Sponsorship: 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.
On-site: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Factory Zero on a full-time basis.
Our electric future is now! Factory ZERO is an automotive assembly plant at the cutting edge of product and manufacturing processes. We strive for excellence in developing and sustaining the manufacturing enablers to quickly bring to market the most advanced and innovative automotive products to date. The products being built at Factory ZERO encompass General Motors corporate vision of “Zero crashes, Zero emissions, Zero congestion.” This requires us to employ the most energetic, capable, and innovative talent to ensure we meet the challenges of developing the new manufacturing processes required to assemble amazing products. We offer a progressive and inclusive work environment that questions the status-quo daily to strengthen our reputation of being an incubator for new manufacturing processes and automation. We value community outreach and have a strong presence in our neighborhoods. Selected candidates will have the opportunity to learn new skills as well as influencing the development of manufacturing processes to support this historical and game-changing progression to electric and autonomous vehicles. Factory ZERO is currently seeking a motivated and accomplished General Assembly Business Manager who will manage daily production operations inside Factory ZERO.
The Role:
The Launch Quality Engineer will support Factory Zero vehicle manufacturing in the launch of electric vehicles, document and contain quality issues occurring on second shift for the Cx and xL. Ability to coach, teach and audit elements of GM Quality Manual and GMS BIQ Principle and Elements to salaried personnel in addition to the represented workforce. Managerial Courage to provide direct, honest, constructive feedback to Plant Staffs in a subtle and professional manner. Present the Assembly Plant and Engineering Staff with clear problem definition, technical mentorship on complex problems, and regular updates on progress.
What You'll Do:
- Execute quality standards and procedures for the plant during launch
- Work with PPO QE, CME, IRT, DRE's during IV (Integration vehicle) builds, document all issues on Easel board and PRC/PRTS.
- Generate technical solutions applying 7 Diamond Process, Red X and other tools as applicable.
- Assist production in prevention of defect occurrence and recommend process changes.
- Work with suppliers to address SPPS/PRR issued and ensure robust countermeasures are implemented.
- Work with suppliers and engineering to develop inspection standards for parts and subassemblies.
- Share lessons learned with Engineering & plants with similar products to prevent repeat design or build issues.
- Review of non-conforming parts and sub-assemblies for accurate initial disposition and root cause follow-up.
- Coordinate periodic system and process audits at the plant and VAA, and quality evaluation of new vehicles with engineering and production.
- Coordinate engineering change implementation- TWO, EWO etc.
- Manage a clean transition of components with zero open item to plant continuous improvement team after launch team release.
- Write/Audit Product Quality Standards (PQS).
- Support SUFS/SCCT/PIR/OIR meetings for potential safety issues.
