
Vacancy Status:
This posting is for an existing vacancy within the organization and is open to new applications. (Backfill)
AI Disclosure:
As part of the application process, Artificial Intelligence will be used in the hiring process for this role
Onsite - This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Oshawa on a full-time basis.
About the role:
You willbe responsibleforleadingand directingall technical manufacturing plant operations. You will exercise a substantial amount of creativity,perceptionand initiative with a significant latitude for independent judgment and action. You will be managing a large group of salaried employees over multiple shifts. You willbe responsibleforpeople leaders infacilities andmanufacturingengineeringacross the entire campusYou willensure that technical operations supportthe attainment of organizational or divisional productionobjectives, and that theseobjectivesare achieved at the lowest cost consistent with quality requirements. You willbe responsibleforsupportingthe technical requirementsto meetproduction schedulesandplantbudgetYou willbe responsible forthe successful completion of all technical projects performed by internal or contract resources.You will develop and drive asafetyculture within the plant and uphold GM’s vision, values, and cultural behaviours. You willbe responsibleforexecutingworkplace safety system element ownership responsibilities campus wide. You willbe responsibleforactingas the single voice of the plant in any Solutioning Left technical and strategic planning activities. You will work with corporate strategyplanning teams to define the future of the Oshawa campus.
WhatYou’llDo (Responsibilities)
Lead and direct all technical manufacturingactivities
Provide strategic direction and technical leadership to the plant’s engineering, facilities, maintenance,ITand technical training teams
Provide guidance to teams to ensure continuous improvement in manufacturing processes, whilemaintainingoperating budgets
Utilize plant KPI’s tomonitorplant performance and drive continuous improvement to exceed business plan targets
Embracechange andbea champion of innovation
Talent developmentforall technical and semi technical personnel to function at a world class level ofproficiency
Constantly work to improve the Workplace of Choice environment
Develop and drive a strong safety culture within the plantExecute workplace safety system element ownership responsibilities campus-wide
Responsible for forecasting in areas of responsibility
Negotiateandcomply withthe terms of local and national labour agreements
Ensure successful completion of all technical projects performed by internal and contract resources
Act as the single voice of the plant in all Solutioning Left technical and strategic planning activities
Skills & Abilities:
Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field
Extensive experience in automotive manufacturing leadership with a focus on technical operations and plant management
Proven leadership experience with the ability to motivate teams, drive change and foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement
Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels of organization in plant and beyond
Preferred Qualifications:
Advanced degree in a technical field
10+ years of experience in Automotive Manufacturing / Manufacturing Engineering
Government relations experienceorexposure
Strong technical knowledge of manufacturing engineering standards, systems, and tools (suchasGMS principles, workplace safety systems, ME systems, plant-floor systems)
Experience in multiple business units across the corporate enterprise,not limited tomanufacturing
Demonstrated project/program management capability (timing, budget, risk management, cross-functional coordination)
Compensation
The salary range for this role is $165,000.00 to $214,300.00. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.
Benefits:
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 including health care spending account and wellness incentive.
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.
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.
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