Business Manager

Description

GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. THIS INCLUDES DIRECT COMPANY SPONSORSHIP, ENTRY OF GM AS THE IMMIGRATION EMPLOYER OF RECORD ON A GOVERNMENT FORM, AND ANY WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIRING A WRITTEN SUBMISSION OR OTHER IMMIGRATION SUPPORT FROM THE COMPANY (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.).

This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.

Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Flint Engine on a full-time basis.

The Role:

In this position, you will support the effective use of personnel, material, and equipment and participate in training and developing of salaried and hourly employees, and in the development of highly effective teams. You will support Global Manufacturing Systems (GMS) processes across multiple departments and serve as a resource supporting launch and pilot activities in assigned areas while helping to meet or exceed production cost schedule and maintains quality requirements. You will lead operational strategy and execution for engine assembly, ensuring production goals are met while fostering a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

What You'll Do (Responsibilities):

Champion Safety & Quality

Champion safe work practices and drive objectives for ergonomics, health, safety, and housekeeping

Maintain and communicate quality standards, leveraging resources to resolve issues promptly

Lead Production Strategy & Execution

Oversee daily Engine Assembly operations to ensure alignment with plant objectives

Manage manpower planning, cost control, and resource allocation

Support launch readiness and model changeovers

Achieve production schedules and product requirements through lean manufacturing principles, focusing on variation reduction, cost control, and productivity improvements

Direct departmental manpower planning, including headcount management, vacation scheduling, and roster oversight

Drive Operational Excellence

Monitor KPIs and lead initiatives to improve safety, quality, and throughput

Implement lean manufacturing practices and standardized work processes

Facilitate root cause analysis and corrective action planning

Establish systems to prevent recurrence of known issues and ensure adequate job instruction training (JIT)

Drive Global Manufacturing Systems (GMS) processes across multiple departments and support launch and pilot activities

Support and lead TIP Process in Manufacturing with Plant Leadership

Develop & Support Teams

Provide leadership and guidance to Group Leaders, Team Leaders, and production teams

Promote a culture of inclusion, safety, and continuous improvement

Coach and mentor Group Leaders and Team Leaders to build leadership capability

Motivate, train, and develop employees to perform effectively using standardized methods

Participate in hiring, training, and evaluating employees while building highly effective teams

Collaborate Cross-Functionally

Partner with engineering, maintenance, quality, HR, and other departments to achieve plant objectives

Communicate effectively with plant leadership and corporate stakeholders

Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory standards

Foster strong relationships with represented employees, UAW leadership, and salaried teams

Administer National and Local Agreements between General Motors and the United Auto Workers Union

Specialized Responsibilities

Serve as Subject Matter Expert in your area of responsibility to coach and mentor peers and salaried teams

Your Skills and Abilities (Required Qualifications):

5 years' experience working in manufacturing leadership

Ability to work any shift

Ability to work overtime as needed

Working knowledge of all safety absolutes and policies (e.g., lockout, ESWP)

Demonstrated ability to implement lean manufacturing principles

Ability to lead through influence and build alignment across diverse teams and shifts

Proven ability to lead teams and manage complex operations

Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills

Proven project management skills and ability to teach others

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):

5+ years' experience working in manufacturing leadership

Bachelor's degree

Demonstrated success driving performance across cross-functional teams without direct supervisory authority

You’re a strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to problem-solving

You thrive in fast-paced environments and lead with confidence and clarity

You build strong relationships across teams and inspire others to perform at their best

You’re passionate about operational excellence and continuous improvement

You bring a data-driven mindset and a commitment to delivering results

GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)

This role is categorized as onsite. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location on a full-time basis.

This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.

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