General Assembly Process/Torque Engineer - 2nd Shift - Detroit-Hamtramck Assembly Center - Detroit-Hamtramck ASSY

Job Description

On-site: This position requires an employee to be on-site on a full-time basis

Our electric future is now! Factory ZERO is an automotive assembly plant at the cutting edge of product and manufacturing processes.  We strive for excellence in developing and sustaining the manufacturing enablers to quickly bring to market the most advanced and innovative automotive products to date.  The products being built at Factory ZERO encompass General Motors corporate vision of “Zero crashes, Zero emissions, Zero congestion.” This requires us to employ the most energetic, capable, and innovative talent to ensure we meet the challenges of developing the new manufacturing processes required to assemble amazing products. We offer a progressive and inclusive work environment that questions the status-quo daily to strengthen our reputation of being an incubator for new manufacturing processes and automation.  We value community outreach and have a strong presence in our neighborhoods.

The Role:

While working in Manufacturing Maintenance, you will be responsible for operations, maintenance and repair of plant equipment. Work requires the ability to make decisions based on established procedure. Work is of a technical nature using independent judgment within the limits of GMS; focusing on Safety, People, Quality, Responsiveness, Cost, and Environment (SPQRCE). Use of independent judgement. May involve training others. This position will take place on second shift.

What You'll Do:

• Responsible for Torque Engineering within GA Tech Support Group
• Manages Torque Engineering projects including new, replacement, operations improvements.
• Responsible to manage a 3rd party small tool team ensuring all T&E Bulletins and PCP’s are maintained and met
• Responsible to pass yearly Torque Audit
• Participates in functional area plant meetings and related functions to represent GA and to assist in improving the plant's performance goals
• Work with Manufacturing and Quality department in problem solving customer issues and developing short term corrective actions as well as long term irreversible solutions
• Manage process-related projects including installation of new or replacement equipment, continuous improvement initiatives, and periodic repair and refurbishment
• Occasionally lead maintenance team and supervise skilled trades to cover maintenance supervisor absence
• Occasionally work weekends
• Provides technical support and direction to support personnel within the organization
• Investigates system and equipment problems and provides technical input in problem resolution
• Works with Central office teams to promote common systems and best practices
• Develops cost estimates, investment forecasts, business cases, appropriation requests, and plans for process / torque related project activity
• Assists in the development of a project support plan between plant, GMNA, and contractor resources. 
• Assures common controls architecture for all new and revised tooling and equipment
• Maintains proficiency in their field
• Support TIP (throughput improvement process), GMS (global manufacturing systems) and BIQ4 (built in quality) initiatives
• Utilizes statistical methods for continuous improvement on plant systems
• Enforces safe work practices as the highest priority and implements objectives for ergonomics, health/safety, and housekeeping
• Maintains good working relationships with peers, hourly employees, union, management, supplier community and interfaces with necessary support functions outside of the assembly plant
• Mechanical/Electrical aptitude with the ability to grasp complex systems easily
• Develops and monitors planning timetables and project schedules
• Maintain compliance with all Process Control Plans and Tool and Equipment bulletins relevant to all General Assembly Equipment and Processes
• Maintain Error Proofing List and ensure all new or modified error proofing has passed User Acceptance Testing (UAT) requirements

Additional Job Description

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):

• Must be able to work on an off shift (2nd Shift)
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
• Leadership skills including planning, scheduling, and implementation of project work by unionized plant trades or outside contractors.
• Experience with Vehicle Assembly process equipment, knowledge of system engineering, software development & hardware integration.
• Thorough understanding of planned and predictive maintenance and the Maximo system.
• Thorough understanding of manufacturing safety policies
• Ability to work weekends managing trades to cover Group Leaders

What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):

• Highly developed knowledge of integration plant floor monitoring systems &/or simulation techniques.
• Experience/knowledge of GM-Global Manufacturing System (GMS).
• Knowledge of continuous improvement processes.
• Knowledge of Competitive Manufacturing Strategies
• Experience with Fluid Fill Process Equipment, Alignment and DVT Process Equipment, Glass Cell Process Equipment, General Assembly Error Proofing Equipment (EPP Preferred) and knowledge of Atlas torque controllers and guns.  

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

About GM

Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.

Why Join Us 

We aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

Benefits Overview

The goal of the General Motors total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan incudes, the following benefits, in addition to many others:
• Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, fathers and adoptive parents;
• Healthcare (including a triple tax advantaged health savings account and wellness incentive), dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family;
• Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement;
• Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values; 
• Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing;
• Discount on GM vehicles for you, your family and friends.

Diversity Information

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.   We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities. GM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statements

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