Business Manager – Production Shift @ General Motors

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Job Description:

What You’ll Do (Responsibilities)

• Replace Shift Leader as required and assist in performance of their duties
• Plan and the staffing levels to ensure they are adequate to meet daily work targets
• Observe shift start up for issues and monitor/correct production obstacles as they arise
• Inform Shift Leader of issues that arise during shift
• Ensure Group Leaders are compliant to all GM policies, procedures and established practices
• Develops and maintains labour relations and compliance to the local agreement.
• Assist in development/execution of Level 2 business plan deployment
• Support department operations to achieve objectives in safety, quality, productivity, and cost (SPQRC)
• Utilize the Global Manufacturing System (GMS) to drive continuous improvement in all areas of production
• Develop and Drive HPU/CPU cost reduction initiatives
• Ensure quality targets are met through coordination with Quality Crew Lead
• Active role in daily production/quality meetings
• Responsible for the coordination of lunch and break runs based on greatest needs of the shop
• Monitor the department for bottlenecks and provide assistance to Group Leaders as required
• Backfill the departmental Group Leaders if required
• Assist in planning/development of product launch activities and process changes together with Pilot Group, as well as managing compliance training for the shift
• Provide mentorship and training to Group Leaders regarding their duties and responsibilities
• Participate and lead in business projects as directed by department Manager
• Assist in CAP process/completion for Group Leader
• Engage in audit process of Level 4 business plan
• Assist in implementation of CIP initiatives
• Assist in annual hourly vacation planning
• Assist Department Planner in long term planning of departmental objectives

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• Related university degree preferred/college diploma
• Minimum 5 years of supervisory experience in a production environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated integrity and excellent organizational skills
• Strong problem solving skills
• Ability to coach and support team members in order to develop them to their full potential
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with cross-functional teams
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Demonstrated adaptability to varying work hours, including overtime and ability to work across all shifts as needed

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications) 

• Working knowledge of the Collective Agreement and familiarity with employment legislation
• Production supervision experience in a unionized environment
• Understanding of the GMS and departmental & plant scorecard metrics

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