Description

Factory ZERO is our first, all-electric automotive assembly plant and the blueprint of General Motors' electric future! We have a corporate vision of “Zero crashes, Zero emissions, Zero congestion.” Our most novel products like the Hummer EV and our very first autonomous vehicle, Cruise Origin will be assembled right in this facility. This requires us to employ the most upbeat, capable, and innovative talent to ensure we meet the challenges of developing the new manufacturing processes required to assemble these outstanding products! We offer a multifaceted and inclusive work environment that questions the status-quo daily to strengthen our reputation. Selected candidates will have the opportunity to learn new skills and actively play an integral role in the development of new processes here at Factory Zero.

Job Description:

The Plant Lean Material Systems (LMS) Lead will develop and execute all phases of LMS to create the most efficient, leanest designs for the entire GM Enterprise. This individual will work with all levels of a cross functional team to drive CIP, support launch execution & steady state improvements, and drive established best practices. The LMS Lead will also manage funding for Material & LMS Launch initiatives, develop / understand long-term Material & LMS Vision for the plant. Plan and support execution of all Plant Lean Material Strategies including material flow, material routings, storage space requirements, mobile equipment, layout development, storage areas, kitting, small lot strategy, sequence planning, PFEP, etc.

Roles/Responsibilities:

Implement standardize material flow and material handling processes and measure plant compliance

Drive Material Planning Metrics (DPP & DPPN) to be applied in North America

Develop efficient Material Route Planning (GMOS), Dock Strategies, and Material Flow

Develop & track to Master Dot milestones & Deliverables

Support the Plant Manufacturing and Launch teams and PFMEA/SFMEA processes

Develop and apply Lean Material Strategies (LMS) using the Material Matrix to ensure most efficient material presentation to Mfg. Operators.

Drive & execute common standards, processes, and lean designs.

Integrate Lean Manufacturing and GM-Global Manufacturing System (GMS) principles

Drive problem solving issues for throughput and quality issues and support BIQ objectives

Analyze existing operations and propose continuous improvements (CI)

Monitor adherence to recommended safety procedures and ergonomic guidelines

Facilities design, layout, and processes that reduce cost/ achieve operational efficiencies.

Provide support for execution and readiness activities related to steady state and major launches.

Drive implementation of best practices and standardized performance metrics across all GA assembly operations

Additional Description

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Material, Packaging, Industrial, Supply Chain) or equivalent experience

2-5 years in a manufacturing assembly plant environment

High level of expertise with Microsoft Office Software.

Knowledge of Supply Chain Processes

Preferred:

Proficient with AutoCAD, FactoryCAD or equivalent, MS-Office tools (Excel, Access, Project, Word, and PowerPoint)

Launch Experience

Knowledge of GMS Standards/Principles

Special notes:

Extended working hours, and varying shift schedules may be required to support Program Development and Launch Execution.

About GM

Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.

Why Join Us

We aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

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Diversity Information

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities. GM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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