General Motors

Maintenance & Engineering Manager (RESS & Paint)

General Motors • $90K — $120K *
Spring Hill, TN 37174In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
2 days ago
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Proven leadership experience managing maintenance and engineering teams.
  • Strong technical judgment with hands-on project management skills.
  • Ability to develop and train team members effectively.
  • Experience in creating and managing budgets and project forecasts.
  • Knowledge of GMS principles and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

  • Provide leadership and direction to engineering and maintenance teams.
  • Lead maintenance and repair efforts for plant equipment and facilities.
  • Specify and plan project requirements and timelines.
  • Establish strategic directions and solve operational problems.
  • Ensure compliance with labor agreements and corporate policies.
  • Communicate effectively with leadership and external partners.
  • Manage multiple complex projects with high autonomy and accountability.

Benefits

  • Potential eligibility for relocation benefits.
  • Opportunity for professional development and training.
  • Work in a people-centered, collaborative environment.
  • Autonomy in project management and decision-making.
  • Participation in driving safety and quality improvements.
Full Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a strong, people-centered leader to serve as our Maintenance and Engineering Manager in both our Battery RESS and Paint Shop areas. In this role, you will lead a large group of salaried maintenance group leaders and technical support personnel responsible for project evaluation, planning and timing, operations, and the maintenance and repair of plant equipment and facilities.

This position requires a high level of technical judgment, creativity, and discernment in decision-making. The successful candidate will work independently within the limits of GMS while driving results across Safety, People, Quality, Responsiveness, Cost, and Environment (SPQRCE). This role also carries significant responsibility for developing people, training others, and building a high-performing organization.
Key Responsibilities
  • Provide leadership and direction to the engineering team
  • Lead the maintenance and repair of plant equipment and facilities
  • Specify project requirements, planning, and timing
  • Set strategy, solve problems, and establish schedule and quality expectations
  • Manage one or more departments where work requires technical expertise, sound judgment, and independent decision-making
  • Ensure compliance with local and national labor agreements
  • Implement divisional and corporate policies, as well as safety and housekeeping practices
  • Collaborate frequently with partners outside the immediate work group
  • Communicate effectively with plant leadership and staff
  • Drive the effective use of personnel, materials, and equipment
  • Lead the selection of new employees and support training, development, and performance evaluation
  • Establish clear courses of action to complete jobs and projects successfully
  • Manage multiple complex projects and assignments with a high level of autonomy and accountability
  • Demonstrate initiative by improving output and supporting others beyond assigned work
  • Apply strong project management skills and coach direct reports for improved performance
  • Create and manage budgets and forecasts within the assigned area
  • Build and apply deep knowledge of GMS principles in daily operations and decision-making
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 onsite. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location on a full-time basis. The selected candidate will be required to travel <25% for this role. This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.

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
NASDAQ
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