Job Description Summary

　　In this role, you will lead the development and deployment of a plant-wide lean culture, problem-solving, visual management, Lean process development and Lean training. You will partner with the Plant Leadership team to establish a customer-based improvement strategy, which drives safety, customer responsiveness, lead time reduction, quality improvement, and cost reductions in line with business/functional objectives. This role will report to the West Jefferson Site Lean Leader. Individual contributor role, no direct reports.

　　Job Description

　　Roles and Responsibilities

　　Lead lean transformations within manufacturing cells to improve process quality and create capacity by reducing cycle time, inventory, and waste

　　Establish site lean standards for visual management, 5S, daily management, etc. and provide lean training to employees

　　Be a champion of Kaizen that impacts product flow, production to TAKT and inventory turns

　　Teach, promote, and practice the lean principles and tools

　　Lead Value Stream Mapping and Kaizen events to identify process wastes and to develop and implement corrective actions

　　Create Standardized Work Instructions, layouts, and process flow diagrams

　　Facilitate functional managers in establishing process flow by implementing visual management tools and methods to pull product through the work cells

　　Apply Lean Six Sigma tools to improve process capability and eliminate defects

　　Coach teams using the A3 thinking through the define, analyze, root cause, and countermeasure phases

　　Facilitate, train, and coach team members in the use of Lean, and Problem-solving tools

　　Educate, coach, and mentor others on Lean philosophy and application

　　Communicate and coordinate effectively with supply chain partners to achieve goals and results

　　Required Qualifications

　　Bachelor’s Degree accredited college or university + a minimum of 3 years of full-time lean manufacturing experience (or a high school diploma / GED + a minimum of 4 years of full-time lean manufacturing experience)Desired Characteristics

　　Experience working in manufacturing, specifically in a shop floor environment

　　Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma / equivalent Quality, and Operational Excellence

　　Experience with TPM & Kaizen Methods

　　Experience with Lean Transformation, Lean Implementation and Change Management

　　Experience with Lean Tools – 5s, Kanban, Setup reduction, Poka-yoke, and Value Stream Mapping

　　Experience with Cycle-Time Improvement

　　Experience with Loss and Waste Elimination

　　Experience working in or implementing Toyota Production System, GE Aviation Production System, or comparable Continuous Improvement methodology

　　Experience training others in principles of Lean methodology

　　Ability to motivate teams and lead change at all levels of the organization

　　Ability to work and communicate effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization

　　Passion / obsession for driving improvement

　　Six Sigma Green / Black belt certification or equivalent quality certification

　　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, collaborator

　　Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker

　　Competitive benefits package includes :

　　Medical, dental, and vision insurance that begins on the first day of employment

　　Permissive time off policy for newly hired employees

　　Generous 401(k) plan

　　Tuition Reimbursement

　　Life insurance and disability coverage

　　Bonus Plan Eligible

　　And more!

　　This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. GE will require proof of status prior to employment.

　　Additional Information

　　GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf) . 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 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