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GPS Execution Lead - Tonawanda
GPS Execution Lead - Tonawanda-May 2024
Buffalo
May 4, 2026
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About GPS Execution Lead - Tonawanda

  Job Description

  On-site: This position requires an employee to be on-site on a full-time basis

  What You'll Do:

  Engineer, Design, Build and Implement machinery, tools & equipment for the Double Down Manufacturing Optimization Projects in propulsion.

  Coaching / Mentoring / Training of newer / less experienced team members

  Equipment Runoff @ OEM

  Collaboration with the Operations Team on Program Deliverables

  PFMEAs Review / Simulation Review / Control Plans / Launch Deliverables

  Plant Equipment Install / Debug / Launch / Continuous Improvement

  Establishes equipment installation board and review weekly/daily with OEM and contractors

  Develop and lead the PPAP review meetings in area of responsibility utilizing the PPAP checklist, capturing exceptions.

  Lead the lessons learned gathering activity and feedback the information to the central process team for BOE/BOP updates

  Closure of all ME open issues for Launch Deliverables

  Direct the design, construction, integration, plant installation, successful launch and continuous improvement of equipment and tools required in plants to produce high-quality parts and propulsion products.

  Monitor expenditures and timing for the program and/or equipment, ensuring spending stays within allocated budget.

  Provide technical direction to less experienced execution engineers.

  Flexibility to work during holidays and weekends to support installation of equipment at Plants.

  Provide technical direction to and oversight of outside vendor sources.

  Develop and test of advanced process technology.

  Equipment Runoff @ OEM.

  Develop and maintain necessary documentation (PFD, PFMEA, PCP)

  Leverage GD&T skillsets to ensure manufacturing equipment, tooling, assembly processes, and quality verifications procedures meet design requirement.

  Knowledge of or experience with Bill of Equipment (BOE), Bill of Process (BOP), Bill of Sediment Elimination (BOSE) and Bill of Operations (BOO).

  Travel as required.

  Collaboration with the Operations Team on Program Deliverables:

  PFMEAs Review / Simulation Review / Control Plans / Launch Deliverables.

  Plant Equipment Install / Debug / Launch / Continuous Improvement.

  Project management for the manufacturing optimization Execution.

  Follow standardized processes as defined in PoME for program execution.

  Participate in the Launch Wall meetings.

  Establishes equipment installation board and review weekly/daily with OEM and contractors.

  Supports plant floor equipment installation, tracking and countermeasures.

  Develop and lead the PPAP review meetings in area of responsibility utilizing the PPAP checklist, capturing exceptions. 

  Lead the lessons learned gathering activity and feedback the information to the central process team for BOE/BOP updates.

  Closure of all ME open issues for Launch Deliverables.

  Additional Job Description

  Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):

  Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent experience

  5+ years of assembly or machining process development experience in Manufacturing or Manufacturing Engineering discipline with plant floor experience

  Ability and willingness to work Non-Standard Hours [Early Morning, Late Evenings and some Weekends and Holidays]

  Ability and willingness to travel

  Program Execution Experience [Equipment Install through SORP and launch]

  Experience in Managing OEMs [Program Management / OEM Timing / Open Issues / Financial Forecasts]

  Experience in Leading a project [Coordinating Resources / Updates to Leadership / Status Reporting / Tracking Timelines]

  Experience in troubleshooting equipment [Problem Solving / Debug]

  Competency in GD&T

  Understanding of Pneumatic, Mechanical, and Control drawings, Application of Part Locating, Mechanics, Machine Design and Theory of Constraints

  Experience with Time Cycle Diagrams and Man / Machine Charts

  Experience with PFMEAs / Simulation / Fastening Equipment / Servo Presses / Sealing Dispensers / Cameras / Error Proofing Devices]

  Experience in process development, specification, procurement, and qualification of equipment & tooling.

  Ability to interpret blueprints, engineering drawings and learn new systems

  What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

  Demonstrated understanding of plant floor and design for manufacturability

  ME assignments with successful individual achievements or strong team-based achievements

  Knowledge of or experience with propulsion processes BOE, BOP, BOSE and BOO preferred

  Knowledge of AutoCAD, Team Center, Microsoft Project, Simulation 

  Compensation:

  The expected base compensation for this role is: $93,400-$149,200. Actual base compensation within the identified range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.

  Bonus Potential: An incentive pay program offers payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance.

  Benefits:

  Benefits: GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more.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. 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.

  Benefits Overview

  The goal of the General Motors total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan incudes, the following benefits, in addition to many others:

  • Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, fathers and adoptive parents;

  • Healthcare (including a triple tax advantaged health savings account and wellness incentive), dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family;

  • Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement;

  • Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values;

  • Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing;

  • Discount on GM vehicles for you, your family and friends.

  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.

  We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.

  Equal Employment Opportunity Statements

  GM is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. GM is committed to providing a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and advancing equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, all practices and decisions relating to terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment are made without regard to an individual's protected characteristics. For purposes of this policy, “protected characteristics" include an individual's actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, weight, height, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us at [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.​

  We are leading the change to make our world better, safer and more equitable for all through our actions and how we behave. Learn more about:

  Our Company (https://search-careers.gm.com/en/working-at-gm/)

  Our Culture

  How we hire​​​​​​​ (https://search-careers.gm.com/en/how-we-hire/)

  Our diverse team of employees bring their collective passion for engineering, technology and design to deliver on our vision of a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion. We are looking for adventure-seekers and imaginative thought leaders to help us transform mobility.

  Explore our global location s

  The policy of General Motors is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status. Additionally, General Motors is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and 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 at [email protected] .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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