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Business Team Manager-May 2024
East Lansing
May 1, 2025
ABOUT GENERAL MOTORS
We are committed to advancing an all-electric future that is inclusive and accessible to all as we transition from automaker to platform innovator.
10,000+ employees
Consumer Goods & Services, Technology
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About Business Team Manager

  Description

  Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Lansing Delta Township Assembly on a full-time basis.

  The Role:

  As the Business Team Manager, you will be responsible for implementing and executing the established business process for an area of greater complexity in the production operations, while fostering an atmosphere of teamwork and cooperation. Work is of a technical nature using independent judgment within the limits of GMS, focusing on Safety, People, Quality, Responsiveness, Cost, and Environment (SPQRCE). The selected candidate will be placed on first or second shift and has potential to rotate between the two.

  What You'll Do (Responsibilities):

  Oversees normal production operations for a department sized area Leads regular daily meetings Coaches and teaches Group Leaders in department Promotes safe work environment with proper housekeeping standards and workplace organization Conducts safety talks, job instruction training, ergonomic evaluations, and safety incident report & investigation Provide environment which stimulates team member's involvement & personal growth by maintaining communications, soliciting suggestions, development training plan, attendance records, performance improvement, standardized work, support team meetings, job rotation, and work with UAW to resolve problems Understand and comply with the terms of local and national labor agreements Drive Departmental Success on imperatives and Business Plan Deployment targets, include data analytics (Open online Champion, Daily Manpower Placement and End of Shift Communications) Lead GM-GMS execution in area Have the managerial courage to lead Daily and Weekly expectations with authority across all functions within the department Manage Operational metrics (Safety, Quality, Throughput & Cost) - drive countermeasures within the Team Maintain awareness of quality standards and processes and leverage resources to solve quality problems Implement problem solving processes Liaise with customers for quality problems and co-ordinate countermeasures Respond to work environment to meet production schedule Ensure cost control achieves budget needs Cover for the Shift Leader or other Group Leaders in his/her absence Lead CI activities to continuously improve safety, throughput and quality Supports departmental initiatives to eliminate unnecessary energy usage and promotes recycling initiatives Be involved with extra-curricular such as PMN, WIM, GMAN, Career Ambassadors etc.

  Additional Description

  Your Skills and Abilities (Required Qualifications)

  Experience working in an assembly plant environment Experience managing large groups of people Group Leader experience Ability to work overtime and off-shift as needed Experience supervising employees in a union environment Very high level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others, motivate employees and elicit work output Ability to effectively assess and implement continuous improvement techniques Ability to work independently with initiative to achieve personal and company goals Highly developed oral and written communications skills Demonstrated leadership ability

  What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

  Bachelor's degree Experience in General Assembly Experience working in multiple locations Advanced understanding of manufacturing and assembly processes Experience/knowledge of GM Global Manufacturing System (GMS) Knowledge of continuous improvement processes (CIP) Proficient in Throughput Improvement Process (TIP) Experience in Kronos

  GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.

  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. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

  Total Rewards | Benefits Overview

  From day one, we're looking out for your well-being-at work and at home-so you can focus on realizing your ambitions. Learn how GM supports a rewarding career that rewards you personally by visiting Total Rewards resources.

  Diversity Information

  General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful 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 encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire

  Equal Employment Opportunity Statement (U.S.)

  General Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

  Accommodations (U.S. and Canada)

  General Motors offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us [email protected] or call us at 800-865-7580. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

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