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Senior Manager - Automation Execution

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General Motors

Senior Manager - Automation Execution

Warren, MI

Description

Work Arrangement

Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Warren, MI three times per week, at minimum.

The Role

General Motors is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Manager to lead the North American Automation Execution team as we launch our future vehicles.

This role will be instrumental in leading a large team in executing strategic initiatives that support our growth objectives and enhance our competitive advantage. The ideal candidate will be a proven leader with a strong background in controls, robotics, vision, and plant floor systems that leverages engineering principles, is data-driven, and has excellent communication and collaboration skills.

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What You'll Do

  • Lead and empower a large team of controls engineering experts to execute innovative solutions by providing guidance, coaching, and mentorship.
  • Execute scalable automation solutions to enable cost-effective manufacturing.
  • Execute, pilot or support GPS, Press, Body, Paint and GA execution and process development teams as they create new iterations of the Bill of Equipment for specific program/plant launches.
  • Ensure flawless execution of product programs and Non-Product Program projects, including willingness to work weekends, shutdowns, and holidays as needed.
  • Provide visionary leadership by helping develop and implementing a comprehensive digitization strategy for your team by leveraging advanced technologies such as AI, machine learning, and emulation to optimize processes/technologies across North America.
  • Establish and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) to track progress, measure success, and celebrate achievements.
  • Collaborate and influence with cross-functional teams, including operations, engineering, IT, finance, and supply chain, to ensure seamless implementation of program launches.
  • Develop and deliver presentations to senior leadership on project updates, performance metrics, and strategic initiatives.

Travel

Must be able to travel domestically and internationally

Additional Description

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field
  • 10+ years of progressive experience in controls engineering, demonstrating a commitment to excellence and continuous improvement
  • 10+ years of experience in a leadership role, effectively leading large teams to achieve operational goals and drive performance
  • Comprehensive understanding of the Global Vehicle Development Process (GVDP) and related manufacturing deliverables, ensuring alignment with global standards and practices
  • High level of technical aptitude and innovation mindset
  • Understanding of industry trends and core technologies involved in manufacturing systems and must be capable of making decisions and setting directions to enable successful launches
  • Strong fiscal mindset focused on company financial results

What Will Give You a Competitive Advantage (Preferred Qualifications)

  • Knowledge of AI and machine learning applications in solving business problems
  • Detailed understanding of vision systems
  • Master's degree in manufacturing, business, or engineering

This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.

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.

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Client-provided location(s): Warren, MI, USA
Job ID: General_Motors-JR-202503318
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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