Execution Manager - Flawless Launch Job at General Motors, Warren, MI

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  • General Motors
  • Warren, MI

Job Description

Description

Work Arrangement

Onsite - This position requires the employee to be onsite five days a week. Primary work location will be the General Motors Global Technical Center in Warren, MI. This position has the potential to require domestic travel of up to 50-75%

The Role

The Engineering Group Manager – GA Execution is responsible for leading a team of engineers focused on the successful execution of manufacturing engineering projects. This includes overseeing all aspects of project implementation, from initial processing, design and development to final production launch at the assembly site. The Group Manager will work closely with cross-functional teams, including strategic suppliers, operations, quality, and supply chain to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This individual will be involved with setting the direction for the future of our manufacturing process.  This position takes on a high level of independent decision making and communication as the lead GA ME onsite during project installation and startup.

What You Will Do

Lead and mentor a team of engineers, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback.

Develop and implement project plans, investment required, timelines, and budgets.

Monitor project progress, identify and resolve roadblocks, and mitigate risks.

Ensure adherence to engineering standards, best practices, bill of process, bill of equipment, safety, and regulatory requirements.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth project execution and successful product launches.

Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the Manufacturing Engineering, Strategic Suppliers, and Product Engineering.

Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Maintain and meet project budgets/forecasts and drive cost reduction initiatives.

Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies in manufacturing engineering.

Additional Description

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

7+ years of professional experience in a manufacturing engineering role, demonstrating expertise in engineering practices and processes.

3+ years of experience in a supervisory or management capacity, showcasing the ability to lead teams effectively and drive results.

A proven track record of successfully delivering projects within a manufacturing environment, including equipment installation and construction, highlighting your capability to manage complex initiatives.

Strong proficiency in project management methodologies, such as Agile and Six Sigma, ensuring efficient project execution and continuous improvement.

Experience with processing equipment, throughput, and comprehensive understanding of manufacturing processes, enabling effective design and production.

In-depth knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies, fostering operational efficiency and waste reduction.

A strong understanding of safety regulations and procedures, ensuring a safe working environment for all team members.

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

Experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment, demonstrating the ability to thrive in fast-paced settings.  Experience with reliability and maintainability of processing equipment, standalone availability, and throughput.

Familiarity with robotics and automation technologies, contributing to innovative manufacturing solutions.

Experience with data analysis and statistical process control (SPC), enabling informed decision-making and process optimization.

Masters Degree in engineering

This role may be eligible for relocation benefits.

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 believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

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Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.)

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.

All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws. 

We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire.

Accommodations

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Job Tags

Full time, Local area, Relocation package,

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