Site Lean Leader

Job Description

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Develops and manages processes that enable the implementation of lean in both the transactional and operational manufacturing areas of GE Aviation’s Norwich, NY manufacturing site.
• Supports GE and GE Aviation kaizen promotion offices with initiatives to re-engineer processes and methods to assure effectiveness and efficiency in the deployment and application of Lean.  Delivers Lean trainings and facilitates events/workouts to achieve measurable improvements.
• Serves as a champion, coach, and mentor for change by influencing and guiding leadership and teams to better understand and adopt lean principles, and problem-solving methodologies, ultimately fostering a culture of change and servant leadership.
• Leads the planning and execution of Kaizens, daily management, and other Lean transformation initiatives focused on safely eliminating waste, creating velocity, and reducing lead times through the application of standard work.  Drives adherence to Kaizen standard work and daily management ensuring high levels of engagement and collaboration during pre-work, event week, and post event weeks.
• Trains and coaches via formal training and Gemba walks on problem-solving behaviors and basic lean methodologies including visual management, daily management, 5S, Standardized work, and leader standard work.  Analyzes data and uses value stream mapping to create current and future state lean manufacturing designs which drive the transformation road map.  Builds cross-functional relationships within the value stream to build trust and gain the credibility to challenge the current state.
• Strong understanding of change management to build momentum and excitement for operational changes across the business.
• Coaches the team on development, implementation, and sustainment of a linked operating system that drives KPI transformation incorporating learnings from daily management for continuous improvement.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma/GED with at least 9 years’ experience in Manufacturing developing Lean or continuous improvement strategies)
• Minimum of 5 years of lean manufacturing or continuous improvement experience
• Minimum of 3 years of experience leading internal teams

Desired Characteristics:

• Strong communication, leadership, facilitation, and project management skills with the ability to speak effectively with influence and various stakeholders.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Viewed as a leader who can motivate teams and bring a strong positive attitude toward change.
• Strong organizational and project management skills; demonstrated ability to lead programs/projects.
• Effective problem identification and solution skills.
• Proficiency and experience with Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook).
• Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn.
• Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively.
• Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed.
• Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative.
• Problem-solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker.

The base pay range for this position is $111,700 - $186,200. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary/commission based on the plan.

This posting is expected to close on 3/8/2024.

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.  ​

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

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