations
Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to our Pontiac Stamping plant location
Sponsorship: 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
Pontiac Flex Fab is a first of its kind flexible manufacturing plant focused on supporting innovative sheet metal forming and assembly processes. Primary applications are focused on quick turnaround, no tooling, low volume and high mix across multiple vehicles programs and other non-automotive applications. Flex Fab is situated in the greater metro-Detroit area close to culture and outdoor recreation - as well as great neighborhoods and schools.Responsible to manage & mentor salaried group leaders in the implementation and execution of the established business process for an area in the production operations and foster an atmosphere of teamwork and cooperation. Work is of a technical nature using independent judgment within the limits of GMS; focusing on Safety, People, Quality, Responsiveness, Cost, and Environment (SPQRCE).
What You'll Do (Responsibilities):
Knowledge on multiple sheet metal forming and assembly production processes such a press brake bending, laser cutting, punching, spot welding, laser welding, arc welding and MIG/TIG welding
Plan and Manage Production using Industry 4.0 tools
Use 2D/3D design and programming tools for laser cutting, punching, bending and welding for sheet metal fabrication
Communicate effectively across all shifts
Champion of allocated BPD activities
Discuss weekly production plans with production control
Adjust schedule as needed to solve production problems
Allocate manpower as needed for each press line; plan release for training
Maintain shift safety by audits, observation and follow up of all incidents
Maintain and improve machine up time. Prevent recurrence of breakdown causes
Ensure TPM program is on track
Discuss major downtime causes with maintenance weekly and request corrective action
Sign off standardized work charts. Agree with all shifts
Lead shift meetings for SPQRCE
Report shift status to the Area Manager
Coach and mentor Group Leaders
Ensure GMS is being followed
Understand and comply with the terms of local and national labor agreements
Ensure cost controls achieves budget needs
Support area manager to resolve manpower issues in conjunction with union
Liaise with customers for quality problems and co-ordinate countermeasures
Rotate shifts as needed
Your Skills and Abilities (Required Qualifications):
5+ years of manufacturing experience (conventional + new technologies)
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
Leadership experience
Knowledge on multiple sheet metal forming and assembly production processes such a press brake bending, laser cutting, punching, spot welding, laser welding, arc welding and MIG/TIG welding
Experience on using 2D/3D design and programming tools for laser cutting, punching, bending and welding for sheet metal fabrication
Experience with using 3D CAD software tools such as Teamcenter Visualization, NX
Experience on manufacturing operations while using Industry 4.0 software tools
Experience working with Trumpf Software and Technology on a production or pre-production environment
Experience on launching new technology while dealing with ambiguity and creating new processes when applicable
High level of analytical ability and interpersonal skills
Highly developed oral and written communication skills
Ability to work overtime as needed
What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):
7+ years of manufacturing experience (conventional + new technologies)
Experience working with Trumpf Technology on a production or pre-production environment
Knowledge on software tools like Trumpf Oseon and TruTops Boost
Experience on running high-mix and low volume operation
Knowledge of and coaching experiences in Global Manufacturing Systems (GMS)
Demonstrated technical and professional skills in job-related area
Experience working in a union facility
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., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)
This role is categorized as onsite. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location on a full-time basis.
This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.
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