Area Manager

Job Description

Vacancy Status

Yes - This posting is for an existing vacancy within the organization and is open to new applications. (Backfill)

AI Disclosure

As part of the application process, Artificial Intelligence will be used in the hiring process for this role

Onsite - This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to [Location] on a full-time basis.

The Area Manager leads a defined production/operations area (e.g., machining, assembly, test, or maintenance) to deliver safe, stable, and efficient operations. This role owns SPQRCE (Safety, People, Quality, Responsiveness, Cost, Environment) results, leads a team of salaried and hourly employees, and drives GMS/TIP and continuous improvement every day.

Key Responsibilities

Safety & Compliance
 

• Champion a zero-injury culture; ensure compliance with safety rules, PPE, ergonomics, and lockout/tagout.
• Meet or exceed plant targets for RIR/LWDC and maintain strong housekeeping and environmental compliance.

Operations & Problem Solving
 

• Own day-to-day operations for assigned lines/cells to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets.
• Provide assistance in analyzing and solving complex manufacturing problems using structured problem-solving tools.
• Meet cost, schedule, and quality requirements for operations and small projects.

People Leadership
 

• Coach, train, develop, and evaluate Group/Shift Leaders and hourly employees; address performance and conduct issues with HR/LR support.
• Manage staffing, overtime, and training to ensure appropriate coverage across all shifts.

Quality & Continuous Improvement
 

• Ensure processes deliver right-first-time quality and support BIQ4 expectations where applicable.
• Lead GMS/TIP elements (visual management, standard work, problem solving, Kaizen) and maintain STS/TIS/JES for the area.

Cross-Functional & Project Work
 

• Collaborate with ME, Quality, Maintenance, GSC, Launch and other functions to resolve issues and support changes/trials.
• Assist in obtaining resources (people, equipment, tooling, support) needed for operations/projects.
• Establish recommendations and action plans to complete projects and support plant/manufacturing objectives.

Governance & Decision-Making
 

• Administer divisional and Corporate policies consistently and fairly.
• Maintain control systems, budgets, and performance information needed to monitor the area and sustain a strong safety culture.
• Exercise a high level of independent judgement and initiative within established objectives and policies.

Qualifications
 

• Postsecondary education in Engineering, Operations Management, Business or related field, or equivalent manufacturing experience.
• Experience in high-volume manufacturing (production/operations or maintenance) with exposure to GMS/lean systems.
• Proven people-leadership experience (setting expectations, coaching, feedback, accountability), ideally in a unionized environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; comfortable using data and standard tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, plant dashboards).
• Effective communicator with ability to build relationships across hourly and salaried teams and cross-functional partners.

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $131,00.00 to $180,900.00. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.

Benefits:

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:
 

• Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and supplemental benefits for pregnancy, parental and adoption leave.
• Healthcare, dental and vision benefits including health care spending account and wellness incentive.
• Life insurance plans to cover you and your family.
• Company and matching contributions to a Defined Contribution Pension plan to help you save for retirement.
• GM Vehicle Purchase Plan for you, your family, and friends.

THIS JOB IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR RELOCATIONS BENEFITS. ANY RELOCATION COSTS WOULD BE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE SELECTED CANDIDATE. 

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

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