Body Shop Launch Lead - Fort Wayne ASSY - Fort Wayne ASSY

Job Description

• Selected individual will support the global launch process including virtual builds, PPO builds, and pilot events
• Selected individual will incorporate safe work practices including the development of PPE requirements, safe operation setup, and proper guarding
• Selected individual will incorporate new content into current process utilizing the operation readiness process
• Selected individual will be responsible for a master dot process ensure all tasks are completed per the global development vehicle process including immersive technologies
• Selected individual will be responsible to develop and implement a three (3) shift training plan which will include immersive technologies, school builds, and FWA JIT training process
• Selected individual will be responsible to support tooling development and implementation
• Selected individual will be responsible to lead the development of change by footprint (CR process) partnering with Launch CORE, Vehicle Systems, Plant Maintenance, Safety, & I.E.’s
• Selected individual will be responsible for developing and implementing quality systems including PQS, torque, and error proofing.
• Selected individual will assist in implementation of engineering changes including EWO, TWO, ECR, & PTR processes.
• Selected individual will be responsible to document and resolve build issues utilizing the easel board process, PRTS process, and plant standardize work process. 
• Selected individual will be responsible for developing standardized work that meets the plant production schedule requirements
• Selected individual will be responsible to manage the SUPP budget through all accounts (2000 – 9000)
• Selected individual will be responsible to report out at various launch walls ensure proper escalation to leadership
• Selected individual will be responsible to capturing build issues and presenting the issues during build event wrap-up meetings including containment countermeasures for upcoming build events

Additional Job Description

College degree required

5 yrs of leadership experience in automotive manufacturing environment

Selected individual must have strong communication skills and possess the ability to work effectively with all people (TM, TL, GL, SL, Engineers, Maintenance, & Finance) in a cross functional environment
Selected individual must be able to work flexible hours across shifts and departments with extended travel.  
 Selected individual must be able to work plant downtime periods including holidays. 

 Selected individual must have production group leader experience and has competent skills in base line knowledge of the group leader roles and responsibility (Safety systems, Ergonomics, GMS, Problem Solving, Quality Systems, Change Management, Kronos, Standardize Work (SOS/JES), & APS
Selected individual must have strong project management skills with a self-motivated proactive behavior and is willing to make decisions with minimal oversight
Selected individual must possess continuous improvement behaviors and have the tenacity to fight for the operator in all aspects of the business (safety, people, quality, responsiveness, cost, & environment)
Selected individual must have a working knowledge of current assembly process
Selected individual must have strong computer skills capable of learning new software systems (TCvis, ICIDO, APM, ECM)

This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Fort Wayne Assy on a full-time basis

GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. PLEASE 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

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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.

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