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Manufacturing Optimization - Lean Material Strategies (LMS) Execution Engineer
Manufacturing Optimization - Lean Material Strategies (LMS) Execution Engineer-March 2024
Oshawa
Mar 29, 2026
ABOUT GENERAL MOTORS
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Consumer Goods & Services, Technology
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About Manufacturing Optimization - Lean Material Strategies (LMS) Execution Engineer

  Job Description

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

  The Role

  The Manufacturing Optimization Material Engineer, this position is a unique opportunity to influence the way we as General Motors operate material flow in our assembly plants and lead the factory of future material flow implementation. Your mission is to implement material strategies & automation in our assembly centers while work with cross functional teams to setup efficient and lean material flow in GM Assembly Centers, while collaborating with cross functional teams and work as ‘One Team’ to execute new material automation projects, develop business case for material strategies & automation initiatives while developing long-term material flow vision for Automation & LMS implementation in GM Assembly Centers. Additionally, you will develop, recommend, and implement changes which will result in the improvement of manufacturing processes and/or product quality, improve part delivery accuracy, and reduce overall cost of material handling. The ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing environment is critical to your success.

  What You’ll Do (Responsibilities)

  Develop and implement work measurement, line balance, ergonomics processes, simulation for manufacturing optimization projects across the plant.

  Determine labor impact, simulation, and confirmation of takt time for optimization projects.

  Provide the ME team with revised HC associated with the optimization projects including

  Develop PMP plan and PCP assignments for new optimization projects.

  Develop/revise operational plans JES (Job Element Sheet)/ TIS (Task Instruction Sheet) revisions, ULOC (User Location) /DLOC (Delivery Location), CMA Coordination

  Manage Facility layouts, working closely with all facets of the plant to coordinate, create, review, and maintain all plant auto cad layouts -ensuring layout efficiency as well as future space protection.

  Develop material delivery and non-conforming materials strategies for all projects

  Develop container plans, plan for every part (PFEP)

  Comprehend process control plan requirements associated with jobs being optimized.

  Complete project plan reviews with the local production management teams for future implementations. Understand local contractual considerations for all projects.

  Direct improvements to the elimination of waste for quality, scrap, stock reduction, energy, safety, equipment, material, space savings and process efficiency.

  Optimize sequence of operations and workflow.

  Work with cross-functional teams to conceptualize, design, and execute automation programs and processes that improve supply chain, warehousing, and material flow.

  Create crew plans to ensure resources are properly allocated and utilized effectively.

  Provide technical support and assistance to manufacturing and maintenance team members, production supervisors and production associates.

  Demonstrate knowledge of LMS (Lean Material Strategie principles and drive future materials implementations.

  Additional Job Description

  Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

  Bachelor's degree in engineering (ME, Supply chain, Industrial) or equivalent experience.

  Minimum 5 years of related experience (Manufacturing or Supply chain or Industrial Engineering).

  Knowledge of basic manufacturing, supply chain and assembly processes.

  High level of analytical ability & problem solving where problems are unusual and difficult.

  Experience with using AutoCAD, Factory cad or equivalent, MS-Office tools (Excel, Access, Project, Word, and PowerPoint).

  Knowledge of Industrial Engineering skills and techniques.

  Previous experience as Project Lead, with the ability to coordinate resources, provide leadership updates, report status, and track timelines.

  What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

  Familiarity with automation execution, understanding the principles and concepts related to material flow automation.

  Minimum of 3 years of experience GMS, program/platform manufacturing and plant manufacturing.

  Good knowledge of GMS principles and experience in GMS implementation.

  Benefits Overview

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

  Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and supplemental benefits for pregnancy, parental and adoption leave;

  Healthcare, dental, and vision benefits;

  Life insurance plans to cover you and your family;

  Company and matching contributions to a Defined Contribution Pension plan to help you save for retirement;

  GM Vehicle Purchase Plan for you, your family and friends.

  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.

  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.

  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 Statement

  Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities. Should you be contacted by General Motors of Canada, please advise if you require accommodation. General Motors of Canada values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.

  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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