Group Leader: Sled Operations

Description

The Role

The Group Leader for the Sled Operations Technician Team is responsible for leading the sled team and managing resources and equipment to meet VSCL testing requirements. This role requires technical knowledge of sled equipment to provide guidance to the team and the ability to collaborate with other VSCL teams, Test Systems Engineering (TSE), Global Safety Performance Integration (GSPI), and vendors to ensure quality and responsiveness in sled operations. The Group Leader acts as the single point of contact for productivity and accountability in this operation.

What You'll Do

• Develop plans for training, developing, and evaluating employees.
• Manage sled schedule and projections.
• Manage technician site assignments based on need.
• Identify opportunities to improve test capabilities or facilities.
• Identify new areas for learning and take advantage of learning opportunities.
• Participate in the selection of new employees.
• Implement GMS principles.
• Develop and coordinate quality and responsiveness requirements in support of product programs.
• Provide technical support for problem solving.
• Coordinate activities as necessary with other departments and/or groups.
• Initiate and evaluate cost studies as necessary.
• Coordinate with vendors regarding test equipment.
• Establish a course of action to accomplish completion of the job and/or project.
• Coordinate input from internal/external customers to better understand customer needs and/or perceptions.
• Model and foster desired core values and behaviors.
• Maintain safety and good housekeeping standards and support Lean Process Implementation.
• Create and maintain an environment that enables all participants to contribute to their full potential.
• Develop, produce, and maintain departmental performance metrics.
• Support and develop cross-training and resource sharing with other labs.
• Participate in special projects.
• Utilize technical writing skills and knowledge of critical software applications.
• Stay ahead of current product developments and trends in area of responsibility.
• Share lessons learned with peers and manager.
• Make recommendations based on work completed.

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• 2-year technical degree.
• 5-8 years of relevant experience.
• DFSS Green Belt certification.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Demonstrated technical and professional skills in job-related area.
• Ability to exercise highly independent judgment and develop creative solutions with minimal consultation.

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

• 4-year engineering degree.
• Over 10 years of relevant experience.
• DFSS Black Belt certification.
• Familiarity with VSCL applications (Track Eye, TLM, X-Crash, Test Track, etc.).

GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)

This role is categorized as onsite. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location on a full-time basis.

This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.

This position requires the ability to legally operate a motor vehicle on a regular basis and successfully complete a Motor Vehicle Report review.

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Client-provided location(s): Milford, MI

Job ID: General_Motors-JR-202520440

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2025-11-21T00:15:17