Descripción
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., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)
Onsite - This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Lockport on a full-time basis.
The Role
As a Maintenance Area Planner , you will be responsible for the supervision of salaried employees 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. Responsible for training others.
What You'll Do
In this role, you will oversee a small to medium group of salaried maintenance Group Leaders. Leads the maintenance and repair of plant equipment and facilities aligned with standard GM maintenance systems. You will conduct appropriate checks and communicate evaluation of results. Responsible for preventative maintenance and diagnosis of equipment malfunctions, recommend solutions to problems, and meet schedule and quality requirements in addition to the following responsibilities.
- Coordinate daily maintenance planning activities, including shift transition meetings and maintenance/production tie-ins to align priorities and resources.
- Review, prioritize, and schedule maintenance work in Maximo, including safety and non-safety PM compliance, open requests, and weekend project preparation.
- Support execution of preventive maintenance, long-term maintenance planning, and continuous improvement plans for the assigned area.
- Perform layered audits, safety observation tours, WPO walks, and other checks to reinforce safety, standardization, and workplace organization.
- Participate in safety meetings, problem-solving activities, D2/TIP discussions, glass wall reviews, and GMS board reviews to drive issue resolution and operational performance.
- Update weekly project assignments, coordinate with group leaders, and coach supervisors to maintain progress and accountability.
- Review purchasing requests, manage routine administrative needs, and maintain strong communication through email and plant systems.
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
- Bachelor's Degree and/or equivalent experience
- 3+ years experience in a leadership role
- Proven ability to solve complex problems
- Oral and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to coach, collaborate, and drive action across teams.
- Knowledge of basic mechanical concept
- Computer proficiency
- Ability to work cross functionally and collaboratively
What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
- Technical Degree
- Previous supervisory experience
- Ability to interpret blueprints and engineering drawings
- Knowledge of maintenance and construction standards and codes and applicable laws and regulations.
- Knowledge of basic math including trigonometry
- Working knowledge of computerized maintenance management systems such as Maximo.
- Experience with GMS, TPM, Andon/escalation processes, layered audits, or JIT training.
Compensation : The expected base compensation for this role is: $ 88,100 - $140,700. Actual base compensation within the identified range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.
Bonus Potential: An incentive pay program offers payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance.
Benefits: GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more.
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.)
Este puesto se clasifica como presencial. Esto significa que se espera que el candidato seleccionado se presente en una ubicación específica a tiempo completo.
Este puesto no es elegible para beneficios de reubicación. Los posibles costos de relocalización serán responsabilidad del candidato seleccionado.
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