Group Leader (Production / Maintenance) - Multiple Positions

Job Description

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

There's never been a more exciting time to work at GM's Oshawa Assembly. 

At Oshawa Assembly we build world class Chevrolet Silverado Heavy Duty and Light Duty trucks. 

We're on the journey to achieve our vision of a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion, and building quality trucks play an integral role in helping us fund this future. 

We're looking for new team members to help bring this vision to life in Oshawa. Starting from day one, we're creating a workplace where we work as One Team and embrace a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and supported. We want those who are bold, innovative, ready to take on challenges, and strive for excellence. And we want you to be a part of it. 

Selected candidates will learn new skills and actively play an integral role in the development of plant processes and people. The opportunities at Oshawa Assembly are endless as we continue to build and shape the organization into a Workplace of Choice. Join our team today! 

The Role 

We are currently looking for you to take on the role of Production Group Leader or Maintenance Group Leader, based out of our Oshawa Assembly plant. In this role, you will get a chance to be part of a team that acts with integrity and is accountable for results. You will work in an environment that is in a continuous improvement basis when it comes to safety, quality and productivity. In this role, you will have the opportunity to positively influence our Organizational Culture by modeling a dedication to GM's Cultural Behaviors in driving toward and achieving desired business results.

What You'll Do (Responsibilities) 

Production Group Leader:

 

• Ensure compliance and alignment to all OSHAWA Work Instructions, Policies, procedures and established practices

• Assess the staffing levels to ensure they are adequate to meet daily production targets

• Ensure job instruction training (JIT) is provided to team members

• Monitor work completed by hourly team members and address any performance issues

• Advise Leader of issues that arise during shift per requirements

• Clarify safety issues and lead team members to modify their work habits where required

• Support department operations to achieve objectives in safety, quality, efficiency, and cost

• Update and utilize business boards to handle the overall daily, weekly, and monthly business metrics

• Mentor team leaders on proficiency

• Utilize the Global Manufacturing System (GMS) to drive continuous improvement in all areas of production

• Administer provisions of the Collective Agreement which affect day to day work in the department and work with Employee Relations to resolve issues which may arise

• Track and record scrap in your area and focus on mitigation and prevention procedures

Maintenance Group Leader:

 

• Develop a proactive safety culture by engaging team members and peers in our safety processes

• Complete safety incident investigations and develop permanent corrective action

• Provide Leadership and direction to Skilled Trades and provide supervision and direction to contractors when required

• Manage Equipment issues and Equipment Breakdowns, develop permanent corrective action

• Develop improvements to standard tasks using SOP's, STS', Maximo and Task Instruction Sheets

• Lead / Participate in continuous improvement events

• Actively support Departmental meetings (Safety, TIP, Quality etc.)

• Support Production department in change management events

• Manage staffing levels for your Group

• Create new PMs, Maintenance PM process and PM scrubbing

• You will conduct appropriate checks and tests, and communicate evaluation of results

• Recommends solutions to problems

• Responsible for preventative maintenance and diagnosis of equipment malfunctions

• Meet schedule and quality requirements

• Align with the terms of local and national labor agreements

• Implements divisional and corporate policies and safety and good housekeeping practices

• Maintain frequent contact and collaboration with others outside of the work group

• Responsible for the effective use of personnel, material and equipment

• Establishes a course of action to accomplish completion of the job and/or project. Has knowledge and ability to implement GMS principles

Additional Job Description

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications) 

 

• University degree / diploma / trade ticket or equivalent maintenance / industrial experience

• Minimum 2 years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment

• Practical and technical problem solving skills

• Demonstrated understanding of COMMWIP (Correction, Overproduction, Material Movement, Motion, Waiting, Inventory, Processing) or Lean Six Sigma- Waste Elimination

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

• Ability to manage both employee and equipment budgets as specified

• Understanding of Plant Monitoring and Control training

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Ability to coach and support team members in order to develop them to their full potential

• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills

• Must be willing to work any assigned shifts & weekend as required

What Can Give You a Competitive Advantage (Preferred Qualifications) 

 

• Experience with Labor relations/UNIFOR - Labour Relations Training

• Global Manufacturing System (GMS) knowledge
• Knowledge of Layered Audit process

• Understanding of the GMS and departmental & plant scorecard metrics

• All required Safety Training under GWSS

• Experience in SAP

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.

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.