Job Description SummaryProcess and quality improvement roles Impacts departmental operations and responsible for planning/execution. The role has some autonomy but is focused on execution of activities within an operating discipline covered by standard functional practices and procedures. Some judgment may be required but this is typically with guidance.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

Lead lean transformations within manufacturing cells to improve process quality and create capacity by reducing cycle time, inventory, and wasteEstablish site lean standards for visual management, 5S, daily management, etc. and provide lean training to employeesBe a champion of Kaizen that impacts product flow, production to TAKT and inventory turnsTeach, promote, and practice the lean principles and toolsLead Value Stream Mapping and Kaizen events to identify process wastes and to develop and implement corrective actionsCreate Standardized Work Instructions, layouts, and process flow diagramsFacilitate functional managers in establishing process flow by implementing visual management tools and methods to pull product through the work cellsApply Lean Six Sigma tools to improve process capability and eliminate defectsCoach teams using the A3 thinking through the define, analyze, root cause, and countermeasure phasesFacilitate, train, and coach team members in the use of Lean, and Problem-solving toolsEducate, coach, and mentor others on Lean philosophy and applicationCommunicate and coordinate effectively with supply chain partners to achieve goals and results

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree accredited  college or university (or a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of experience in Industrial Engineering experience)  +  Minimum of 3 years of Industrial Engineering experience

Desired Characteristics

Experience working in manufacturing, specifically in a shop floor environmentExperience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma / equivalent Quality, and Operational ExcellenceExperience with TPM & Kaizen MethodsExperience with Lean Transformation, Lean Implementation and Change ManagementExperience with Lean Tools – 5s, Kanban, Setup reduction, Poka-yoke, and Value Stream MappingExperience with Cycle-Time ImprovementExperience with Loss and Waste EliminationExperience working in or implementing Toyota Production System, GE Aviation Production System, or comparable Continuous Improvement methodologyExperience training others in principles of Lean methodologyAbility to motivate teams and lead change at all levels of the organizationAbility to work and communicate effectively with individuals at all levels of the organizationPassion / obsession for driving improvementSix Sigma Green / Black belt certification or equivalent quality certificationHumble: 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, collaboratorProblem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker

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GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan 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. ​

GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its 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. Therefore, for applicants who are not asylees, refugees, lawful permanent residents or U.S. Citizens (i.e., not a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), otherwise known as a U.S. Person), final offers will be contingent on the ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes