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Assistant Plant Manager

AT General Motors
General Motors

Assistant Plant Manager

Lockport, NY

Description

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.

Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Lockport, New York on a full-time basis.

The Role:

We are looking for an Assistant Plant Manager to oversee day-to-day operations while coordinating activities across all assigned departments. This role is vital in fostering a collaborative environment where all team members can thrive.

  • Manage daily operations by coordinating activities across all assigned departments, ensuring seamless collaboration and communication.
  • Coach, train, and develop employees, providing constructive feedback and support to help them reach their full potential.
  • Evaluate employee performance with a focus on growth and development, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Achieve key metrics related to Safety, People, Quality, Responsiveness, Cost, and Environmental standards, while meeting budget goals.

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What You Will Do:

  • Lead by teaching and promoting GMS operating requirements, serving as the principal lead for regional GMS activities to ensure alignment and effectiveness.
  • Maintain corporate and unit management control systems, budgets, and other essential information to monitor and enhance performance.
  • Assist in forecasting for areas of responsibility, contributing to informed decision-making and strategic planning.
  • Collaborate closely with various departments, both within and outside of the manufacturing team, to promote a unified approach and achieve shared goals.

Additional Description

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
  • 10+ years experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Experience as a Manufacturing People Leader is also essential.
  • Mandatory skills for this position include people leadership, problem-solving, and effective communication
  • Demonstrated knowledge of and adherence to company policies and procedures while upholding GM's vision, values, and cultural behaviors

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications) :

  • Master's degree in Business Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
  • Multi-Company and/or Multi-Plant Experience
  • Multi-Disciplinary Background

This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.

Compensation: The expected base compensation for this role is: $167,600.00 - $256,700.00. Actual base compensation within the identified range will vary based on factors relevant to the position. Bonus Potential: An incentive pay program offers payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance.

Benefits: GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more.

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. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

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Diversity Information

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful 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 encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement (U.S.)

General Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Accommodations (U.S. and Canada)

General Motors offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us Careers.Accommodations@GM.com or call us at 800-865-7580. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

Client-provided location(s): Lockport, NY 14094, USA
Job ID: General_Motors-JR-202425278
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Stock Purchase Program
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Woman founded/led
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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