General Motors · 19 hours ago
Weld & Sealing Engineer
General Motors is committed to leading change in the automotive industry, and they are seeking a Weld & Sealing Engineer to provide engineering support for joining, dispense, and launch activities within the vehicle assembly and body production organization. The role involves supervising a team, ensuring successful implementation of processes during product launches, and maintaining safety and quality standards in the body shop.
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Responsibilities
Complete all GMS (Global Manufacturing System) audits & requirements
Actively implements safety & housekeeping standards (WPO)
Complete all FIFO (First In – First Out) audits & requirements
Exceeds BPD SPQRCE & BIQ4 requirements
Support TIP (Throughput Improvement Process) as needed
Organize, execute, & follow up all necessary work needed for weekend completion in areas of assignment
Keeps management informed of developments as they occur & escalates as required
Implements divisional & Corporate policies
Complies with the terms of local & national labor agreements
Maintains corporate & unit management control systems & department records
Pay personnel in time keeping systems (KRONOS or other) daily
Maintain, implement and continuously improve process control methods for the body shop welding, fastening, sealing & adhesive applications to include:
Maintain database of all non-conforming joining problems
Maintain weld equipment with yearly certifications
Maintain and update all weld tool information sheets
Maintain Audit Certification for Body Shop
Provide plant floor troubleshooting, training and problem solving to root cause analysis
Propose and evaluate manufacturing processes and equipment for assigned areas
Be a technical resource for manufacturing engineers, skilled trades and production teams
Process validation experience with new equipment build, installation and start-up
Knowledge of computer software as it pertains to the manufacturing process
Must be able to rotate or work off shifts and work weekends (3 shift operation)
Provide a safe work environment & comply with all policies
Work with engineering & production teams for quality, warranty & cost improvement activities
Coordinate input from internal/external customers to meet customer needs and/or perceptions
Cover maintenance areas as required, including weekend rotations
Assist with Joining & Dispense Launch activities as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent training preferred
2+ years of experience in manufacturing, body shop operations, or production launch support
Strong interpersonal and communication skills for cross-shift coordination and stakeholder engagement
Demonstrated ability to identify gaps, implement process improvements, and drive throughput efficiency
Skilled in analyzing operational data and facilitating corrective actions during launch phases
Must be willing to work on any shift on a rotation basis
Preferred
Knowledge of joining processes to include:
Welding processes – Resistance spot, MIG braze
Aluminum Spot welding
Sealer & Adhesive applications and requirements
Clinch & Rivet Applications
Drawn Arc Stud Welding
Projection nut/stud welding
Benefits
Relocation benefits
Company
General Motors
General Motors is an automotive company that designs, produces, markets, and distributes vehicles and vehicle parts.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$8.51BKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2025-05-05Post Ipo Debt· $2B
2024-10-31Grant· $8M
2024-07-11Grant· $500M
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