2027 Winter Co-Op - Student Production Group Leader (Evergreen)

Vacancy Status: This posting is not for an existing vacancy within the organization and is open to new applications. (New Head Count) AI Disclosure: As part of the application process, Artificial Intelligence will be used in the hiring process for this role. Work Arrangement: This role is categorized as Onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Oshawa Assembly Plant five times per week at minimum, or other frequency dictated by the business. About GM:   At General Motors we pride ourselves on designing, building and selling the world's best vehicles. We are seeking a new generation of visionaries to help launch bold engineering and business initiatives, and shape new directions for General Motors. As an intern or co-op student through our EXCEL (Exploring Careers through Experiential Learning) Program you will gain hands-on career specific experiences to maximize your real world potential.

As a Production Group Leader, the individual is responsible for supervising a group of employees involved in production, or operations. The group is responsible for quality products in a safe, and timely manner! Also, the Co-Op student will be responsible for reducing costs, eliminating waste, and improving safety practices. Together with other Group Leaders, you are part of a team supporting business objectives, and maintaining operation at a world-class level! Some of the problem-solving work is of a technical nature. This type of work requires the ability to make timely decisions within specified limits, that the individual can effectively cope with change, and can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty.  Furthermore, the Production Group Leader can expect to be collaborating on innovation challenges, interacting with industry leaders, attending professional trade events, and volunteering for community service activities.  Several departments currently have openings for a Production Group Leader, including Body, Sub-Assembly and Stamping.

Supervise hourly represented employees in a unionized environment  Implement Health & Safety laws, and promote a safe work environment  Ensure quality levels are maintained and improved every day  Maintain and exceed efficiency levels through continuous improvements  Effective use of personnel, material and equipment  Align with terms of local and national labour agreements  Maintain department records and complete various administrative tasks  Supervise and achieve business plan objectives and targets  Shift rotations and flexible to work weekends and overtime as required  Required Qualifications:   Pursuit of a Bachelors Degree (3rd or 4th year) in Computer Science, Engineering (Computer, Mechatronics, Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, Automotive Engineering, Software Engineering, or equivalent), Supply Chain, Business, Commerce Eligible to work full-time (40 hours per week) in Canada and for 8, 12 or 16months (consecutive semesters) starting January 2027 Willing to work in a plant environment and flexible hours (shift work, weekends, and overtime) to meet business needs​ Preferred Qualifications:   Prior manufacturing experience, knowledge of production environments, and in automotive industry are considered assets  Previous supervisory, or team leading experience  Desired Skills:   Outstanding leadership, interpersonal, and relationship management skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with varying levels of the organization  Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to distill complex subjects to a wider audience  High level of integrity, ability to deal with ambiguity, takes initiative/self-directed  Evidence of strong character with integrity, honesty, accountability and trust  Consistently demonstrates innovative thinking that is customer-centric  Excellent project management skills and the proven