2023 Entry Level Paint Engineer - Rotational Program
General Motors

Job Info

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Job Description

As an Entry level paint process engineer in the Paint TRACK program, you will be exposed and rotate around in different positions and assignments in a vehicle assembly paint shop. You will have the opportunity to develop your knowledge of manufacturing and the areas of the paint shop. In each role, you will have the opportunity to work autonomously with guidance from supervision. You will develop skills in equipment, tooling, and processes including sequence and flow of operations for the effective utilization of personnel, material, machines, and facilities necessary for production in a fast-paced environment.

As a Paint Process TRACK engineer, you will learn problem solving on the fly, work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and be able to innovate. Assignments will be in a Vehicle Assembly Paint Shop in the United States. Examples of Paint Process Engineering assignments and responsibilities include:

• Operating and maintaining systems from the exit of Body Shop to shipment to General Assembly as well as any paint shop processes related to enabling shipment of the finished vehicle.
• Programming of manufacturing technology
• Analyze product, process, and technology to craft best methods to paint & assemble vehicles, and protect people and the manufacturing process
• Troubleshoot with operation and maintenance personnel on paint shop processes and specialized equipment
• Supervise United Automotive Workers (UAW) hourly employees
• Recommend and validate improvement for existing processeswith respect to sustainability, quality, and cost initiatives
• Develop tools to improve program/project management
• Assists in the design and building of production tools and equipment
• Coordinate and manage machinery upgrade and/or installation projects
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to reduce energy and waste globally.
• Support implementation & execution of cybersecurity tools for manufacturing

This position requires employees to be on-site on a full-time basis. Job locations are in various plant locations throughout the U.S. or at the Manufacturing Engineering Headquarters in Warren, MI. The U.S. Plant locations may include:

• Detroit / Hamtramck, MI
• Flint, MI
• Lansing, MI
• Orion, MI
• Fort Wayne (Roanoke), IN
• Arlington, TX
• Bowling Green, KY
• Spring Hill, TN
• Wentzville, MO
• Fairfax, KS

Some travel may be required.

Additional Job Description

Qualifications:

• Currently have or pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Engineering or Technology in one of the following areas: Automation, Automotive, Chemical, Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Robotics from an accredited college or university or relevant career experience
• Must be graduating between December 2021 and September 2023
• Able to work fulltime, 40 hours per week
• Willing and able to work on weekends/holidays or off-shift hours (some assignments may require)

DesiredSkills:

• Insatiable curiosity and desire to learn
• Prior experience in field of study
• Conceptual understanding and/or experience with any of the following:
  • Controls - software, hardware programming, development, or execution
    • Examples: Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), Robots
  • Developing tools, equipment, or processes such as layouts
  • Simulation/Game design or development
  • Artificial intelligence, machine learning, machine vision equipment or systems
  • Automation or automated equipment such as conveyance
  • Information Technology
  • Construction or installation planning, process, or execution
  • Supervision of hourly employees
• Consistently demonstrates innovative thinking that is customer-centric
• Able to work independently and with a team
• Outstanding interpersonal and relationship management skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with varying levels of the organization and external partners
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to distill complex subjects to a wider audience
• Emerging partnership and collaboration skills and ability to learn from and share knowledge with co-workers in a fast-paced environment
• High level of integrity, ability to deal with ambiguity, takes initiative/self-directed
• Evidence of strong character with integrity, honesty, accountability, and trust
• Excellent project management skills and the proven ability to manage multiple projects at any given
• Knowledge of statistical methods as applied to experimental design and process development

GM's "Work Appropriately" Practice will apply to these roles and assignments, per the following classifications:

• Onsite: This position requires an employee to be on-site on a full-time basis.

Start dates for this role will be in 2023. Relocation assistance is available to candidates who meet eligibility requirements.

PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU DO NOT NEED SPONSORSHIP TO WORK IN THE UNITED STATES NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. WE ARE UNABLE TO CONSIDER CANDIDATES WHO REQUIRE SPONSORSHIP.

About GM

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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

The policy of General Motors is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status. Additionally, General Motors is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us atCareers.Accommodations@GM.com or call us at800-865-7580. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

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