GMS (Lean Manufacturing) Lead/ Industrial Engineer

Description
Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report at Pontiac, Michigan on a full-time basis.
Role
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 engineers and machinists play a crucial role in transforming our facilities through implementing the adoption of ground-breaking technologies.
Responsible for organizing, managing and teaching GMS (Lean Manufacturing) in a classroom environment, coaching GMS jointly on the floor at all levels of the organization, analyzing complex manpower, material, machine and floorspace requirements. Assignments are of a difficult nature involving a considerable amount of creativity and initiative.
What You'll Do (Responsibilities)
GMS (Global Manufacturing Systems)

• Drive GMS and lean manufacturing implementation
• Establishes build process for new programs, working with a joint team of hourly and salary Team Members
• Teach and coach GMS principles in the classroom and on the floor
• Assists in establishing and recommending operational methods and work standards using various measurement techniques to create standardized work
• Analyzes existing operations and proposes cost justified improvements
• Analysis and problem solving related to throughput improvement
• Provides information for various management systems
• Regular contact with others outside the work group
• Assist in the continuous improvement of the production system using GMS and lean manufacturing principles.
• Monitors adherence to recommended safety procedures and good housekeeping

Industrial Engineering

• Optimizes use of floor space, materials, personnel and equipment
• Assists in planning new facilities, operations and/or relocation of same
• Develops, analyzes, and presents project information
• Coordinates implementation of projects
• Develops programs for effective cost control
• Conducts special studies such as job cycle times, manpower associated with new content, sourcing, etc...
• Integrate safety into the mainstream of all business practices
• Analyze floor operations and implement continuous improvement ideas to completion in an environment where the standard GM tools sometime will not fit
• This position is 100% work onsite in Pontiac, MI (with some time to interface in Warren, MI)

Additional Description
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• Bachelor degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or Ergonomics engineering or 5 to 10 years equivalent training and experience
• High level of implementation of GMS / Lean Manufacturing strategies and initiatives
• Knowledge of work measurement, work standards, and time study methodology
• Knowledge of manufacturing (machining & tooling) and assembly processes
• Willing and able to teach in a classroom environment & shop floor environment
• High level of creativity in finding solutions where no template exists
• Solid understanding of GMS Principles, ability to coach principles through execution
• Ability to work with minimal guidance to analyze and implement new processes
• Ability to work with joint partners in the UAW
• AutoCAD
• High level of oral and written communication skills, analytical ability where the problems are complex and interpersonal skills to work effectively with others

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

• Masters degree preferred
• Proficient computer skills including MS Office applications.

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.
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