Job Description 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. Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Bedford Casting Operations on a full-time basis. The Role: Bedford Casting Operations is a unique GM castings supplier. We create engine blocks, transmission cases, EV drive unit housings, and vehicle structural components via world-class casting technologies. This means we can support both ICE and EV operations with production proliferation capable of adjusting to market demands. The selected candidate will have the opportunity to learn new skills and play an active role in developing new processes/procedures and implementing continuous improvement.
The Quality Shift Leader will be assigned to our Quality Dept. as the lead for an operations team. The Quality Shift Leader will lead/support Global Manufacturing System (GMS) initiatives across multiple departments and may function as a GMS Subject Matter Expert (SME). The Quality Shift Leader will proactively and reactively lead quality improvement initiatives across multiple departments by effectively using personnel, material, equipment, and standardized work. The Quality Shift Leader will be expected to leverage opportunities, solve problems, and coach/train employees. What You'll Do (Responsibilities): Ensure employees have adequate training and resources to perform their duties safely Build and maintain quality relationships across departments Manpower coordination across shifts, vacation planning, and OT scheduling/rotation Conduct huddles with employees Coach and Teach employees Maintain awareness of quality standards, communicate department quality goals and utilize resources to solve quality issues Support BPD initiatives and countermeasures Drive PPM and IPPM metric improvements Support the Fast Response process Initiate and provide support for containments Participate in various GMS Audits Support day-to-day operations Perform start of shift procedures; including cross shift communication Attend production ops meetings Perform end of shift processes Support Cost Council initiatives Additional Job Description Your Skills and Abilities (Required Qualifications): BSE, BBA, or equivalent technical degree 5+ years of Quality, Casting, and/or Machining experience Ability to work OT and off-shift as needed Understanding of Process Control Plans (PCP) and Process Failure Modes Effects Analysis (PFMEA) requirements Business Plan Deployment process knowledge Experience with Budget planning/management Relevant GMS experience Proficient knowledge of geometric design and tolerancing (GD&T). Demonstrated knowledge of probability, statistical quality control and design of experiments Ability to travel to other sites as needed What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications): Master's degree in Business or Engineering is a plus Technical and Quality Certifications are a plus Demonstrated knowledge of statistical methods as applied to process control Demonstrated ability in managing complex and ambiguous tasks with minimal input from supervisor Ability to interpret product part prints Op Ex / Red X certification Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Demonstrated knowledge of quality systems and gaging methods This job may be eligible for relocation benefits. 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.
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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.
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