General Motors

Ypsilanti and Willow Run CCA Safety Supervisor

General Motors • $80K — $95K *
Ypsilanti, MI 48197In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or related field, or equivalent experience
  • 4 years of experience in Safety, Environmental Manufacturing/Operations, or related field
  • Strong skills in facilitation, negotiation, and conflict resolution
  • Ability to take initiative and work independently
  • Well-developed analytical and project management skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficient in computer software applications

Responsibilities

  • Champion safety ownership and performance standards
  • Coach and develop Workplace Safety System champions
  • Drive compliance with GM and OSHA criteria
  • Collaborate as a Joint Ergonomics Technician
  • Analyze data for continuous improvement
  • Communicate cross-functionally to influence change
  • Promote a safety-first culture among team members and leaders

Benefits

  • Relocation benefits may be eligible
  • Opportunity to work in a technologically advanced environment
  • Engagement with safety committees and cross-functional teams
  • Experience working in a union environment
  • Direct involvement with robotic palletizing technologies
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Role

As the Safety Supervisor for the Customer Care and Aftersales Ypsilanti and Willow Run facilities, this position requires championing ownership of several elements and performance standards of the Workplace Safety System. This includes, but is not limited to, regulatory requirements, safe work practices, and monitoring and measuring. It also encompasses performance standards such as ergonomics, chemical control, noise, and design-in safety expectations. Key coordination and participation in Workplace Safety committees are also expected in this role.

The Ypsilanti and Willow Run facilities of the Customer Care and Aftersales Division are a mix of processing and warehousing utilizing newer packaging and storage technologies, including robotic palletizing cells. This role includes joint participation with UAW counterparts for Safety and Ergonomics in a UAW environment. A strong safety representation is essential to ensure that on-going operations meet all regulatory and GM requirements.

What You'll Do
  • Champion element and performance standards of safety ownership with excellence
  • Coach and develop other WSS champions to level 3 maturity expectation
  • Drive compliance in existing processes and ensure deployment of new technologies meet GM and OSHA criteria.
  • Be a strong participant in the role of Joint Ergonomics Technician
  • Analyze data and trends for continuous improvement opportunities
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with strong communication skills to influence others through change that meets overall business strategies
  • Be a positive force and cultural influence to keep safety a priority for all team members and leaders


Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
  • Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field, or equivalent experience
  • 4 years of experience in Safety, Environmental Manufacturing/ Operations, or related field
  • Strong social skills in facilitation, negotiation, and conflict resolution.
  • Ability to work independently, take initiative, and adhere to plans.
  • Well-developed analytical, interpersonal, and project management skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficient in computer software applications.
  • Ability to bend, twist, kneel, crouch, and reach to perform work tasks.
  • Capable of lifting or carrying materials weighing up to 15 pounds.
  • Occasionally required to sit, climb (including using ladders and lifts), and operate vehicles and equipment.


What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
  • Multiple site responsibility and evidence of collaborative streamlining of roles and/ or processes within relative job functions
  • Experience with robotic cell safety and functionality is highly desirable
  • Experience in a leadership role within a union environment is a plus


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.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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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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