Manufacturing Group Leader - Production - Fairfax - Kansas City, KS

Posted 4 days ago

msccnKansas City (KS)

Industrial Production Managers Automobile and Light Duty Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

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About the role

Group LeaderOur organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please follow the next steps. The General Motors Manufacturing Group is seeking to identify highly motivated and qualified individuals for current and potential future opportunities as a Group Leader. In anticipation of these openings becoming available, we welcome you to apply so we can begin the pre-screening and interview process.

The Role: As a Group Leader in Production, Quality, or Global Supply Chain (GSC), you will be responsible for leading teams of employees or technical personnel to drive operational excellence across manufacturing processes. This includes managing daily operations, developing and improving business processes, and fostering a culture of teamwork and collaboration. In this role, you may oversee production activities, quality assurance, inspection, problem-solving, and GM Built-in-Quality initiatives. You will be expected to apply independent judgment within the framework of Global Manufacturing Systems, with a strong focus on Safety, People, Quality, Responsiveness, Cost, and Environment (SPQRCE).

What You'll Do: (Responsibilities) Production & Operational Management Analyze and adjust daily manufacturing plans; manage manpower allocation and respond promptly to issues to maintain production flow. Manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, navigate ambiguity, and drive accountability through people and processes.

Continuous Improvement & Lean Practices: Improve business results using Lean Manufacturing; identify and eliminate waste for Safety, Quality, Throughput, and Cost. Develop and maintain Throughput Improvement Process action sheets; lead corrective and preventive actions.

Quality & Compliance: Enforce quality processes with customer safety at the center; perform critical confirmations and ensure compliance requirements. Drive quality through effective feedback/feedforward communication and resolve discrepancies promptly.

Leadership & Team Development:

Coach and mentor team members and Team Leaders to foster skill development and adherence to standard work practices.
Conduct disciplinary interviews, manage grievances, and collaborate with union partners effectively.
Data-Driven Decision MakingLocate and analyze operational data to support accountability and continuous improvement initiatives.
Specific physical requirements of the position include the ability to:
Work in a loud manufacturing environment that may not be climate controlled (conditions can be hot or cold)
Possess good physical stamina and coordination to frequently and repetitively:
Bend, twist, kneel, crouch and reach to perform work
Lift or carry materials weighing up to 15 lbs. and periodically carry or lift materials weighing up to 40 lbs.
Walk and stand for prolonged periods of time
Occasionally sit, climb (including ladders and lifts) and drive vehicles and equipment

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