Paint Shop Process Specialist

Job Description In our pursuit to create a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion, GM’s Global Manufacturing Engineering team is challenging the limits on what is possible and embracing agility as it reimagines how to build the next generation of vehicles. Our diverse team of Manufacturing Engineers play a crucial role in transforming our facilities through implementing the adoption of ground-breaking technologies. From raw sheet metal to final assembly, this team is reinventing the tools and processes that will enable GM to deliver on our promise to create an all-electric future. Hybrid: Position does not require an employee to be on-site full-time, but the general expectation is that the employee be onsite an average of three (3) days each week. The Role: The position will be based at the GM Global Technical Center in Warren, Michigan. As a Paint Shop Process Specialist, you will support our Paint Shops in our automotive assembly plants. You will be involved with working to integrate existing and new technology into our facilities to support productivity and quality initiatives. Often you will work with the process teams in the plants and suppliers in the development and continuous improvement of these processes. There will be times when you will have to work a plant shutdown and come in on weekends. What You'll Do (Responsibilities): Collaborate and develop playbook and launch schedule. When launching a product in a paint shop or after a major equipment replacement the playbook is the guide that defines the steps and the validations, the Paint Process Specialist ensures that the equipment is both capable and meets the product requirements. Tuning in the systems to achieve usage and cycle time for new vehicle launches and major equipment installations. Act as launch coordinator for major conversions in the assembly plants Assist in troubleshooting major issues and support controls groups Lead coordination of data collection, practical problem solving, engaging the right resources, “one voice” communication that identifies the root cause Most of the projects are long-term running from a month or two or up to 8 months. Additional Job Description Your Skills and Abilities (Required Qualifications): Minimum 3 years' experience specifying, commissioning or operating paint shop equipment and systems. Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent plant/paint experience Understanding of the entire paint process including PT/ED (pretreatment/Elpo), sealing, primer, and topcoat. You must have demonstrated the ability to work independently or with others as a member of a team. Ideally you would have some project management skills for planning and executing a project. Ability to manage multiple projects and assignments with medium level of autonomy and high accountability for results. Demonstrate solid organization, planning and problem-solving skills. Ability to travel around 30% locally and around North America. Ability to work OT and off-shift on an as needed basis. What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications): 3 years' experience specifying, commissioning or operating paint shop equipment systems. Experience working with automation cells and/or robots. Ability to troubleshoot processes as well as root cause identification of equipment failures. Background in controls engineering. 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. 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. Benefits Overview The goal of the General Motors total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan incudes, the following benefits, in addition to many others: • Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, fathers and adoptive parents; • Healthcare (including a triple tax advantaged health savings account and wellness incentive), dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family; • Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement; • Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values; • Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing; • Discount on GM vehicles for you, your family and friends. 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. 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