General Motors

Process Engineer

General Motors • $80K — $95K *
Saginaw, MI 48601In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
  • At least 3 years of relevant experience in engineering roles
  • Proven track record in achieving results while considering technical and business aspects
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities for complex scenarios
  • Familiarity with methodologies such as 7 Diamonds and Red X
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Understanding of manufacturing processes and GMS, Quality Systems, and lean concepts

Responsibilities

  • Manage multiple complex projects on the plant floor
  • Develop innovative technical solutions using industry-standard processes
  • Collaborate with production teams to prevent defects and recommend improvements
  • Assess nonconforming parts and ensure thorough root cause analysis
  • Implement engineering changes effectively through PFCM
  • Drive throughput improvements to enhance productivity and yield
  • Facilitate communication between various teams including Engineering and Quality

Benefits

  • Eligible for relocation benefits
  • Onsite work at Saginaw, MI
  • Opportunities for overtime
  • Involvement in continuous improvement projects
  • Engagement with diverse, cross-functional teams
Full Job Description
Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to our Saginaw, MI location on a full-time basis. This role is primarily a 1st shift position supporting 2nd and/or 3rd shift when needed and overtime. This job may be eligible for relocation benefits. The Role: You will be responsible to Manage daily plant floor requests to support high level problem solving and develop quick containment action with robust long-term corrective actions. Present the teams with clear problem definition and technical guidance on complex problems. Support the plant in monitoring execution and compliance to the global quality requirements and GMS processes. Manage projects as requested by plant leadership. In this position you will be supporting an off shift, you will need to be able to work autonomously, with occasional guidance from supervision. What You'll Do (Responsibilities): • Manage multiple projects with broad scope and high degree of difficulty. • Generate unique technical solutions utilizing 7 Diamonds Process, Red X and other tools as applicable • Assist production and trades teams in prevention of defect occurrence and recommend process changes • Review of nonconforming parts and sub-assemblies for proper initial disposition and root cause follow-up • Coordinate engineering change implementation through PFCM • Support improvements through TIP (Throughput Improvement Process), ensure high-yield and productivity • Lead continuous improvement projects for product quality and process stability/capability • Close communication with multi-functional teams, including Production, Engineering, Quality, and GSC. Your Skills and Abilities (Required Qualifications): • Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience • 3+ years of relevant experience • Demonstrated ability to attain results, while balancing technical solutions with business imperatives • Solid analytical/problem solving skills with capability to identify solutions to unusual and complex problems • Generate technical solutions utilizing 7 Diamonds, Red X, DFMEA and other tools as applicable • Exercises independent judgment in managing complex and ambiguous tasks with minimal input from supervisor • Understanding of GMS, Quality Systems, and lean concepts • Thorough understanding of manufacturing processes. • Strong team orientation, availability and willingness to work off shift and weekend schedules. What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications): • Proficient in use of Flexnet, Q-Stat, FIT and VisMock-Up or UG • Understanding of Process Control Plans and Process Failure Modes Effect Analysis • Demonstrated effective use of Red X Problem Solving • Knowledge and experience in foundry operations Sponsorship: GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. 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

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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