Maintenance Shift Leader

Job Description

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.

Work Arrangement​​: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Grand Rapids Operations on a full-time basis.

What Youll Do:

• Prioritize and coordinate work assignments to support production schedules and minimize downtime
• Support implementation of predictive and preventive maintenance strategies
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on continuous improvement initiatives
• Prioritize and coordinate work assignments to support production schedules and minimize downtime.
• Ensure all maintenance activities are performed safely and in compliance with GM standards.
• Lead and support GMS & BPD activities.
• Lead a workplace safety system (WSS) element or performance standard (PS).
• Lead training & versatility activities for hourly and salary maintenance team.
• Direct supervision of 6 maintenance group leaders across 3 shifts of operation

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)​​:

• 5+ Years technical familiarity with valvetrain and/or driveline component manufacturing
• 3+ years of experience within high-volume manufacturing environment
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence
• Ability to interpret technical documentation (schematics, blueprints, machine manuals)

Additional Job Description

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):​ 

• B.S. in Engineering (other technical disciplines may be considered if: 5+ Years direct technical knowledge & experience in manufacturing industry)
• Previous leadership/supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment
• Working knowledge of cost counsel activities
• Prior Manufacturing Engineering or Maintenance assignment & working relationship with UAW leadership and UAW skilled trades.
• Leadership in a manufacturing or maintenance environment
• Familiarity with GM Global Manufacturing System (GMS) and Lean Manufacturing principles

This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.

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