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Co-Op - Student Supervisor, Vancouver PDC

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General Motors

Co-Op - Student Supervisor, Vancouver PDC

Langley, Canada

Description

Work Arrangement:

Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Langley, BC PDC - Plant on a full-time basis.

The Role:

The Vancouver Parts Distribution Centre is looking for a responsible, hardworking, and out-going Student Supervisor for a medium sized group of hourly employees for our warehouse operation! You will be responsible for documenting process knowledge, updating materials, and standardizing work expectations job instruction. The selected candidate will participate in GMS activities and daily administrative functions.

Key Responsibilities:

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  • Promote safe work practices and achieve objectives, health and safety and housekeeping.
  • Maintains records to track and improve departmental performance.
  • Assist with GMS projects, administration, and scheduling.
  • Develop and revise work instructions as required.
  • Utilize statistical methods and data to drive continuous improvement.
  • Participates in forward planning activities, supporting departmental Business Plan Deployment (BPD) boards.
  • Communicate between departments and other business units to implement best practices, resolve problems, and sustain consistent performance to objectives.
  • Assist in the development of the facility and processes using the plan for change and management of change process.
  • Achieve business results by creating a work environment that fosters a positive and inclusive culture that is based on feedback and recognition.
  • Participate in employee relations WOC activities and planning.
  • Assist with general administrative tasks.
  • Perform other tasks, as required to support business needs.

Required Qualifications:

  • Pursuit of a Bachelor's (2nd, 3rd and 4th year students) degree in one of the following areas: Business, Operations or Management
  • Able to work fulltime, 40 hours per week in Canada, and for 8-month term (2 consecutive semesters) starting January 2025
  • High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others, motivate employees, and elicit work output
  • Strong organizational, problem solving, and analytical skills
  • Demonstrates strong leadership and written/verbal communication skills
  • Highly adaptable with the ability to work independently and in a team environment
  • Fundamental digital literacy including proven understanding of MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Individual is expected to manage the travel with his/ her own vehicle.

What will give you a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):

  • Previous supervisory, or team leading experience
  • Previous warehousing experience
  • Project management experience

GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP

TO APPLY FOR THIS POSTION YOU MUST APPLY HERE AND APPLY THROUGH YOUR SCHOOL'S ONLINE SYSTEM AS REQUIRED

NOTE- YOU MUST BE ENROLLED IN A CO-OP OR INTERNSHIP PROGRAM AND MEET THE PROGRAM'S ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS. ALL STUDENTS MUST ALSO BE LEGALLY ENTITLED TO WORK IN CANADA.

Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities. Should you be contacted by General Motors of Canada Company, please advise if you require accommodation.

For more information about GM Canada, visit our website at www.gm.ca/careers

General Motors of Canada values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer

Additional Description

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): Langley, BC, Canada
Job ID: General_Motors-JR-202420760
Employment Type: Intern

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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