Engineering change coordinator

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Job Description

Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Factory Zero on a full-time basis.

Factory ZERO is our first, all-electric automotive assembly plant and the blueprint of General Motors' electric future! We have a corporate vision of “Zero crashes, Zero emissions, Zero congestion.” Our most novel products like the Hummer EV, Chevrolet Silverado EV, GMC Sierra EV & Cadillac Escalade IQ will be assembled right in this facility. This requires us to employ the most upbeat, capable, and innovative talent to ensure we meet the challenges of developing the new manufacturing processes required to assemble these outstanding products! We offer a multifaceted and inclusive work environment that questions the status-quo daily to strengthen our reputation. Selected candidates will have the opportunity to learn new skills and actively play an integral role in the development of new processes here at Factory Zero.

The Role:

As Engineering Change Coordinator, you will be responsible for coordinating and presenting timing of engineering work orders for the plant. This role involves significant amount of interaction with other departments within the plant, central office, and suppliers. The Engineering Change Coordinator should have a high level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others, analytical ability where problems are somewhat sophisticated, and good oral and written communication skills.

What You'll Do (Responsibilities):

• Coordinates the implementation of assembly plant engineering changes.
• Develops and finalizes part breakpoints with guidance from supplier, engineering, and marketing.
• Analysis of specification related issues.
• Processing of deviations to specs.
• Responsible for writing local specs for plant.
• Uses ECM for engineering change inquiry information.
• Works reports designated for ECS changes and breakpoints.
• Creates and distributes ECS notification sheets.
• Communicates with supplier on change status.
• Maintains EWO log for each model year.
• Manages MGO activity for old/new part changes.
• Verifies Production Trial Run (PTR) status for all changes.
• Works with offsite locations to implement engineering changes.
• Attends PFEP meetings.
• Participates in EIT, CAB, MVB & Program Launch meetings.
• Makes disposition of interim obsolete material.
• Coordinates the disposal/return of replaced parts.
• Maintains ISO standards.
• Implements, monitors, and maintains GMS elements.

Additional Job Description

Your Skills and Abilities (Required Qualifications):

• Minimum 1-3 years working with ECM (Engineering Change Management)/Supply Chain management in manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of material department operation, manufacturing processes, and departmental relationships
• Planning and organizational abilities
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office

What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):

• Knowledge of MGO-A (Material Global Optimization Assembly) and ECM (Engineering Change Management) preferred.
• College degree with a focus in Supply Chain Management, Engineering or equivalent experience

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.

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. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities. GM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statements

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