General Motors

Future Program Ergonomist

General Motors$70K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 1+ years of experience with ergonomic analysis tools
  • 2+ years of experience in the automotive or manufacturing industry
  • Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology, Human Kinetics, Industrial Engineering, Systems Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering
  • Familiarity with 3D CAD software and Digital Human Modeling tools like Siemens Jack/Process Simulate

Responsibilities

  • Act as the ergonomic subject matter expert for new vehicle programs
  • Ensure ergonomics are implemented in all new manufacturing programs
  • Conduct ergonomic risk analyses using both virtual and physical methods
  • Collaborate with product design, manufacturing engineering, and other stakeholders
  • Resolve ergonomic issues by coordinating with the engineering team
  • Use 3D simulations to establish ergonomic parameters for assembly
  • Engage in initiatives to improve ergonomic processes prior to physical builds

Benefits

  • Hybrid working model with on-site requirements at least 3 times a week
  • Opportunity to collaborate with various engineering disciplines
  • Involvement in cutting-edge vehicle production processes
  • Engagement with union representatives for ergonomic solutions
  • Professional growth through continuous improvement initiatives
Full Job Description
Job Description

As a Future Program Ergonomist, you will be responsible for the identification and resolution of ergonomic issues which
will drive the reduction of injuries and manufacturing inefficiencies on GM's next generation of vehicles. The ability to work in a dynamic, fast paced
environment will be critical to your success. You will collaborate with other engineering disciplines, such as product design and
manufacturing, as well as outside suppliers and UAW representatives.

What You'll Do (Responsibilities)
• Act as the subject matter expert in the field of ergonomics, supporting launch and pre-production manufacturing ergonomic

activities for New & Major vehicle programs in Warren and our vehicle manufacturing sites across North America.
• Ensure manufacturing ergonomics requirements are implemented and met on all new vehicle programs.
• Conduct Ergonomic risk analysis of new product designs using virtual and physical assessment methodologies and establish threshold limit values.
• Work collaboratively with product designers, manufacturing engineering, industrial engineering and assembly plant personnel, including UAW and non-UAW.
• Manage all ergonomic issues to closure and coordinate follow-up through the appropriate engineering team.
• Use 3D Virtual Digital Human Model (DHM) simulations and 3D vehicle CAD to determine acceptable manufacturing ergonomic parameters for new vehicle product assembly.
• Participate in ergonomics initiatives/projects to continuously improve processes, solution left and design out ergonomic issues
before physical builds begin.
• Provide Future Program Ergonomic issue status and updates to Future Vehicle Program and Plant leadership.
• Provide timely written reports and updates on specific ergonomics projects, support analytics and lessons learned.
• Support manufacturing operations ergonomics by bringing current plant ergonomics issues to the appropriate design and
manufacturing engineers for resolution in order to design out similar ergonomic concerns on future programs.

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
• 1+ years of experience using ergonomic analysis tools
• 2+ years of automotive/ manufacturing/ or other relevant industry experience
• Bachelor's Degree in Kinesiology, Human Kinetics, Industrial Engineering, Systems Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering or technical field.
• Knowledge of 3D CAD software and Digital Human Modeling (Siemens Jack/Process Simulate)

What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
• Demonstrated ability to work with the UAW and other unions.
• Demonstrated ability to organize, plan and execute manufacturing and/or ergonomic manufacturing projects.
• Ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects and/or programs.
• High level of analytical ability and problem-solving skill
• An ability to focus on and work towards planned targets, overcoming obstacles, setbacks and uncertainty, using appropriate
processes.

This position is not eligible for ISP, ITAP, or localization.
Ability to travel is required.

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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

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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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