2025 Fall Co-Op - Manufacturing Engineering
2025 Fall Co-Op - Manufacturing Engineering
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Job Description
Job Description
Work Arrangement:
Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Oshawa Assembly on a full-time basis
About GM:
At General Motors we pride ourselves on designing building and selling the worlds best vehicles. We are seeking a new generation of visionaries to help launch bold engineering and business initiatives and shape new directions for General Motors. As an intern or co-op student through our EXCEL (Exploring Careers through Experiential Learning) Program you will gain hands-on career specific experiences to maximize your real world potential.
The Role:
In the role of Manufacturing Engineering Co-op based out of Oshawa Assembly Plant you will get the chance to procure manage install and validate capital and operating projects! Projects range from process design improvements to new equipment with a focus on safety cost and schedule. Also you will initiate and support process improvements related to the assembly process in your assigned area! You will perform troubleshooting of various equipment such as VDLs conveyance and lift assists.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop a proactive safety culture by engaging team members and peers in our safety processes
Understood and effective use of Global Manufacturing System
Respond to Production needs and requests for CI
Review details with maintenance and production of any issues over previous shifts
Create general shopping carts for small projects
Participate in weekend and shutdown work planning meetings
Review safety significant events and safety messages
Review shift notes
Compliance training - Hot Work Confined Space First Aid CPR Rigging and Electrical Safe Work Practices
Identify ways to eliminate waste in the areas of quality scrap uptime energy etc
Support Global Manufacturing System standards including Maintenance Level 4/5 Board Business Plan Deployment and Workplace Organization
Report near misses
Qualifications:
Pursuit of a Bachelors (3rd or 4th year) or Masters degree in one of the following areas: Mechanical Manufacturing Electrical Mechatronics Controls Systems Automotive Materials
Eligible to work full-time (40 hours per week) in Canada and for 8 12 or 16-month term (2-4 consecutive semesters) starting September 2025
Willing to work in a plant environment and flexible working hours (shift work weekends and overtime to meet business needs)
Preferred Qualifications:
Prior manufacturing experience knowledge of production environments and in automotive industry are considered assets
Previous supervisory or team leading experience
Desired Skills:
Outstanding leadership 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
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 track record to manage numerous projects at any given
Possess strong organizational problem-solving and analytical skills
Fundamental digital literacy including understanding of MS Word Excel Access and PowerPoint
Sponsorship: PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU DO NOT NEED SPONSORSHIP TO WORK IN CANADA NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. WE ARE UNABLE TO CONSIDER CANDIDATES WHO REQUIRE SPONSORSHIP
NOTE- YOU MUST BE ENROLLED IN A CO-OP OR INTERNSHIP PROGRAM AND MEET THE PROGRAMS 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.
For more information about GM Canada visit our website at Motors of Canada values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.
About GM
Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better safer and more equitable for all.
Why Join Us
We believe we all must make a choice every day individually and collectively to drive meaningful change through our words our deeds and our culture. Every day we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team.
Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities
General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.
We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required where applicable to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more visit How we Hire.
Accommodations
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Employment Type
Full-Time
