General Motors
North American Engineering Tooling Center (NAETC) Group Leader
Job Description

The Role:

The Group Leader will lead the die construction teams, including CNC large machines, small machines, die assembly, global die buy-off, welders and verification. Work will involve complex manufacturing problems including the need to root cause and follow issues to resolution – as well as sharing and using lessons learned from peer groups. This role requires the ability to use independent discernment. The group leader will lead & support GMS activities in their department as well as site. This leadership role will have employee engagement, technical skill development and continuous improvement as central theme.

This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to the Flint plant on a full-time basis.

This role is 2nd shift. Typical work schedule is 2:30PM-10:30PM, Monday-Friday, with occasional Saturday's.

GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. PLEASE 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.

This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

What You'll Do (Responsibilities):

Comply with the terms of local and national labor agreementsFrequently contact and collaboration with others outside of the work groupResponsible for the effective use of personnel, material, and equipmentTrain and develop represented employeesLead technical guidance for complex process and projectsProvide direction and development to team and implement new tools and technics for the best method for manufacturing processesContact with partners outside the work group such as participation in strategic planningEvaluate or monitor expenditures for processes and/or equipmentEvaluate CAD/CAM dataWork with Problem Solving toolsPerform employee time keeping within Kronos applicationTMaCs daily updates (charging work hours, control the forecast vs expent and control the variances)Work with Technical Specialist and Subject Matter Experts to implement lessons learned


Additional Job Description

Your Skills and Abilities (Required Qualifications):

4 years in Die businessExperience in Die construction process, such as machining, assembly, and verificationExperience in CNC Machine technologiesExperience in CAD/CAM software (NX and TEBIS)Knowledge of Problem-solving methodologiesAbility to read and understand blueprintsAbility to manipulate 3D models in NX to complete measurements and tool investigationExceptional communication and presentation skills – solid background with MS OfficeWorking level knowledge of the following systems / processes:GVDP (Global Vehicle Development Process)G-Comply, GDHS,Change ManagementEffective written and verbal communication skillsDemonstrated interpersonal skills leading cross functional teamsSOP (Safety operation procedure)Effective at dealing with change and ambiguityTenacity to thrive in a challenging environmentAbility to lead hourly represented employees

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

Associate or bachelor's degree in engineering, lean manufacturing, or related4+ years of Tool and Die shop4+ years CNC technologies4+ years of experience in Dies construction processLeadership 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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Flint, MI