General Motors · 17 hours ago
Operations Build Technician - Battery Cell Development Center
Warren, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expGeneral Motors is a leading automotive company focused on innovation and sustainability. The Operations Build Technician supports day-to-day operations for advanced battery cell manufacturing, performing equipment operation, process setup, and quality checks to ensure high-quality development builds.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleInformation ServicesManufacturingTransportation
No H1B
Responsibilities
Follow all GM safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
Use required PPE and maintain safe operating conditions at all times
Participate in safety checks, audits, and incident investigations
Support hazardous materials handling and emergency response readiness
Operate equipment and perform build activities across slurry/mixing, coating, calendaring, assembly, formation, and end‑of‑line testing
Execute material prep, machine setup, parameter verification, and process start‑up/shut‑down
Monitor equipment performance and respond quickly to issues or abnormalities
Complete JES/TIS/SOP steps accurately and escalate concerns as needed
Maintain clean, organized, and compliant work areas
Assist engineering teams with equipment commissioning, testing, and validation
Support process trials, capability studies, and data collection for development builds
Improve documentation (JES/TIS/SOPs, PFDs, PADs, PCPs) through updates and feedback
Help implement process changes, upgrades, or new technology integration
Perform in‑process inspections, measurements, and data recording
Identify quality concerns and assist with root‑cause troubleshooting
Support Built‑in‑Quality activities and containment when required
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives using GMS principles
Document observations and lessons learned to support future builds
Work closely with operations, engineering, maintenance, and quality teams to resolve issues
Support supplier equipment acceptance, integration, or trials as needed
Communicate clearly across shifts to maintain continuity and process stability
Qualification
Required
1–3+ years of manufacturing, operations, or technical experience
Strong mechanical aptitude and hands‑on experience with industrial equipment
Ability to read and follow standardized work instructions and technical documentation
Familiarity with basic measurements, inspection tools, and data entry
Ability to work off‑shifts, weekends, or holidays as business needs require
Ability to wear PPE (safety glasses, gloves, hard hat, ear protection, safety shoes, clean room suits, respirators if required)
Strong problem‑solving skills with attention to detail and quality
Ability to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic development environment
Preferred
Experience in lithium‑ion cell manufacturing (slurry/mixing, coating, calendering, stacking/assembly, formation, EOL testing)
Experience in development, pilot, or startup environments
Experience with EV/high‑voltage safety and lithium‑ion manufacturing hazards
Exposure to Automation, robotics, or AMR integration
Knowledge of Built-in-Quality, Lean, or GMS principles
Red X, DFSS, DOE, Lean, or CIP training or certifications
Experience with process troubleshooting and equipment adjustments
Company
General Motors
General Motors is an automotive company that designs, produces, markets, and distributes vehicles and vehicle parts.
10001+ employees
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
Leadership Team
Mary Barra
Chair and Chief Executive Officer
Tony Cervone
Senior Vice President, Global Communications
Recent News
2026-01-24
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