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Launch Manager - Artisan Center

  • Localização
    • Warren, Michigan
  • Tipo de trabalho Full time
  • Postou
  • Job Requisition JR-202619207

Descrição

Artisan Center Launch Manager (ACLM) – Global Artisan Innovation Center (GAIC)

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’re 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.

Role:  

Do you have experience in program management? Does the process of bringing an idea or design into reality appeal to you? Are you capable of bringing diverse team members together in order to execute complex programs and build events? Are you comfortable working with engineering and manufacturing leadership and teams, as well as the technically skilled individuals that are tasked with the physical build of properties? Can you operate in high visibility situations? Are you a creative problem solver? Are you a self-starter and do you take initiative? Are you highly adaptable and able to manage change? Are you innovative? Do you support and desire an inclusive environment.  If you are, the position of ACLM is the role for you!

About Pre-Production Operations:

All GM vehicles first launch at the Global Artisan Innovation Center (GAIC).  Our team members are the first to integrate new innovations into vehicle programs for validation prior to saleable assembly to the public. As the industry is evolving, GAIC is adapting to change. Aside from building pre-production properties, we are a low volume production facility producing highly crafted bespoke vehicles for high profile customers. GAIC is one of the leading production facilities in General Motors that has vast experience in ICE and EV manufacture. We are currently developing multiple business channels that make working in our facility exciting and full of professional opportunities. We are constantly integrating new technologies such as robotics, new body joining technologies, 3D printing, advanced electrical architectures, & virtual reality assembly builds using the latest innovations available.

Every member of the GAIC team contributes to a thriving environment of professionals committed to successfully integrating people, product and processes to produce the highest quality test ready & low volume production properties possible.

What You’ll Do:

This position is within General Motors’ Manufacturing Engineering organization, specifically the Global Artisan Innovation Center facilities, and is responsible for leading engineering, manufacturing, validation, quality, and supply chain efforts to ensure the successful execution of build events, and special projects. This role requires the ability to work collaboratively across many functions to drive program success. As an ACLM you will be responsible for the planning, readiness, execution, escalation, and the accurate reporting of status for every project/program managed. A strong sense of urgency, solid communication skills, and a collaborative work ethic are skills that will lend to success. You will be exposed to a large variety of corporate functions and staff through the process of performing your duties. As an ACLM, you will develop solid leadership skills that will become part of or further advance your skillset.

Key  Responsibilities:

  • Develop the most cost-effective build strategy with your team

  • Coordinate virtual reality build events.

  • Engage global teams as required.

  • Lead all planning & readiness activities to support pre-production, low volume production and special projects as assigned.

  • Hold stakeholders accountable to the required deliverables

  • Manage change  

  • Support quality processes

    • Quality Wall

    • Issue identification and solution demonstrations

  • Support build floor activities

    • Daily production meetings

    • Easel board reviews

    • Escalation process

    • Build site direction communications (BSDs)

    • Continuous improvement endeavors

  • Assure test ready properties

  • Support GAIC program execution meetings (Timing Workshops, VAPIR, etc….)

  • Support achievement of Business Plan Deployment (BPD) objectives following Global Manufacturing System (GMS) principles

Your Skills and Abilities:

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

  • Good oral and written communication skills

  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint presentation creations

  • High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others

  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and with others

  • Demonstrated ability to manage numerous issues and work on projects simultaneously

  • Demonstrated ability to lead and support cross functional team activities

  • Demonstrated technical and professional skills in job related area

  • Bachelor’s Degree in a technical or project management similar field

What will give you a competitive advantage:

  • Knowledge of Pre-Production Operations and Vehicle Build Processes, including Low Volume Production

  • Strong technical understanding of manufacturing, quality, project management, or engineering processes

  • Knowledge of General Motors specific processes and business acumen

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.)

Esta função é classificada como presencial. Isso significa que o candidato selecionado deverá trabalhar presencialmente em tempo integral.

Informações sobre diversidade

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Declaração de Igualdade de Oportunidades de Emprego (EUA)

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Adaptações (EUA e Canadá)

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