Description
Work Arrangement:
Onsite : This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Oshawa Assembly on a full-time basis
About GM:
At General Motors we pride ourselves on designing, building and selling the world's best vehicles. We are seeking a new generation of visionaries to help launch bold engineering and business initiatives, and shape new directions for General Motors. As an intern or co-op student through our EXCEL (Exploring Careers through Experiential Learning) Program you will gain hands-on career specific experiences to maximize your real world potential.
The Role:
As a Production Group Leader, the individual is responsible for supervising a group of employees involved in production, or operations. The group is responsible for quality products in a safe, and timely manner! Also, the Co-Op student will be responsible for reducing costs, eliminating waste, and improving safety practices. Together with other Group Leaders, you are part of a team supporting business objectives, and maintaining operation at a world-class level! Some of the problem-solving work is of a technical nature. This type of work requires the ability to make timely decisions within specified limits, that the individual can effectively cope with change, and can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty.
Furthermore, the Production Group Leader can expect to be collaborating on innovation challenges, interacting with industry leaders, attending professional trade events, and volunteering for community service activities.
Key Responsibilities:
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Supervise hourly represented employees in a unionized environment
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Implement Health & Safety laws, and promote a safe work environment
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Ensure quality levels are maintained and improved every day
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Maintain and exceed efficiency levels through continuous improvements
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Effective use of personnel, material and equipment
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Align with terms of local and national labour agreements
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Maintain department records and complete various administrative tasks
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Supervise and achieve business plan objectives and targets
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Shift rotations and flexible to work weekends and overtime as required
Qualifications:
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Pursuit of a Bachelor's (3rd or 4th year) or Master's degree in one of the following areas: Engineering (ex. Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Automotive, Chemical, etc), Business
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Eligible to work full-time (40 hours per week) in Canada and for 8, 12, or 16-month term (2-4 consecutive semesters) starting May 2025
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Willing to work in a plant environment and flexible hours (shift work, weekends, and overtime to meet business needs)
Preferred Qualifications:
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Prior manufacturing experience, knowledge of production environments, and in automotive industry are considered assets
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Previous supervisory, or team leading experience
Desired Skills:
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Outstanding leadership, interpersonal, and relationship management skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with varying levels of the organization
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to distill complex subjects to a wider audience
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High level of integrity, ability to deal with ambiguity, takes initiative/self-directed
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Evidence of strong character with integrity, honesty, accountability and trust
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Consistently demonstrates innovative thinking that is customer-centric
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Excellent project management skills and the proven ability to manage numerous projects at any given
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Possess strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
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Fundamental digital literacy including understanding of MS Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint
PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU DO NOT NEED SPONSORSHIP TO WORK IN CANADA NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. WE ARE UNABLE TO CONSIDER CANDIDATES WHO REQUIRE SPONSORSHIP.
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Renseignements sur la diversité
General Motors est résolue à être un lieu de travail qui est non seulement exempt de discrimination illégale, mais aussi un endroit qui favorise véritablement l'inclusion et l'appartenance. Nous sommes convaincus que la diversité de la main-d'œuvre permet de créer un environnement dans lequel nos employés peuvent s'épanouir et développer de meilleurs produits pour nos clients. Nous encourageons les candidats intéressés à consulter les principales responsabilités et compétences requises pour chaque rôle et à postuler à tout poste qui leur correspond. Dans le cadre du processus de recrutement, les candidats peuvent devoir, le cas échéant, réussir une évaluation liée au poste ou une présélection d'emploi avant d'être embauchés. Pour en savoir plus, consultez notre processus de recrutement.
Déclaration concernant l'égalité d'accès à l'emploi (É.-U.)
General Motors est fière d'être un employeur souscrivant au principe de l'égalité d'accès à l'emploi. Tous les candidats qualifiés seront pris en compte, sans égard à la race, à la couleur, à la religion, au sexe, à l'orientation sexuelle, à l'identité de genre, à l'origine ethnique, aux situations de handicap ou au statut protégé d'ancien combattant.
Aménagements (É.-U. et Canada)
General Motors offre des occasions à tous les chercheurs d'emploi, y compris les personnes handicapées. Si vous avez besoin d'un accommodement raisonnable pour vous aider dans votre recherche d'emploi ou la soumission de votre candidature, envoyez-nous un courriel à l'adresse Careers.Accommodations@GM.com ou appelez-nous au 800 865-7580. Veuillez inclure dans votre courriel une description spécifique du type d'accommodement demandé, ainsi que le titre d'emploi et le numéro de demande du poste auquel vous postulez.