Launch Production Lead

 Work Arrangement: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Saginaw on a full-time basis.

Relocation benefits may be available for this role.

The Role:

As a Launch Lead, you will have Supervisory responsibility for small/medium cross functional group of employees responsible for the implementation and execution of the Launch Deliverables and retool of equipment. This position will require fostering teamwork and communication between different functions and shifts. The work is of a technical nature using independent judgement within the limits of GMS; focusing on Safety, People, Quality, Responsiveness, Cost, and Environment (SPQRCE). There is a need to be able to deal with complex problems and lead continuous improvement projects, while scheduling to meet important deadlines and build dates.

What you will do:

• Promote safe work practices and achieve objectives for Ergonomics and Health & Safety

• Work closely with the Execution Team to develop the plan for all upgrades and builds

• Work closely with cross functional teams to implement GMS

• Lead cross functional Launch Team to achieve Launch Deliverables

• Implement Operational Readiness and create plan for 100% completion by Start Of Regular Production

• Communicate between different shifts/departments/functions

• Drive Continuous Improvement initiatives to establish run at rate deliverables

• Validate Manufacturing and Quality processes during Launch

• Builds and maintains good working relationships with employees, union, and management

• Coach, teach, counsel and mentor Group Leaders in these responsibilities

• Participate in the selection of new employees and trains, develops and evaluates salaried and hourly employees, and the development of highly effective teams

• Occasional Travel may be required to support launch activities (less than 10%)

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):

• Knowledge of quality control procedures, manufacturing processes and management systems as they relate to production operations

• 5 years +of leadership experience with Manufacturing Operations / Planning

• Working knowledge of Workplace Safety System (WSS)

• Experience/knowledge of GM Global Manufacturing System (GMS) 

• Knowledge of continuous improvement processes (CIP) 

• Willing to work OT and off shifts as needed

• High level of analytical ability where problems are unusual and difficult

• High level of oral and written communication skills

• Experience working in a cross functional team environment

What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

• Shift leader experience

• Launch experience

• Bachelor’s degree

• High level of analytical ability where problems are unusual and difficult   

• High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others 

• High level of oral and written communication skills