À propos de ce poste Entry-Level Paint Process Engineer chez General Motors
Job Description
Our plants are the groundwork for GM and a place of innovation. We need paint process engineer interns to utilize their creativity and innovation to develop efficiencies in material flow and support and define implementation of new processes and equipment. These tasks would teach you root causing analysis and problem solving as well as leadership skills to provide technical support and direction to support personnel/skilled trades within the organization. Quality and safety are extremely meaningful to us, so enforcing safe work practices is the highest priority, so you may develop and support safety protocols. There is a high level of analytical ability where problems are unusual and difficult.
Responsibilities:
Ensure that assembly processes are maintained to run effectively for engine manufacturing
Work with other team members on problem solving and continuous improvement initiatives daily
Collaborating with hourly and salaried employees
Problem-solve (analyze data, determine root causes, develop implementation plans) and resolve issues which are affecting assembly, quality or throughput
Actively identify & pursue opportunities to improve operations by reducing cost, reducing energy usage, improve quality, etc.
Collaborate with production and maintenance personnel
Resolve issues, implement improvements, and communicate status & opportunities, etc.
Proposes and evaluates the processes for equipment in production areas
Provides technical support for manufacturing operations
Coordinates input from internal/external customers to better understand customer needs and/or perceptions
Keeps abreast of current product developments and trends in areas of expertise
Actively identifies new areas for learning and takes advantage of learning opportunities
Able to assign work to small or large groups of employees
Job Location
We have opportunities available in the locations below for this role.
Lansing, MI
Wentzville, MO
Specific physical requirements of the position include the ability to:
Walk and stand for prolonged periods of time.
Read standardized work instructions, operate machines and tools, and perform quality inspections.
Promptly detect and respond to safety instructions, alarms, and signals.
Wear personal protective equipment, for example: safety glasses, gloves, hats, ear plugs, and safety shoes.
Work in a loud manufacturing environment that is not climate controlled (conditions can be hot or cold).
Frequently and repetitively bend, twist, kneel, crouch and reach to perform work.
Lift or carry materials weighing up to 15 pounds and periodically carry or lift materials weighing up to 40 lbs.
Occasionally sit, climb (including ladders and lifts) and drive vehicles and equipment.
Required Qualifications:
Pursuit of a Bachelor’s degree in one of the following areas: Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Controls Engineering, Controls Systems Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Materials Engineering/Materials Science and Manufacturing Engineering
Must be graduating between December 2026 and June 2027
Able to work fulltime, 40 hours per week
Must be willing to work in a plant environment
Preferred Qualifications:
Outstanding interpersonal and relationship management skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with varying levels of the organization
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to distill complex subjects to a wider audience
Emerging partnership and collaboration skills and ability to learn from and share knowledge with co-workers in a fast-paced environment
High level of integrity, ability to deal with ambiguity, takes initiative/self-directed
Evidence of strong character with integrity, honesty, accountability and trust
Consistently demonstrates innovative thinking that is customer-centric
Excellent project management skills and the proven ability to manage multiple projects at any given
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Work Arrangement:
Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to their assigned facility on a full-time basis.
To help facilitate administration of relocation benefits if you are selected, please apply using the permanent address you would move from.
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.
This job may be eligible for relocation benefits
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