Senior PCBA/SMT Site Operations Manager

Job Description

This role is based remotely but if you live within a 50-mile radius of Warren, Michigan, you are expected to report to that location three times a week, at minimum.

The Role

As a Senior PBCA/SMT Site Operations Manager, you will be part of developing effective PCBA SMT Hubs supply to support our fast-growing electronics and software needs.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the set-up as well as operating and maintaining Surface Mount Technology (SMT) production equipment to manufacture high‑quality printed circuit board assemblies. This role ensures consistent throughput, adherence to IPC standards, and continuous improvement of the SMT process. Additionally, this individual will be comfortable operating autonomously, solving problems independently, and prioritizing tasks that maximize enterprise value for General Motors and the Global Purchasing and Supply Chain (GPSC) function.

SMT Line Setup & Operation

• Overseeing the set-up of the SMT equipment including solder paste printers, pick‑and‑place machines, SPI/AOI systems, and reflow ovens.
• Ensure the SMT line adheres to proper changeovers, feeder loading, reel splicing, and verification of component placement programs.
• Verify the SMT line meets accurate reflow profiles and ensures thermal processes meet specifications.

Quality Assurance & Inspection

• Conduct in‑process inspections for solder paste deposition, component placement accuracy, and solder joint quality.
• Ensure all assemblies meet IPC‑A‑610 and J‑STD‑001 workmanship standards.
• Document defects, rework actions, and quality findings in MES and have these read-across all Hubs.

What You’ll Do

• Actively participate in the development of commodity strategies 
• Collaborate closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders 
• Adhere to corporate and departmental purchasing and accounting practices and procedures 
• Sourcing and contracting activities that include, but are not limited to: 
• Sourcing strategy, bid list development & management 
• Lead sourcing recommendations and alignment with cross-functional teams 
• Lead supplier relationship management initiatives, including “Strategic Supplier Engagement” and nurture relationship with suppliers by acting as a focal point for commercial issue resolution 
• Lead or represent the purchasing function in supplier KPI reviews 
• Represent purchasing and support mitigation of supply chain disruptions. 
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and identify savings opportunities, advance automation and introduce innovative solutions.   
• Support or lead additional required projects as assigned by management. 
• Promote GM's behaviors values and makes customer-focused decisions. 

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• 5+ years relevant work experience in PCBA SMT Operations
• Data Judgement - Competency using automated tools, ability to objectively analyze data and draw meaningful conclusions 
• Informative Communication - Ability to communicate relevant information to the appropriate audience both effectively and timely 
• Relationship Management - Develops and maintains constructive, cooperative working relationships 
• Negotiation - engage in collaborative discussions to reach meaningful agreements 
• Analytical Thinking - Consider various factors in decision making to determine solutions and their impacts 
• Results Focus - Take charge without prompting, seize opportunities and deliver on time 
• Workload Management - Manage multiple tasks with quality; prioritize by critical needs 
• Ability to travel 25% of the time domestically

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Finance, related field 
• Experience with commodities (SMT line operations, PCB and/or PCBAs)
• Experience with SMT Capacity/Utilization Forecasting
• Experience with Supply Chain / Procurement of all Electronic Components associated with SMT operation
• Cost analysis or manufacturing experience
• Automotive industry experience
• Knowledge of Capacity and Materials Management
• Capable of drawing conclusions from complex data, market trends and the regulatory environment
• Ability to understand basic engineering documents and technical drivers for the applicable commodities
• Knowledge of contract law as it applies to the purchasing processes

Compensation:

• The salary range for this role is $107,600 – 156,700. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.
• Bonus Potential: An incentive pay program offers payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance.
• Benefits: GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more.

This job may be eligible for relocation benefits 

GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)

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