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  • Administrative Assistant  

    - Trenton
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    Position Description:
    This role requires an individual who is flexible, resilient, and uses good judgment. This individual must have a high level of integrity and discretion in handling highly confidential business and personal information. This individual must be professional, friendly, and welcoming when interacting with senior leaders across the globe. They should possess excellent time and data management skills in order to coordinate various email activities and meeting notices across time zones. They should be able to work independently and have a high standard for delivering quality results. They should adapt to change with a positive attitude, be a quick learner, and self-motivated. The successful candidate should have exceptional communication skills both verbally and written complete all tasks in a timely manner, understand how to prioritize, and be a problem solver. The candidate will need to understand the Company's structure and will need to develop working relationships with other assistants, executive leaders, and operations partners. The candidate will be a valued member of the team and should be open to learning about the business beyond the day-to-day activities of the role.

    Skills Required:

    Basis AdministrationExcellent writing, editing, and proofreading skillsLearns new software systems and products/cloud tools with easeResponsive, self-starter; takes initiative in resolving issues or concernsDetail-oriented, organized, and excellent time management skillsDisplays a high degree of integrity and maintains confidentiality of sensitive informationWorks well independently with minimal supervisionAbility to work collegially and collaboratively within a team environment in an open-concept office areaComfortable interacting with all levels of the organization, from executive leadership to individual contributorsAbility to plan, prioritize, and support multiple assignments simultaneously Willingness and flexibility to support across all North America time zonesAdministrative Assistant

    Experience Required:
    Highly proficient Microsoft Suite

    Education Required:
    High School Diploma / GED

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  • Production Supervisor - Material Handling  

    - McDonough
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    Job Title:
    Production Supervisor - Material Handling

    Position Description:
    Supervise UAW employees in a fast-paced warehouse environment. Daily duties include supervising the processing of all inbound material for putaway, ensuring the processing of all inbound orders for deliveries based on dock grid time. Supervisor must be able to work unsupervised and able to multi-task while not only completing each days goal but also increasing performance and maintaining a safe work environment . Building has a supershift concept with 2 start times at 10:30am and 1:30pm with the inbound operations completed on the 10;30am and outbound on the 1:30pm shift. Supervisor will work the 1:30pm shift and expected to work daily and weekend overtime. Must be willing to work any shift when required. Supervisor should have some warehousing experiencing preferable SAP systems, inventory and working with UAW employees.

    Skills Required:
    Warehouse 101, great communication and leadership skills, ability to deliver results, data driven, self starter and ability to multitask in a fast pace environment.

    Skills Preferred:
    Ability to meet deadlines and timing for inbound and outbound operations. Team oriented and process driven mindset. Ability to manage conflict and motivate employees

    Experience Required:
    Prior supervision of UAW employees, some warehousing experience and understanding of lean practices and concepts. Some understanding of Excel and utilization of MS office.

    Experience Preferred:
    SAP system, inventory, slotting within warehouse layout, Excel, Word, Powerpoint

    Education Required:
    BS preferred but not required. An HS Diploma is required.

    Education Preferred:
    BS Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering

    Additional Information:
    Fully onsite.
    Work Hours: 1:30pm - 10:00pm

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  • Manufacturing Engineer - Tool & Die  

    - Sterling Heights
    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionPosition Description:This role is for tu... Read More
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    Position Description:
    This role is for tube and carrier machining tooling engineer. You will work jointly with the department process engineers and our tooling to assure the incoming manufacturing line is successfully delivered for all key business metrics for long-term success of OEM.

    Position Duties:

    Support machining processes with tool developmentSupport implementation of GTSV tool trackingIdentify tool dominant features and implement proper controlDrive continuous improvement in safety, quality and productivityComplete all PPAP quality launch documentationApply engineering principles and analytical techniques to establish and continuously improve manufacturing processes and productsDevelop action plans as required to investigate and prioritize open issues and verify corrective actions on internal processes and supplier processesLead and conduct process audits to ensure process discipline is consistent with Powertrain guidelinesCreate process and instruction sheets supporting quality methods and processesDeliver capable processes and tools for machining operationsLead variability reduction and lean manufacturing initiatives and best practicesEnsure compliance to Plant, Corporate, Governmental and Environmental standardsSupport ISO 14001 compliance and support internal ISO auditing and compliance as required

    Skills Required:
    Testing - Tools, Tool design, Tooling, Tool modifications

    Requirements:

    5+ years of related experienceHigh production machining tool manufacturingTool Design and Programming of Tool Presetters (Royal/Zoller)Successful candidate must be able to demonstrate leadership behaviors

    Preferred Requirements:

    Effective oral and written communication skillsLean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience8D and 5Why corrective action and problem-solving skills, Lean Tools - 5S, Kanban, Poka-yoke, and Value Stream Mapping, DMAIC and DMADV(DFSS) Project Methodology experienceFMEA, PPAP, and DOEs experience

    Education Required:
    High School Diploma / GED

    Education Preferred:
    Bachelor's Degree

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  • Workers Compensation Claims Analyst  

    - Chicago
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    Position Description:
    Primary Workers' Compensation Claims Handler at the Plant with a focus on excellent customer service, quality claims handling, and loss cost management. Plant-based position. Analyze and process complex or technically difficult workers' compensation claims by investigating and gathering information to determine the exposure on the claim
    Ability to handle a full case load, with proven ability to handle cases of increased severity.
    Workers' Compensation Lost Time claim handling experience
    Manage claims through well-developed action plans to ensure timely and cost-effective resolutions.
    Calculate and assign timely and appropriate reserves to claims; manages reserve adequacy throughout the life of the claim.
    Calculate and pay benefits due; approve and make timely claim payments and adjustments; and settle clams within designated authority level.
    Prepare necessary state fillings within statutory limits.
    Coordinate vendor referrals for additional investigation and/or litigation management.
    Use appropriate cost containment techniques including strategic vendor partnerships to reduce overall cost of claims.
    Manage claim recoveries, including but not limited to: subrogation, Second Injury Fund excess recoveries and Social Security and Medicare offsets.
    Report claims to the excess carrier.
    Communicate claim activity and processing with the claimant and the client.

    Skills Required:
    Claims, Customer Service

    Experience Required:
    3-5 years of Illinois Workers' Compensation claims management experience

    Education Required:
    High School Diploma / GED

    Full Onsite

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  • Data Coordinator - Part Time Position  

    - Bowling Green
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    Position Description:
    Part time student employee expected to have the following expectations:

    Position Duties:

    Learn currently available AI tools within OEM
    Learn new AI tools as they are deployed
    Develop practical uses for AI tools to drive value to OEM inside the Bowling Green, KY Assembly plant
    Teach / Train BG employees in AI tools
    Develop AI agents to perform tasks inside of BG Assembly

    Requirements:
    High School Diploma/GED and is currently enrolled in an undergraduate program
    Years of experience: focused more on education instead of previous job history, most of the candidates will likely not have any experience, looking at their major/classwork and any projects they have worked on

    Bonus:
    Any level of coursework or project work that is in the AI space

    Soft skills:
    Eager/active learner - learn on their own and not always told what they need to do
    Want someone who is interested in learning AI tools
    Self-starter
    Good communication skills - interacting with people at different levels
    Someone that can deal with ambiguity well - thrive in an environment with minimal structure

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  • System Integration Engineer  

    - Dearborn
    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionPosition DescriptionAs a Systems Integra... Read More
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    Position Description

    As a Systems Integration Engineer, the successful candidate will design, implement and validate vehicle electrical systems by reviewing and approving device transmittals, developing vehicle-level logical schematics, conducting design/compatibility reviews, defining fusing and grounding strategies, supporting system-level validation/diagnostics, providing technical support for prototype and pre-production builds. You will also perform System Level tests for ECU integration by flashing ECU software and calibration files, performing configuraiton, commanding and analyzing self-test results, and performing functional tests.

    Skills Required:
    Electrical Engineering, Electrical Wiring, Systems Engineering, Root Cause Analysis
    1. Electrical Engineering - Must have electrical engineering background, either bachelor, minor or master degree, and demonstrated experience on electrical schematics design.
    2. Electrical Wiring Background on harness design is well appreciated, but not a must have.
    3. Systems Engineering Must have experience on systems engineering, leading or being part of a team defining and developing components interfaces and interactions.
    4. Root Cause Analysis Should be able to present a logical approach to decompose a problem into small elements that can be tested/checked for their contribution on the failure mode.

    Experience Required:
    Design/Develop program specific electrical system schematics Support electrical device transmittal process: BSEM GDT Set-up, Create DT Status Report Develop program specific system FMEA and DVP (Validation Plans) Prototype Breadboards (parts list development & sign-off, validation, sign-off) Prototype Vehicle Builds (Yellowboard software flashing and configuration, functional sign-off, & troubleshooting) Lead compatibility reviews to verify all module and wiring interfaces Support builds at production plant
    Electrical schematics design CAN Network ECU software flashing and diagnostics Root Cause Analysis

    Education Required:
    Bachelor's Degree

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  • Production Supervisor  

    - Louisville
    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionPosition Description:The Material, Plann... Read More
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    Position Description:
    The Material, Planning & Logistics Supervisor position is a supervisory leadership role supported by on-the-job training, development, and opportunity for career progression.
    Supervise, evaluate, and empower an hourly team that produces manufactured products, and organize workflow to meet quality and daily productivity requirements
    Ensure safety, quality, and productivity objectives are met through coaching standardized work, verifying lines are running safely, smoothly, and producing quality parts
    Drive to exceed personal, team, Company goals by holding self & team to high performance standards through servant leadership
    Build strong interpersonal relationships with hourly team members, union, and management teams

    Skills Required:
    Problem Solving, Management

    Experience Required:
    1+ years of supervisory in a Material Planning and Logistic manufacturing environment
    Working knowledge in Microsoft: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook · Ability to work rotating shifts and hours, including nights and weekends
    Supervise, evaluate, and empower an hourly team that produces manufactured products, and organize workflow to meet quality and daily productivity requirements Ensure safety, quality, and productivity objectives are met through coaching standardized work, verifying lines are running safely, smoothly, and producing quality parts Drive to exceed personal, team, Company goals by holding self & team to high performance standards through servant leadership Build strong interpersonal relationships with hourly team members, the union, and the management teams.

    Education Required:
    High School Diploma / GED

    Fully Onsite

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  • Project Engineer  

    - Warren
    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSummary:The main function of a project e... Read More
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    Summary:
    The main function of a project engineer is to plan, direct, or coordinate activities across engineering-based projects. A typical project engineer is responsible for project design, scope management, cost control, quality, and performance reporting.

    Job Responsibilities:
    Provides program-specific sourcing requirements and PSDS technical input for supplier technical reviews.
    Develops the initial harness parts list and performs complexity studies.
    Maintains program continuity and consistency of effort by understanding the PSDS Statement of Requirements, program timing, issues, and plans, and by managing required changes.
    Coordinates and manages supplier activities within the engineering factory.
    Participates in interface tradeoff discussions and helps resolve system integration issues.
    Manages cost, quality, mass, and related performance metrics for the power and signal distribution system, including program and content changes.
    Supports pre-production build events, including both physical and virtual builds.
    Ensures the design, development, and release of the wiring system are fully integrated into the vehicle architecture with a strong focus on quality.
    Leads Product Development Team meetings to ensure timing and deliverables are achieved.
    Leads or supports benchmarking activities to drive innovation, tradeoff decisions, and cost-benefit analysis.
    Leads or supports Peer Reviews, Wire Harness Assessments, and assembly plant launch and remediation activities.
    Performs complex design analysis, develops engineering designs including subsystems, and implements engineering changes.
    Defines and balances system requirements.
    Plans and executes test and development programs.
    Releases parts and subsystems for production.

    Business Group - responsible for the wire harness, connectors, grommets, the candidate would be designing the harness, partner with a designer and tell the designer here are the requirements they need and the designer would map it out, talk through different ideas to talk through issues.

    Team structure - each contractor will be assigned a program team, working with other peers and electrical architects

    Different Program Teams - Truck, EV, Self components of the harness (grammes, connectors)

    Requirements:
    Bachelor's degree required; Engineering is preferred
    2 to 4 years of experience

    Preferred Requirements:
    Background/Experience - any DRE work is helpful
    Awareness of CAD, release experience is helpful
    Bonus would be experience with wiring, wiring connectors

    Hiring Manager's Top Skills:
    Vehicle electrical and wire harness design knowledge at least 1 year
    Design release / engineering change process mastery - what it means to release, what it means with work with program teams
    3D packaging and design analysis proficiency - basic understanding of what this looks like, will not be doing the work themselves, will have a partner helping them with this

    Travel:
    Trips to the OEM Plant in U.S. or Supplier Plants in Mexico is potentially on the table.

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  • Program Management Analyst  

    - Allen Park
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    Position Description:

    Must be experienced in managing project management software deployment, supporting program and project manager and program analysts, to ensure that the work is delivered effectively. Able to help resolve any problems or issues that may arise. Ability to integrate, consolidate, and manage multiple projects and integrate multiple model year plans for major program teams, as applicable. Must have the ability and authority to provide guidance to PMA supplier staff and ability to interface with upper level management. Works with minimal supervision and able to function effectively in a matrix organization.

    Skills Required:
    Change Management Lead the cross-functional coordination of electrical engineering changes (DCRs). Track changes from initiation to final approval, ensuring downstream partners (wire harness, purchasing, manufacturing) assess and sign off on cost, weight, and tooling timing impacts to protect vehicle launch
    Product Development Proactively track and manage ESI deliverables through GPDS milestones (e.g., KO through FEC). Monitor design maturity and test status leading up to virtual and physical builds (VP, TT), identifying timing bottlenecks or supplier issues early to prevent build delays
    Product Management Manage feature-to-part complexity matrices. Align electrical architectures, module variants, and harness part numbers with the Marketing Feature Availability List (MFAL) and program cost/complexity targets
    Release Management Drive the on-time release of all Electrical parts (ECUs, wire harnesses). Audit release readiness for build milestones, ensuring engineers clear WERS alerts, resolve "not-released" (NR) statuses, and secure purchasing/manufacturing sign-offs prior to release freezes.
    Systems Engineering Facilitate and track Interface Agreements (IAs) between ESI and other module owners (e.g., ADAS, Infotainment). Monitor the release status of network communications databases to ensure integration testing is not delayed. 6. WERS - Demonstrate high proficiency in WERS to independently query and report on Engineering Concerns, track/drive the closure of WERS alerts, and ensure correct part effectivity dates are applied for plant execution
    Team Center Utilize Teamcenter to monitor design maturity and BOM alignment. Track CAD maturity of wiring harnesses and verify that the engineering BOM (eBOM) matches physical releases in WERS for electrical components/ commodities.

    Experience Required:
    BS Mechanical Engineering or BS Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) or BBA or Associate Degree or BS in Business Administration (or equivalent)
    5+ years experience on automotive programs
    Understanding of GPDS deliverables and basic engineering tools (FEDE BOM / WERS / Bill of Material / AIMS / 8Ds / Part Sign-Off / GPIRs / FEDE DVP / Engineering Sign Off / DFMEA / FMA / Six Sigma)
    Experience launching new vehicles and working with a Cross-functional team
    Ability to handle complex and multiple tasks and complicated situations under compressed timing
    Assist PMT leader to coordinate and manage Electrical design, development, engineering, validation, and certification statuses for the team on Performance vehicles to support program and engineering GPDS milestones
    Support supplier sourcing processes and FMA activities
    Review daily Base and FP specific Change Control Decks for any CRs that impact our FP product lines
    Support weekly FP specific Change Control meeting
    Review any changes with interfacing D&R engineer to confirm FP impact and update the D screen with PMT5 sign-off
    Attend Daily Red Border / Part Shortage / OTG meetings for FP programs and follow-up on any PMT specific open item parts through completion

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  • Vehicle Electrical Design Engineer  

    - Allen Park
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    Position Description:
    Electrical Systems Integration Engineer Launch
    Skills Required:
    Electrical Engineering - Proficient understanding and skilled with module electronics (Hardware and Software), vehicle architecture, module, power supply, driver assist systems and wiring integration in vehicle.
    Circuit Design, Electrical Wiring, Software Testing

    Circuit Design Familiar and experienced in reading: Schematics / Device Transmittals

    Electrical Wiring Experience with using Voltmeter, ringing our circuitry in vehicle or on bread board Software Testing - Versed in module flashes / Vector Canalyzer tool and equivalent of diagnostic trouble shooting

    Experience Required:
    BS Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent); Master degree preferred
    5+ years experience in automotive electrical systems
    Understanding of GPDS deliverables and basic engineering tools (FEDE BOM / WERS / Bill of Material / AIMS / JIRA / 5/8Ds / FEDE DVP / Engineering Sign Off / DFMEA / Six Sigma) Experience launching new vehicles
    Ability to handle complex tasks and complicated situations under compressed timing
    Outstanding planning, organizational and project management skills with accurate follow-up to accomplish multiple objectives
    Effective written and oral presentation skills
    Ability to build strong effective relationships with multi-functional teams (Program, Studio, Purchasing, Core Body Engineering, VE, VI, VO)
    Passion for performance vehicles is desirable
    Experience with CAN tools, Module Software flashing, CAN network troubleshooting, Bus Queries, CAN log and data collection, Diagnostic Engineering Tool, MyCanic, Data Logger, Vehicle configuration (VSCS)

    Education Required:
    Bachelor's Degree

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