Assistant Plant Launch Operations Manager

Job Description

Work Arrangement:

Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Defiance, Ohio on a full-time basis.

Relocation:

This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.

Please Note:

Sponsorship: 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., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)

The Role:

As Assistant Plant Operations Manager, you will support Launch activities related to the implementation and execution of the Launch Deliverables and retool of equipment. This position will require fostering teamwork and communication between different functions and shifts. There may be a need to coach, train, develop and evaluate employees within Launch Team. The work is of a technical nature using independent judgement within the limits of GMS; focusing on Safety, People, Quality, Responsiveness, Cost, and Environment (SPQRCE). There is a need to be able to deal with complex problems and lead continuous improvement projects, while scheduling to meet important deadlines and build dates.

What You'll Do: (Responsibilities):

As a Leader in Production, you will responsible for implementing and executing the established business process for an area of greater complexity in the production operations while fostering 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). Possess the ability to deal with complex problems.

LEVEL EXPECTATIONS:

Fully qualified individual contributor who has knowledge and understanding of all aspects of a function and exercises independent discretion and judgment on significant matters based on professional knowledge. Level most professionals can expect to achieve in their career.

EXPERTISE

• Recognized as a fully qualified, experienced professional. Has complete knowledge and full understanding of own area and broad knowledge of related areas.
• Takes broad challenges and, through independent professionally developed analysis, identifies and analyses options, and breaks them down into initiatives capable of implementation. Identifies opportunities and proposes solutions to improve internal processes, services, and structures to support functional strategies.
• Uses advanced analytical and problem-solving techniques to resolve a wide range of non-standard problems.
• Works independently; receives minimal guidance. Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience. ​

COMPLEXITY

• Identifies and devises solutions based on limited information and precedent. Uses evaluation and judgement to solve problems that are new to the organization and require a deep level of experience and strategic thought to create a solution.
• Enhances relationships and networks with senior internal/external partners who are not familiar with subject matter and often require persuasion. Uses data and analysis to demonstrate the value of a project, anticipating, and addressing objections and or concerns.
• Often effects change in broader functional area without direct exercise of command, using persuasion in situations where reaching agreement may be hindered by differing opinions, past practices, or experiences .

SCOPE AND IMPACT

• Challenges and problems are of a diverse scope with multiple moving parts, where developing a plan and viewing the whole picture is a significant challenge itself. Work is done independently and is reviewed at critical points.
• Owns the development and delivery of solutions, driving cross team and group efforts. Leads by example, taking responsibility for their own actions, acknowledging mistakes, and holding themselves accountable for achieving goals. Addresses and evaluates a diverse range of issues using innovative methods and proposing alternative approaches.
• Serves as a mentor to more junior level employees, providing coaching and guidance on difficult issues.
• Has significant operational impact across their function. ​

Responsible for supporting activities that may include:

• Promote safe work practices and achieve objectives for Ergonomics and Health & Safety
• Work closely with the Execution Team to develop the plan for all upgrades and builds
• Work closely with cross functional teams to implement GMS
• Lead cross functional Launch Team to achieve Launch Deliverables
• Implement Operational Readiness and create plan for 100% completion by Start Of Regular Production
• Communicate between different shifts/departments/functions
• Drive Continuous Improvement initiatives to establish run at rate deliverables
• Validate Manufacturing and Quality processes during Launch
• Builds and maintains good working relationships with employees, union, and management
• Coach, teach, counsel and mentor Group Leaders in these responsibilities
• Participate in the selection of new employees and trains, develops and evaluates salaried and hourly employees, and the development of highly effective teams

Additional Job Description

Your Skills & Abilities:​ (Required Qualifications):

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
• 5+ years’ experience with Manufacturing Operations / Planning
• 2+ years of launch experience
• Knowledge of quality control procedures, manufacturing processes and management systems as they relate to production operations
• High level of analytical ability where problems are unusual and difficult
• High level of oral and written communication skills
• Experience working in a cross functional team environment
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally 25% of the time or higher based on business needs.

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

• Master's Degree in Engineering
• 7+ years’ experience with Manufacturing Operations / Planning
• 4+ years of launch experience

Work Arrangement:

Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Defiance, Ohio on a full-time basis.

Relocation:

This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.

Please Note:

Sponsorship: 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., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)

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