Manufacturing Group - Production Shift Leader

General Motors Australia & New Zealand

Onsite
5 years manufacturing maintenance experience
Body shop or assembly operations background
Cross-functional team leadership skills
General Motors Australia & New Zealand is seeking a Production Shift Leader to oversee maintenance and repair activities within their manufacturing plant. The ideal candidate should possess strong technical expertise in the automotive industry, particularly in body shop operations, and have a proven track record of leadership and operational excellence

Job Summary

  • The role is vital for ensuring Body Shop readiness by delivering creative problem-solving and rigorous adherence to GM's core principles.
  • Candidates must lead diverse teams including maintenance personnel, group leaders, and technical experts to implement effective operational strategies.
  • General Motors offers a rewarding career focused on well-being, inclusion, and meaningful change through words, deeds, and culture.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

General Motors Australia & New Zealand is seeking a Production Shift Leader to oversee maintenance and repair activities within their manufacturing plant. The ideal candidate should possess strong technical expertise in the automotive industry, particularly in body shop operations, and have a proven track record of leadership and operational excellence.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5 years manufacturing maintenance experience
  • Body shop or assembly operations background
  • Cross-functional team leadership skills
  • Automated welding and fastening knowledge
  • Safety protocol enforcement expertise

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with digital manufacturing tools
  • Unionized environment labor relations skills
  • Process innovation during product launches
  • Advanced certifications in body shop operations
  • Data-driven decision-making capabilities

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Industrial Management
  • Minimum 5 years in automotive manufacturing maintenance
  • Familiarity with local and national labor agreements

Work Rights

Must have Australian work authorization; no sponsorship provided

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