Job Description Summary

　　We have a great opportunity for an experienced Senior Operations Business Leader for our team at GE Aerospace Dayton Cores and Castings (DCC). Our Team is at the cutting edge of ceramics utilizing additive technology to advance the development and manufacturing of airfoils. DCC is experiencing a tremendous amount of growth, and continued technology development is critical to our success.

　　The Senior Operations Business Leader will be responsible for leading manufacturing operations for Dayton Cores and Castings (DCC). This individual will be accountable for planning and directing all aspects of the organization’s manufacturing, initiatives, and policies, as well as play a key leadership role in the continued transformation of the DCC site. They will perform the daily operations to ensure reliability and consistency of the production processes, while reaching defined targets for our KPIs in safety, quality, delivery, and cost.

　　This individual will function in a team environment, with the plant leader, members of the site level Staff, Engineers, Technicians, and Operators to ensure business metrics and support both internal and external customers. This leadership role will require you to develop, coach, and support your large team, while supporting delivery and cost in a secure, compliant, and safe manner.

　　This position would be a good fit for an Operational Leader with strong people leadership and New Product Introduction (NPI) experience. Previous experience with Airfoil, Core, Casting, Ceramic and/or Additive Manufacturing would be preferred.

　　GE Aerospace is a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. GE Aerospace has a global service network to support these offerings.

　　Dayton Cores and Castings (DCC) is a GE Aerospace manufacturing shop that makes HPT Airfoil Cores and Castings. We are a low-rate production shop that develops the leading edge of airfoil technology to deliver value through new product introduction and manufacturing industrialization.

　　Job Description

　　Roles & Responsibilities:

　　Develop and implement plans to ensure successful attainment of production schedule commitments

　　Manage the operation to reach defined targets in safety, quality, cost, and delivery.

　　Analyze production labor requirements, implementing appropriate capacity decisions within DCC budget and on time

　　Drive key initiatives including EHS, shop productivity, and inventory cycle reductions to meet production goals

　　Drive operations team (comprised of both salary and hourly team members) towards execution of business goals using Lean Manufacturing methodology and Culture.

　　Monitor and improve cost productivity while ensuring all customer commitments are met in a timely, quality & a compliant manner

　　Establish all production schedules and meet customer’s delivery and quality expectations

　　Assist in budgeting and forecasting for production planning

　　Ensure continuous improvement according to benchmarks and standards

　　Ensure consistent application of plant policies and procedures

　　Have a strong focus on employee relations and drive of strong culture of engagement, flexibility and high performance

　　Foster well-trained and motivated staff

　　Select, train and develop plant supervisory staff

　　Provide leadership in problem resolution, resource utilization, career counseling

　　Implement Lean Culture with strong focus on process rigor and continuous improvement mindset

　　Provide leadership, accountability and output against program milestones and manufacturing deliverables.

　　Drive daily management for team to meet production goals and balance development objectives.

　　Own and be accountable for business projects to increase output and reduce cost.

　　Use data to make decisions or solve complex tasks or problems in areas of operational management & manufacturing.

　　Utilize Problem Solving methodologies to find new solutions to difficult challenges that impact both delivery and cost.

　　Use data analysis, and expertise both within the team and outside the team to support problem solving efforts.

　　Partner with both internal DCC team members of adjacent functions and other GE Aerospace organizations to assist with problem solving, and drive to solutions.

　　Interpret internal and external business challenges and implements best practices to improve processes.

　　Lead others to find creative solutions within complex manufacturing processes.

　　Has the ability to evaluate quality of information received and question conflicting data for analysis. Use multiple internal and external resources outside of own function to help arrive at a decision.

　　Influence others to ensure delivery by partnering with other parts of the organization.

　　Communicate complex messages and influence others to drive consensus.

　　Communicate effectively with partners outside of DCC and customers.

　　Manage the wellbeing, load, capacity, and accountability of a both Salary Team and Operators.

　　Exercise the recognized supervisory responsibilities relating to PPG, career & professional development, recruitment, and training.

　　Actively drive for team development and growth, promote a culture of Continuous Improvement and data / analytical led decision making.

　　Required Qualifications:

　　Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 4 years of experience in Manufacturing).

　　Minimum of 7 years of additional experience in shop operations / manufacturing technology

　　Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing process

　　Desired Characteristics:

　　Strong people leadership experience of mid-sized teams

　　Knowledge and experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma.

　　Proven results with experience of leading a large and complex team

　　Proven years of experience in Operations Management, preferably in a production facility is an advantage.

　　Experience with NPI development is an advantage.

　　Experience with Airfoils, Ceramics, and/or Castings is an advantage.

　　Experience with Additive technology is an advantage.

　　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

　　Ability to develop, lead and coach individuals.

　　Lead initiatives of moderate scope and impact.

　　Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously.

　　Proven analytical and organizational ability.

　　Ability to work within a highly matrixed business environment.

　　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.

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　　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 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