Group Leaders

Lockport, NY, United States

Contract Opportunity | $40-45/hour

On-Site | Full-Time Hours

Position Overview

General Motors Manufacturing is seeking Group Leaders for current and future openings at its Lockport, NY facility. This onsite, full-time role involves leading teams in Production, Quality, or Global Supply Chain to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

•  Lead and manage daily manufacturing operations and adjust plans as needed
•  Drive safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance (SPQRCE focus)
•  Lead teams, manage performance, resolve conflict, and drive accountability
•  Oversee production, quality inspections, problem-solving, and built‑in‑quality initiatives
•  Manage change and ambiguity in a fast-paced environment

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

•  Loud, non–climate-controlled manufacturing environment
•  Standing/walking for long periods; lifting up to 40 lbs periodically
•  Bending, kneeling, climbing, operating equipment, and using PPE required
•  Rotating shifts (1st, 2nd, or 3rd) with frequent weekend work (up to 7 days as needed)

Required Qualifications

•  High School Diploma or equivalent
•  Minimum 2 years of managerial experience
•  Experience leading people, solving complex problems, and making decisions
•  Strong interpersonal and conflict-management skills
•  Basic computer skills (email, Word, typing)
•  Willingness to work rotating shifts and weekends
•  Military background is a plus

Preferred Qualifications

•  Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement (CIP), TIP
•  Automotive or manufacturing experience
•  Union environment supervision
•  Supply Chain or Quality experience
•  Built‑in‑Quality initiatives, DFSS/Red X certification
•  Knowledge of timekeeping systems

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Reliance One, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.