Job Description
Sponsorship:
GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to the Ft Wayne facility on a full-time basis.
The Role:
Assisting Maintenance in Troubleshooting and Continuous Improvements throughout the facility.
What You’ll Do:- Provides technical support and direction to other dept and HQ controls engineers, IT and support personnel/skilled trades
- Investigates and root cause system and equipment problems and provides technical input on problem resolution
- Strong project management skills
- Strong communication skills
- Develop cost estimates, investment forecasts, business cases, appropriation requests and plans for project activity
Coordinates with area manufacturing engineers on process and equipment planning, including model change, throughput, sourcing, etc.
Support GMS and Quality Network implementation initiatives
Utilizes statistical methods for continuous improvement on plant systems
Enforces safe work practices as the highest priority and implements objectives for ergonomics, health/safety and housekeeping
Maintains good working relationships with peers, hourly employees, union, management, supplier community and interfaces with necessary support functions outside of the assembly plant
Develops and monitors planning timetables and projects schedules
Coordinates and communicates the development of changes to improve conditions for the assembly process
Programming of manufacturing technology
Analyzes product, process and technology to determine the best methods of manufacture
Assists in the design and building of tools and equipment or recommends improvements to existing processes
Assists maintenance personnel in operation and maintenance of specialized equipment
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):Technical Certificate or Associate Degree 2 years Controls experience, preferably in a Manufacturing facility
Intimate knowledge of automotive tooling and manufacturing assembly processes
Broad industrial controls and automation knowledge as it relates to automotive assembly plant
Advanced project management skills
Knowledge of Automation/Industrial Networks (DeviceNet, Ethernet, etc.)Must be willing to work any shift and extended hours from time to time
Must be willing to work daily and weekend overtime when needed
What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
Bachelor’s degree with major in engineering
Preferred experience with Rockwell PLC’s, Siemens HMI’s and Fanuc Robots.7+ years of experience in controls engineering 2+ years Vehicle Assembly Experience 2+ years Automation Experience (Fanuc Robots, Automated Guide Carts)
Previous Vision experience (Fanuc 2D/3D, Photo Neo, Matrox, Keyence)MASS, Cybersecurity, E-plan, experience
Working level knowledge of the following systems / processes:
GVDP (Global Vehicle Development Process)G-Comply, GDHS, Experience with Product Launches
Change Management
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated interpersonal skills leading cross functional teams
Effective at dealing with change and ambiguity
Relocation benefits are available for candidates who qualify under company policy.
GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc).
This role is categorized as onsite. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location on a full-time basis.
Relocation benefits are available for candidates who qualify under company policy.
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