Manufacturing Group Leader - Pattern Shop

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of Pattern makers and tool cleaners to ensure safety, quality, and productivity
• Oversee the design, fabrication, cleaning, and maintenance of over 500 tools and dies
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce downtime
• Coordinate Pattern Shop activities with engineering, production, and maintenance teams
• Schedule engineering changes, maintenance repairs, and preventive maintenance work orders
• Manage inventory and ensure timely procurement of tools, dies, and related materials
• Schedule 3D scanning for tooling cycle checks and shop repairs
• Manage staffing schedules, including weekday and weekend overtime, holiday assignments, and various shifts

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Proficiency in Pattern Shop design, fabrication, and maintenance
• Knowledge of automotive manufacturing processes and standards
• Familiarity with CAD software, CNC machines, and other Pattern Shop equipment
• Experience with 3D scanning and repair analysis
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and general computer proficiency
• Ability to work weekends and be assigned to afternoon or night shifts
• Physical stamina to stand for long periods and lift materials up to 40 lbs in a manufacturing environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical certification or associate degree in Pattern making or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Pattern making, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role
• Bachelor's degree in engineering
• Knowledge of foundries and cold-box processes

About the Company

General Motors is leading the change to make our world better, safer, and more equitable through our actions. Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions, and Zero Congestion, driven by a diverse team passionate about engineering, technology, and design.