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General Motors Plant Operations Support - Summer Help in Lansing, Michigan
Job Description
Are you looking for a dynamic and rewarding way to spend your summer? We have the perfect opportunity for you! Join us as Plant Operations Support in a fast paced, high volume, manufacturing environment.
This is a full-time, temporary, on-site position at General Motors for the summer of 2025 . The position would start in mid to late May and end the first week of September.
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.
In this role, you may have the opportunity to assist in managing multiple work teams in a fast paced, high volume manufacturing environment. You will be responsible for coordinating and leading daily team activities to achieve business metrics using GM tools and processes as it relates to material flow. You may also be called upon to help with miscellaneous projects as required by the team.
Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to the facility on a full-time basis.
What You'll Do (Responsibilities):
Regularly supervise groups of employees to and manage manufacturing operations
Foster accountability among individuals and processes, which may involve challenging discussions in a unionized setting
Interpret and respond to the daily manufacturing plan in real-time
Exercise discretion and independent judgment to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities
Adapt to change and effectively manage uncertainty
Exhibit strong interpersonal skills and collaborate effectively with all organizational levels
Showcase advanced analytical skills to address and resolve complex issues
Assist with Data Collection & analysis
Complete Layered Audits in work area relating to quality, safety etc
Assist in follow up of safety protocol and procedures
Assist with special projects related to general plant operations as requested
Daily support for tracking purchase orders, ordering supplies, and event management
Your Skills and Abilities (Required Qualifications):
18+ years old
Must be able and willing to work weekends and rotating shifts
Satisfactorily complete drug testing and a background check
Proficiency to listen, read, follow work and safety instructions
Ability to coordinate, manage, escalate performance concerns as necessary, and lead people in a fast-paced environment
Ability to solve complex problems and work in a fast-paced environment and make decisions in ambiguous fast-paced environment
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to manage conflict effectively
Basic computer proficiency (i.e., Microsoft Word, typing, email etc.)
Possess good physical stamina and coordination. Specific physical requirements of the position include the ability to:
Walk and stand for prolonged periods of time
Read standardized work instructions, operate machines and tools, and perform quality inspections
Promptly detect and respond to safety instructions, alarms, and signals
Wear personal protective equipment, for example: safety glasses, gloves, hats, ear plugs, and safety shoes
Work in a loud manufacturing environment that is not climate controlled (conditions can be hot or cold)
Frequently and repetitively:
Bend, twist, kneel, crouch, and reach to perform work
Lift or carry materials weighing up to 15 pounds and periodically carry or lift materials weighing up to 40 pounds
Occasionally sit, climb (including ladders and lifts) and drive vehicles and equipment
What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):
- Previous manufacturing supervisory experience
This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.
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.
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