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LMS Lead

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Lake Orion, MI
Senior level
Hybrid
Lake Orion, MI
Senior level
The LMS Lead oversees Material and Lean Manufacturing strategies, optimizes plant operations, and ensures compliance with processes and metrics for efficiency.
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Description
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.).
This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.
Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Orion, MI on a full-time basis.
The Role:
Work as One Team with VS Material & LMS Execution Team to execute all Product Programs, manage funding for Material & LMS Launch initiatives. Develop / understand long-term Material & LMS Vision for the plant. Plan and support execution of all Plant Lean Material Strategies including material flow, material routings, storage space requirements, mobile equipment, layout development, storage areas, kitting, small lot strategy, sequence planning, PFEP, etc.
What You'll do:
  • Implement standardize material flow and material handling processes and measure plant compliance
  • Implement standardize Internal Benchmarks for material flow and material handling processes
  • Maintain productivity scorecards, LMS scorecard, & LMS Wall
  • Drive Material Planning Metrics (DPP & DPPN) to be applied in all regions
  • Develop efficient Material Route Planning (GMOS), Dock Strategies, Material Flow
  • Follow material flow diagram to drive the best part presentation (Total Enterprise Cost)
  • Develop & track to Master Dot milestones & Deliverables
  • Support the Manufacturing Launch team at the plant and Program Team
  • Develop and apply Lean Material Strategies (LMS) using the Material Matrix to ensure most efficient material presentation to Mfg. Operators.
  • Drive & execute common standards, processes, and lean designs.
  • Integrate Lean Manufacturing and GM-Global Manufacturing System (GMS) principles
  • Provide updates to plant staff and Program Team as required
  • Support PFMEA and SFEMEA process
  • Drive problem solving issues for throughput and quality issues
  • Support BIQ objectives
  • Analyze existing operations and propose continuous improvements (CI)
  • Optimize floor space, materials, personnel, and equipment
  • Monitor adherence to recommended safety procedures and ergonomic guidelines
  • Develop, track, and implement budget allocation
  • Facilities design, layout, and processes that reduce cost/ achieve operational efficiencies.

Additional Description
Required Qualifications:
• 5+ years of Manufacturing/Supply Chain Experience • Strong analytical, computer, presentation, and problem-solving skills • Ability to work independently • High level of analytical ability & problem solving where problems are unusual and difficult • Proficient with AutoCAD, MS-Office tools (Excel, Access, Project, Word, and PowerPoint) • Knowledge of work measurement/work standards, ergonomic principles, material optimization, and facility layout strongly preferred • Knowledge of basic manufacturing and assembly processes • Knowledge of Supply Chain Process and GM Plant Material Experience. • High level of communication skills, both oral and written, and the ability to present findings to all levels of the organization.
Preferred Qualifications:
• GMOS Experience • Project Execution Experience • Bachelors Degree
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