Job Description

Planning Fabrication Senior Manager      

                         

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.

• Work Arrangement​​

This role is categorized as onsite.

• The Role

General Motors Design Center Fabrication is seeking a Senior Manager responsible for leading a team of managers responsible for Process Management, Studio Fabrication Management, and Technical SME’s. Provide leadership and direction to the Design Fabrication planning team to establish build/material strategies, fabrication shop timelines, and accountability for all operational plans, and follow through for all projects within Design Center Fabrication.

•  What You’ll Do

• Collaborate with DCF Superintendents, Supervision, SMEs, and UAW Staff, relative to the fabrication of prototype and GVDP property builds
• Coordinate and delegate projects among the various Fabrication shops
• Comprehend and track property builds to program timelines and all related model quality requirements to ensure customer expectations are met through various shops in Fabrication
• Strategize with Fabrication Planning Management to develop property plans that support the fabrication of GVDP properties and Concept Vehicles
• Manage superintendent performance, provide candid & constructive feedback, develop and provide career conversations with direct reports
• Provide coordination of concurrent projects involving Skilled Trades, Project Management and Design Studio Teams

• Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)​​

• BBA or equivalent degree
• 10 Years of fabrication experience
• Experience in engineering, fabrication and build of Concept Vehicles, Exterior/Interior Design Properties and Proof of Concepts
• In depth knowledge of fabrication and manufacturing processes and the ability to articulate and positively influence those processes
• Knowledgeable of the GVDP math deliverable requirements and physical model content
• Demonstrated ability to lead and personally perform tasks required for show vehicle fabrication, including trouble shooting builds and modifying build strategy in a fluid environment
• Demonstrated leadership ability and managerial courage
• Excellent technical breadth, organizational, administrative and leadership skills

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

• Master’s degree in business

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