General Motors

Manufacturing Engineering Manager - General Assembly Integration & Execution

General Motors • $100K — $130K *
Warren, MI 48089In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 7+ years of manufacturing engineering experience with expertise in engineering practices and processes.
  • 3+ years of supervisory or management experience, demonstrating team leadership skills.
  • Proven ability to deliver projects in a manufacturing environment, particularly in equipment installation and construction.
  • Strong knowledge of project management methodologies like Agile and Six Sigma for effective execution.
  • Experience with manufacturing processes and equipment, enabling comprehensive project planning and execution.
  • In-depth understanding of lean manufacturing principles to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
  • Familiarity with safety regulations to maintain a safe working environment.
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor a team of engineers, providing guidance and performance feedback.
  • Develop and implement project plans, timelines, and budget requirements.
  • Monitor project progress, identify roadblocks, and mitigate risks to ensure on-time delivery.
  • Ensure compliance with engineering standards and safety regulations throughout project execution.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to facilitate successful product launches.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing engineering and supply chains.
  • Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to enhance project integration.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for domestic travel of up to 50-75%, enhancing professional network and exposure.
  • Leadership role that offers significant decision-making authority and impact on manufacturing processes.
  • Onsite position at a prominent facility, providing direct involvement in cutting-edge engineering projects.
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Role

The Engineering Group Manager - GA Flawless Launch is responsible for leading a team of engineers focused on the successful execution of manufacturing engineering projects. This includes overseeing all aspects of project implementation, from initial processing, design and development to final production launch at the assembly site.

The Group Manager will work closely with cross-functional teams, including strategic suppliers, operations, quality, and supply chain to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This individual will be involved with setting the direction for the future of our manufacturing process. This position takes on a high level of independent decision making and communication as the lead GA ME onsite during project installation and startup.

In addition to launch execution leadership, this role also supports key General Assembly integration needs, including alignment to BOE strategies and standards, brownfield integration studies, future program planning, and plant-facing execution requirements that enable scalable GA automation solutions.

Work Arrangement

Onsite - this position requires the employee to be onsite five days a week. Primary work location will be the General Motors Global Technical Center in Warren, MI. This position has the potential to require domestic travel of up to 50-75%.

What You Will Do
  • Lead and mentor a team of engineers, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback.
  • Develop and implement project plans, investment required, timelines, and budgets.
  • Monitor project progress, identify and resolve roadblocks, and mitigate risks.
  • Ensure adherence to engineering standards, best practices, bill of process, bill of equipment, safety, and regulatory requirements.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth project execution and successful product launches.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives within Manufacturing Engineering, Strategic Suppliers, and Product Engineering.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Maintain and meet project budgets/forecasts and drive cost reduction initiatives.
  • Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies in manufacturing engineering.
  • Support GA integration planning activities such as BOE alignment, by-site migration and turn planning, and execution readiness for plant implementation.


Required Qualifications
  • 7+ years of experience in a manufacturing engineering role, demonstrating expertise in engineering practices and processes.
  • 3+ years of experience in a supervisory or management capacity, showcasing the ability to lead teams effectively and drive results.
  • Proven track record of successfully delivering projects within a manufacturing environment, including equipment installation and construction, highlighting your capability to manage complex initiatives.
  • Strong proficiency in project management methodologies, such as Agile and Six Sigma, ensuring efficient project execution and continuous improvement.
  • Experience with processing equipment, throughput, and comprehensive understanding of manufacturing processes, enabling effective design and production.
  • In-depth knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies, fostering operational efficiency and waste reduction.
  • Strong understanding of safety regulations and procedures, ensuring a safe working environment for all team members.
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment, demonstrating the ability to thrive in fast-paced settings.
  • Experience with reliability and maintainability of processing equipment, standalone availability, and throughput.
  • Familiarity with robotics and automation technologies, contributing to innovative manufacturing solutions.
  • Experience with data analysis and statistical process control, enabling informed decision-making and process optimization.
  • Experience with GA BOE integration, brownfield implementation studies, plant execution planning, read-across development, or GA standards work.
  • Master's degree in engineering.

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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* Ladders Estimates

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