General Motors

Supplier Quality - Dimensional Global Process Lead

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

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field preferred
  • 5+ years of automotive experience in engineering, manufacturing, operations, maintenance, or supplier quality
  • Knowledge of dimensional manufacturing processes
  • Experience leading technical projects and managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong communication skills to influence diverse audiences
  • Ability to travel up to 75% domestically and internationally

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the Global Process Lead and subject matter expert for dimensional manufacturing processes
  • Develop and improve global dimensional manufacturing standards and auditing methods
  • Lead a global network of Regional Leads for technical alignment and knowledge sharing
  • Provide guidance, coaching, and training to Regional Leads and cross-functional stakeholders
  • Evaluate supplier capability and manufacturing readiness
  • Lead audits and technical reviews of suppliers
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams for alignment and issue resolution

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model with in-office expectations
  • Collaborative environment with a focus on global supplier quality innovation
  • Opportunity to influence global manufacturing standards
  • Professional development through technical training and coaching opportunities
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Role

In pursuit of GM's vision of Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions, and Zero Congestion, the Global Supplier Quality organization is transforming how supplier manufacturing processes are developed, governed, and continuously improved across the globe.

The Dimensional Global Process Lead serves as the global subject matter expert responsible for developing, deploying, and governing dimensional manufacturing requirements and supplier quality standards. This role works across engineering, manufacturing, purchasing, suppliers, and supplier quality organizations to drive process excellence, supplier capability, and robust quality systems throughout the product lifecycle.

This is a unique opportunity for a highly motivated technical and organization leader who combines deep dimensional manufacturing expertise with strong problem-solving, collaboration, and continuous improvement skills. The successful candidate will help shape global strategy, influence manufacturing standards, and drive innovation across supplier quality landscape.

Scope of Responsibilities

Global Technical Leadership
  • Serve as the Global Process Lead and subject matter expert for dimensional manufacturing processes within Supplier Quality.
  • Develop, deploy, and continuously improve global dimensional manufacturing requirements, standards, auditing methods, and best practices.
  • Lead and develop a global network of Regional Leads by driving capability development, technical alignment, knowledge sharing, and consistent execution of dimensional manufacturing requirements across all regions.
  • Provide technical guidance, coaching, and training to Regional Leads, Supplier Quality Engineers, suppliers, and cross-functional stakeholders.
  • Drive global alignment and consistent execution of dimensional process controls and supplier quality expectations.

Supplier Development & Manufacturing Excellence
  • Evaluate supplier capability and manufacturing readiness for launches and production.
  • Review and approve supplier manufacturing, tooling, dimensional validation, and quality.
  • Lead supplier assessments, audits, workshops, and technical reviews.
  • Support containment activities, root cause analysis, corrective action development, and implementation of sustainable quality solutions.

Cross Functional Collaboration
  • Partner closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Quality, Program Management, and Supplier Quality teams.
  • Influence decision-making through technical expertise, data-driven analysis, and effective communication.
  • Collaborate across global regions, commodities, manufacturing systems, materials, and assembly types to drive alignment and issue resolution.


Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree (preferred in engineering or related technical field)
  • 5+ years of automotive experience in engineering, manufacturing, operations, maintenance, or supplier quality.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of dimensional manufacturing processes
  • Experience leading technical projects and managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence technical and non-technical audiences without direct authority.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently while effectively collaborating across global cross-functional teams.
  • Demonstrated ability to leverage, adopt, and apply digital technologies, data analytics, and knowledge management systems such as Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace tools for analysis, documentation, presentations, and collaboration.
  • Ability to travel up to 75% Domestically + Internationally


Preferred Qualifications
  • 10 years of automotive manufacturing, supplier quality, dimensional engineering, or process development experience.
  • Expertise in dimensional management systems, GD&T, measurement systems analysis, process controls, and manufacturing validation methodologies.
  • Experience with AIAG Core Tools, CQI assessments, supplier audits, and quality management systems.
  • Experience developing and delivering technical training, coaching, and capability-building programs.
  • Experience utilizing data visualization, business intelligence, reporting, and digital technologies to support decision-making and improve business performance.
  • Lean Manufacturing, DFSS, Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt, or Red X certification preferred.
  • Master's degree in engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, or Business preferred.
  • Experience with tooling systems, manufacturing operations, and quality systems
  • Master's degree in engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, or Business (preferred)
  • Red X, DFSS, Lean Manufacturing, or Six Sigma certifications preferred
  • Experience with Power BI, Excel and Googlesheets
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}.This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

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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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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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