Reliability Engineer
Description
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., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)
This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.
Onsite - This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Tonawanda on a full-time basis.
The Role:
In this role your responsibilities will be of a technical nature with decisions made within the limits of general practices, policies and standards. Your work will involve complex manufacturing problems including the need to root cause and follow issues to resolve. You will be responsible for equipment related to the manufacturing process. You will be required to use your independent discernment. Your responsibility may involve training others and assigning work to a small group of employees.
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What You'll Do (Responsibilities):
- First line of escalation for the maintenance GL's.
- Analyze and implement product or machinery designs for the best method for manufacturing processes.
- Propose and evaluate the processes for equipment in assigned area.
- Direct the design, development, and/or improvement of manufacturing processes for assigned area.
- Interface with service group personnel on technical and production problems.
- Provide direction to small group of technical employees.
- Evaluate or monitor expenditures for processes and/or equipment.
- Establish a course of action to accomplish OEE/TIP goals and ensure targets are met.
- Schedule PM and CM activities to reach productivity targets each month.
- Develop and adjusts spare part inventories.
- Be a change champion.
- Training others and assigning work to a small group of employees.
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):
- 3 + years maintenance experience.
- Leadership experience.
- Ability to read, analyze and create blueprints.
- Strong communication skills supporting working with skilled trades and creating standardized work.
- Experienced in Safety Contract Manager requirements.
- Able to work off-shift.
- Strong time and duty management.
What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):
- Engineering degree or equivalent training.
- Familiar with SAP/Ariba.
- Ability to set up spare parts.
- Experienced in Teamcenter and Maximo.
- Project management experience.
Compensation:
- The expected base compensation for this role is: $94,300.00 - $150,500.00 USD Annual. Actual base compensation within the identified range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.
- Bonus Potential: An incentive pay program offers payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance.
Benefits:
- Benefits: GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more.
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Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- HSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
Parental Benefits
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Adoption Leave
- Fertility Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Casual Dress
- Happy Hours
- On-Site Cafeteria
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Leave of Absence
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K)
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Stock Purchase Program
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Learning and Development Stipend
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Shadowing Opportunities
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Internship Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Woman founded/led
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
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