Advanced Manufacturing Technician - Gear Center

Description

At General Motors, our product teams are redefining mobility. Through a human-centered design process, we create vehicles and experiences that are designed not just to be seen, but to be felt. We are turning today’s impossible into tomorrow’s standard—from breakthrough hardware and battery systems to intuitive design, intelligent software, and next-generation safety and entertainment features.

Every day, our products move millions of people as we aim to make driving safer, smarter, and more connected, shaping the future of transportation on a global scale.

Job Description

As an Advanced Manufacturing Technician in our Gear Center, you will support prototype and low-volume manufacturing operations with a strong emphasis on CNC lathe and mill setup, operation, troubleshooting, and programming. You will collaborate closely with Product Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, equipment suppliers, and plant personnel to develop, optimize, and sustain machining processes, tooling, fixtures, and equipment. You will provide hands-on technical guidance to enable safe, efficient, and repeatable machining processes that meet product and manufacturing requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Adhere to all plant safety standards, complete required corporate training, and promote a safe work environment.

• Maintain safe operations by following all safety procedures and regulations.

• Set up, operate, troubleshoot, and optimize CNC lathes, mills, and related machining equipment.

• Develop, edit, prove out, and optimize CNC programs to support prototype and production machining requirements.

• Collaborate with machining equipment suppliers on programming, setup, and preparation of equipment and tooling.

• Read, understand, and interpret part drawings, gear and spline charts, specifications, orthographic drawings, machining parameters, and GD&T requirements.

• Select, develop, and support tooling, fixtures, workholding, offsets, and cutting parameters for machining applications.

• Define machining equipment and process requirements to support manufacturing needs.

• Implement engineering changes driven by product requirements.

• Support development and testing of advanced manufacturing process technologies.

• Partner with engineering functions, suppliers, and plant personnel to implement cost reductions, process improvements, and product enhancements.

• Establish and improve operational methods and work standards using sound manufacturing techniques.

• Analyze existing machining operations and recommend improvements in cycle time, tool life, quality, repeatability, and equipment utilization.

• Optimize the use of floor space, materials, tooling, and equipment.

• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, fixture, and process issues and lead problem-solving activities within the team.

• Support preventive maintenance activities by following manufacturer instructions, identifying malfunctions, and escalating issues when needed.

• Maintain continuity across shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and ongoing needs.

• Document production-related activities and maintain accurate technical and operational records.

• Work with Product Engineers and Manufacturing Engineers to support part validation and manufacturing-related problem solving.

• Attend weekly team meetings and participate in layered audits as required.

• Provide technical expertise on custom projects supporting GM Racing, GM Defense, EV, and battery programs.

• Support quality requirements through adherence to standard processes and non-conforming material procedures.

• Be available to work weekends, overtime, and off shifts as needed.

Required Skills and Experience

• Demonstrated technical knowledge of Gear Center operations.

• Strong hands-on experience with CNC lathes and mills, including setup, operation, adjustment, and troubleshooting.

• Strong CNC programming capability, including program creation, editing, prove-out, and optimization for machining performance and repeatability.

• Experience with tooling selection, fixture development, workholding methods, offsets, and machining parameter optimization.

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, gear and spline data, and GD&T requirements.

• Understanding of engineering theory and principles related to mechanical and electrical systems in manufacturing equipment.

• High level of analytical ability to solve unusual and complex problems.

• Ability to reverse engineer and build to a specified product design with minimal to no assistance.

• Experience improving machining processes for quality, throughput, tool life, and equipment efficiency.

• Effective interpersonal and communication skills to work with cross-functional partners and achieve shared goals.

• Ability to manage multiple complex projects and assignments with a high level of autonomy and accountability for results.

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in ambiguous situations and adapt to change.

• Knowledge of GM Global Manufacturing System (GMS) and lean manufacturing principles.

• Knowledge of work measurement and work standards.

• Proficiency with engineering and manufacturing software, including Microsoft Office, Teams, AutoCAD, Teamcenter, Siemens NX, and related systems.

• Demonstrated ability to drive SPQRCE business performance metrics.

• Demonstrated ability to implement GMS principles.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Consistent demonstration of inclusive behaviors.

• Experience and ability to provide advanced training on machining equipment, including lathe, mill, and grinding operations.

Education

• BS in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or

• 10+ years of experience in prototype manufacturing, CNC machining, and CNC programming

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.

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