Job Description
On-site: This position requires an employee to be on-site on a full-time basis.
There’s never been a more exciting time to work at GM’s Oshawa Assembly.
At Oshawa Assembly, we’re starting a brand-new chapter and are already building both the Chevrolet Silverado HD and LD trucks in less than a year.
We’re on the journey to achieve our vision of a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion, and building quality trucks play an integral role in helping us fund this future.
We’re looking for new team members to help bring this vision to life in Oshawa. Starting from day one, we’re creating a workplace where we work as One Team and embrace a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and supported. We want those who are bold, innovative, ready to take on challenges, and strive for excellence. Our journey is just beginning, and we want you to be a part of it.
Selected candidates will learn new skills and actively play an integral role in the development of new plant processes and people. The opportunities at Oshawa Assembly are endless as we build the organization from the ground up and shape it into a Workplace of Choice.
Join our team today!
The Role
We are currently looking for you to take on the role of Mechanical Manufacturing Engineer based out of our Oshawa Assembly plant. In this role,
you will get a chance to procure, manage, install and validate capital and operating projects that range from process design improvements to new equipment with a focus on safety, cost and schedule. You will initiate and support process improvements related to the assembly process in your assigned area. You will perform troubleshooting of various equipment such as VDL’s, conveyance and lift assists.
What You’ll Do (Responsibilities)
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Develop a proactive safety culture by engaging team members and peers in our safety processes
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Understood and effective use of Global Manufacturing System
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Respond to Production needs and requests for CI including design modification of existing tools, and design of new tools where required
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Review daily downtime reports from production and maintenance and support machine or system uptime improvement projects
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Develop knowledge of basic control systems and configurable operator error proofing systems.
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Utilize RTP Next for procurement of project materials
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Participate in weekend and shutdown work planning meetings
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Review safety significant events and safety messages and shift notes
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Compliance training - Hot Work, Confined Space, First Aid CPR, Rigging, Electrical Safe Work Practices
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Identify ways to eliminate waste in the areas of quality, scrap, uptime, energy etc.
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Support Global Manufacturing System standards including Maintenance Level 4/5 Board, Business Plan Deployment, Workplace Organization
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Report near misses
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Design, construction, integration, plant installation, successful launch and continuous improvement of equipment and tools required in plants for the production of high quality parts
Additional Job Description
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
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Diploma / Bachelor’s Degree in related field or equivalent experience
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Minimum 2 years of experience in mechanical engineering, designing and project management
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Demonstrated understanding of Personal Protective Equipment / Lockout / Controlled Access / Fall Hazard / Confined Space and Hazardous Energy Control Program
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Knowledge of Plant Safety Policy and Procedures
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Knowledge of area mechanical and electrical equipment
What Can Give You a Competitive Advantage (Preferred Qualifications)
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All required Global Manufacturing System (GMS) Training
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Understanding of SAP Ordering System
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Understanding of Process Monitoring and Control
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.
Benefits Overview
The goal of the General Motors of Canada total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan currently includes the following benefits, in addition to many others:
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Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and supplemental benefits for pregnancy, parental and adoption leave;
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Healthcare, dental, and vision benefits;
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Life insurance plans to cover you and your family;
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Company and matching contributions to a Defined Contribution Pension plan to help you save for retirement;
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GM Vehicle Purchase Plan for you, your family and friends.
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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.
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.
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 Statement
Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities. Should you be contacted by General Motors of Canada, please advise if you require accommodation. General Motors of Canada values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.