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General Motors Co-Op - Student Supervisor, Vancouver PDC in Langley, British Columbia
Job Description
Work Arrangement:
Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Langley, BC PDC - Plant on a full-time basis.
The Role:
The Vancouver Parts Distribution Centre is looking for a responsible, hardworking, and out-going Student Supervisor for a medium sized group of hourly employees for our warehouse operation! You will be responsible for documenting process knowledge, updating materials, and standardizing work expectations job instruction. The selected candidate will participate in GMS activities and daily administrative functions.
Key Responsibilities:
Promote safe work practices and achieve objectives, health and safety and housekeeping.
Maintains records to track and improve departmental performance.
Assist with GMS projects, administration, and scheduling.
Develop and revise work instructions as required.
Utilize statistical methods and data to drive continuous improvement.
Participates in forward planning activities, supporting departmental Business Plan Deployment (BPD) boards.
Communicate between departments and other business units to implement best practices, resolve problems, and sustain consistent performance to objectives.
Assist in the development of the facility and processes using the plan for change and management of change process.
Achieve business results by creating a work environment that fosters a positive and inclusive culture that is based on feedback and recognition.
Participate in employee relations WOC activities and planning.
Assist with general administrative tasks.
Perform other tasks, as required to support business needs.
Required Qualifications:
Pursuit of a Bachelor's (2nd, 3rd and 4th year students) degree in one of the following areas:Business, Operations or Management
Able to work fulltime, 40 hours per week in Canada, and for 8-month term (2 consecutive semesters) starting January 2025
High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others, motivate employees, and elicit work output
Strong organizational, problem solving, and analytical skills
Demonstrates strong leadership and written/verbal communication skills
Highly adaptable with the ability to work independently and in a team environment
Fundamental digital literacy including proven understanding of MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Individual is expected to manage the travel with his/ her own vehicle.
What will give you a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):
Previous supervisory, or team leading experience
Previous warehousing experience
Project management experience
GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP
TO APPLY FOR THIS POSTION YOU MUST APPLY HERE AND APPLY THROUGH YOUR SCHOOL’S ONLINE SYSTEM AS REQUIRED
NOTE- YOU MUST BE ENROLLED IN A CO-OP OR INTERNSHIP PROGRAM AND MEET THE PROGRAM’S ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS. ALL STUDENTS MUST ALSO BE LEGALLY ENTITLED TO WORK IN CANADA.
Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities. Should you be contacted by General Motors of Canada Company, please advise if you require accommodation.
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Diversity Information
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We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities. Should you be contacted by General Motors of Canada, please advise if you require accommodation. General Motors of Canada values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.
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