General Motors

Dangerous Goods Group Manager

General Motors • $110K — $130K *
Warren, MI 48089In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 5-7 years experience in dangerous goods transportation compliance.
  • 2+ years in a supervisory or leadership role.
  • Expert knowledge of dangerous goods regulations like IATA DGR and IMDG Code.
  • Strong grasp of hazardous materials classification and documentation.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Certification in dangerous goods transportation is required.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise and mentor a team of dangerous goods specialists.
  • Develop and maintain dangerous goods compliance programs and policies.
  • Act as a subject matter expert on dangerous goods regulations.
  • Collaborate with internal departments and external partners.
  • Manage and investigate dangerous goods incidents.
  • Develop and deliver dangerous goods training programs.
  • Prepare reports on compliance performance and risk assessments.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model requiring in-office attendance at least 3 times a week.
  • Opportunity for professional development and mentorship within the team.
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Job Description

The Role

The Dangerous Goods Group Manager will lead a team responsible for ensuring General Motors' North American compliance with all dangerous goods regulations for transportation across all modes. This role involves developing, implementing, and overseeing robust compliance programs to mitigate risks and maintain operational efficiency.

What You'll Do
  • Supervise and mentor a team of dangerous goods specialists, providing guidance and support to ensure high performance and professional development.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain dangerous goods transportation compliance programs, policies, and procedures in accordance with international (e.g., IATA, IMDG, NOMs, TDG, 49 CFR) and local regulations.
  • Act as a subject matter expert on dangerous goods regulations, providing technical guidance and interpretation to internal stakeholders, including logistics, supply chain, engineering, and manufacturing.
  • Collaborate with internal departments and external partners (e.g., carriers, freight forwarders, regulatory bodies) to ensure seamless and compliant dangerous goods transportation.
  • Manage and investigate dangerous goods incidents, ensuring proper reporting to authorities and implementation of preventative measures.
  • Develop and deliver comprehensive dangerous goods training programs for relevant personnel across the organization.
  • Stay abreast of changes in dangerous goods regulations and industry best practices, proactively updating internal policies and procedures.
  • Lead cross-functional projects related to dangerous goods compliance and optimization.
  • Prepare and present reports on compliance performance, risk assessments, and incident summaries to senior management.


Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in dangerous goods transportation compliance, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
  • Expert-level knowledge of dangerous goods regulations (e.g., IATA DGR, IMDG Code, ADR, DOT 49 CFR, TDG Canada).
  • Strong understanding of hazardous materials classification, packaging, labeling, and documentation requirements.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and develop a team.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Certification in dangerous goods transportation (e.g., IATA, IMDG, DOT Hazmat)
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively interact with all levels of the organization and external stakeholders.


What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
  • Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Experience in the automotive industry.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Project Management Experience.
  • Knowledgeable of GM systems.
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., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc).This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location at least 3 times a week {or other frequency dictated by their manager}.The selected candidate will be required to travel

About General Motors

General Motors Company engages in the manufacture and sale of cars and trucks in the United States, China, Brazil, Germany, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Italy. It offers sedans, crossovers, sport utility vehicles, pick-up trucks, coupes, sports/convertibles and hybrid vehicles, hatchbacks/wagons, and vans, as well as mini cars in India. The company also provides parts and accessories, such as iPod and MP3 compatibility, mobility accessories, performance parts, AC parts and services, and merchandise. In addition, it offers vehicle safety, security, and information services. The company provides used vehicles. It offers its products through dealers and distributors. General Motors Company was formerly known as NGMCO, Inc. and changed its name to General Motors Company in July 2009. The company was incorporated in 2009 and is based in Detroit, Michigan. It operates manufacturing facilities in India, the United States, and Canada. General Motors Company operates as a subsidiary of the United States Department of The Treasury. General Motors led global vehicle sales for 77 consecutive years from 1931 through 2007, longer than any other automaker, and is currently among the world's largest automakers by vehicle unit sales. General Motors acts in most countries outside the USA via wholly-owned subsidiaries but operates in China through 10 joint ventures. GM's OnStar subsidiary provides vehicle safety, security, and information services. In 2009, General Motors shed several brands, closing Saturn, Pontiac, and Hummer, and emerged from a government-backed Chapter 11 reorganization. In 2010, GM made an initial public offering IPOs to date and returned to profitability later that year.

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Learn more about General Motors
Size
157,000 employees
Market Cap
$46.9 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$6.4 billion
Founded
1908
5 Year Trend
-3.2%
Revenue
$122.4 billion
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