Job Description

ME & Facilities - Business Planner- Factory Zero

Work Arrangement:

This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to our Detroit/Hamtramck plant location

 

Sponsorship:

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.

 

The Role:

What You’ll Do:

• Support the ME & Facilities Functional Leader in the organization and execution of the business, including staff meetings and special assignments.
• Support the portfolio and business planning BPD process, Safe Observation Tour (SOT) schedules.
• Support and coordinate activities around Information Life Cycle Management, ILM, for the plant.

• Oversee and support Additive Manufacturing (3D printing) operations, including coordination of activities, prioritization of requests, design/development, and alignment with business needs.

• Monitor assignments, priority goals, and requirements in the preparation and execution of complex projects.
• Maintain project list, business cases, including deliverables, benefits, and timing.
• Support the Functional competitive assessment process.
• Collect and analyze key operating metrics for the group.
• Provide occasional technical support (Controls or Mechanical Engineering) on the manufacturing floor as needed.
• Serve as a backup Asset Lead, providing coverage and support for asset-related responsibilities when required.
• Develop and deliver presentations for all levels of management.
• Handle a variety of special assignments.

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)​​

• Bachelor’s degree or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).

• 2+ years of experience in a Business Planning capacity or relevant experience.

• In-depth knowledge of manufacturing controls and processes, lean production principles, and quality standards essential for optimizing production operations.

• Good communication skills to effectively collaborate with team leaders, union representatives, and management.

• Ability to work / rotate through all 3 shifts (1st, 2nd & 3rd).

• Ability to work overtime, weekends, holidays, etc. as needed.

• Proven ability to drive team outcomes and influence the performance of cross-functional groups without direct supervisory authority.

• Skills in mentoring and coaching teams lead to fostering a collaborative, high-performing work environment.

• Strong analytical skills to assess production monitoring data and provide help with vehicle broadcasting in general assembly area as needed.

• Solid understanding of business processes with the ability to ensure adherence to GM internal standards, union agreements, and regulatory requirements.

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)​

• Global Manufacturing Systems (GMS) experience.

• Experience with Maintenance Systems (Maximo or TPM)

• Experience in Manufacturing Plant Floor Systems (GPM&C, PR&T, GEPICS< GSIP etc.) and change management initiatives in a manufacturing environment.

• A demonstrated track record of influencing and driving team performance through strategic workforce planning and targeted training initiatives, even without direct people management

• Ability to use data-driven insights to develop and implement innovative solutions that enhance operational performance across complex production systems.

 

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