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Job Description
On-site: This position requires an employee to be on-site on a full-time basis.
There’s never been a more exciting time to work at GM’s Oshawa Assembly.
At Oshawa Assembly, we’re starting a brand-new chapter and are already building both the Chevrolet Silverado HD and LD trucks in less than a year.
We’re on the journey to achieve our vision of a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion, and building quality trucks play an integral role in helping us fund this future.
We’re looking for new team members to help bring this vision to life in Oshawa. Starting from day one, we’re creating a workplace where we work as One Team and embrace a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and supported. We want those who are bold, innovative, ready to take on challenges, and strive for excellence. Our journey is just beginning, and we want you to be a part of it.
Selected candidates will learn new skills and actively play an integral role in the development of new plant processes and people. The opportunities at Oshawa Assembly are endless as we build the organization from the ground up and shape it into a Workplace of Choice.
Join our team today!
The Role
The Packaging Engineer will be responsible for providing direction, coordination, and follow-up for all aspects of containers for the plant, current and launch. Responsible for studying and planning operations for the effective utilization of personnel, material, equipment, and facilities where decisions are made within the limits of general practices and policies. Work independently under general direction of a supervisor. Work involves a considerable amount of perception and initiative in order to make decisions. The selected candidate will provide Packaging Engineering support to Operations and Lead cross-functional teams on significant projects to improve processes that affect Quality, Productivity, and Cost.
What You'll Do (Responsibilities)
Interact with Global Supply Chain, Containerization, Quality, Operations, Logistics, Controls engineering, and supplier(s)
Perform Packaging Engineering testing methods and processes to improve Quality
Assist in establishing operational methods and work standards using various measurement techniques
Analyzes existing operations and proposes cost justified improvements
Optimize use of floor space, materials, personnel, and equipment using Lean Manufacturing Strategies
Identify and coordinate implementation of density improvements
Manage buy-off processes with all affected parties within the plant for new and modified containers
Coordinate with development and Implementation of packaging specifications for current and new product programs
Responsibility for leading Short-Lead Time initiatives that pertain to packaging
Responsibility for supplier shipping label compliance
Act as back-up to plant Dangerous Goods Coordinator
Oversee management of container loops for all returnable containers
Manage damaged/ repair process for all returnable containers
Assist in management of containments related to container dunnage changes/ repacks/ sorts
Additional Job Description
Your Skills and Abilities (Required Qualifications)
Bachelor’s degree with a major in engineering, packaging engineering or related field and/ or equivalent experience
Minimum 2+ years of packaging engineering experience
Strong knowledge of Lean Materials Strategies
Proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)
Experience in packaging testing standards
Ability to travel as needed on a local scale
Strong written and oral communication skills
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects, effective project planning in terms of resources, strategies, cost, and time, with ability to meet project timelines
Relatively high level of analytical ability where problems are complex
Knowledge of basic manufacturing and assembly processes
Knowledge of Workplace Safety Systems pertaining to Safe Handling, Stacking, Storage of containers
Demonstrated technical and professional skills in job-related area required
Proficient in Dangerous Goods/ Haz-Mat material requirements
What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
Packaging Engineer with Industrial Engineering experience or interest preferred
Knowledge of computer software as it pertains to engineering preferred
Previous Packaging Engineer assignment preferred
Dangerous Goods experience
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.
Benefits Overview
The goal of the General Motors of Canada total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan currently includes the following benefits, in addition to many others:
Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and supplemental benefits for pregnancy, parental and adoption leave;
Healthcare, dental, and vision benefits;
Life insurance plans to cover you and your family;
Company and matching contributions to a Defined Contribution Pension plan to help you save for retirement;
GM Vehicle Purchase Plan for you, your family and friends.
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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.
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.
We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities. Should you be contacted by General Motors of Canada, please advise if you require accommodation. General Motors of Canada values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.
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