Maintenance General Supervisor (Senior Group Leader)

Job title: Maintenance General Supervisor (Senior Group Leader)

Job description: Job Description

There’s never been a more exciting time to work at GM’s Oshawa Assembly. At Oshawa Assembly, we’re starting a brand-new chapter and are already building both the Chevrolet Silverado HD and LD trucks in less than a year. 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. Our journey is just beginning, 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 new plant processes and people. The opportunities at Oshawa Assembly are endless as we build the organization from the ground up and shape it into a Workplace of Choice.

The Role

We are currently looking for a full time Senior Maintenance Leader in our Oshawa Assembly/OEM facility. In this role, the successful incumbent will be responsible for upholding GM’s purpose and values and ensuring the safe work practices of all its employees. You will develop and supervise business plan objectives by leading safety, people, quality, responsiveness, cost and environment. In order to achieve these objectives, you will work with UNIFOR and Plant floor managers from all departments to empower, train and lead your employee efficiency while driving continuous improvements throughout. You will have Supervisory responsibility over a group of Salaried and Hourly employees engaged in plant production operations, including Electricians and IMMs. Work involves the coordination of a number of operations involving the ability to make decisions within the limits of general practices and policies. Work is performed under general supervision, while exercising a high level of independent judgment.

Responsibilities

Supervise trades and assist them in achieving business objectives

Supervise salary maintenance group leaders

Coordinate labor relations as required

Implement strict alignment to safety policies and laws

Lead workforce to maintain efficiency and all cost objectives

Coordinate maintenance, tooling and engineering schedule demand in area of responsibility

Support ongoing Thru-put initiatives through Maximo PM completion and process improvements

Adopt Global Manufacturing System (GMS) principles as they apply to maintenance organizations

Lead activities during major equipment breakdowns

Run and coordinate major breakdowns

Provide mentorship and coordination for Maintenance downtime planning

Represent Maintenance at TIP process meetings as required

Champion GMS activities for Maintenance group

Additional Job Description

Requirements

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Proven knowledge of collective agreement

High level of interpersonal skills to empower employees in a structured environment

Working knowledge of Welding, Sealing and Conveyance applications

Ability to work shifts and extended hours, including weekends

Knowledge of Devicenet, Ethernet, PLCs, power and free conveyance and robotics

Understanding of Control systems

University Degree or equivalent experience in a technical field

Maintenance experience (preferably 5+ years) working in a supervisory role in a manufacturing environment

Knowledge of Automotive Manufacturing process

Working knowledge of Collective Agreement interpretation and familiarity with employment legislation

Successful candidates will be required to attest to, and be prepared to provide proof of, their vaccination status and that any job offer will be conditional on the candidate being fully vaccinated

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.

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