Job Description SummaryProvides team leadership for manufacturing activities in support of high-mix low-volume aerospace component production operations. Responsible for Operational Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost, managing teams including assembly technicians, product inspectors and material specialist. Perform the daily operations of plants to ensure reliability and consistency on the production line. Impacts departmental operations and responsible for execution of production metrics. The role has some autonomy but is focused on execution of activities within an operating discipline covered by standard functional practices and procedures.Job DescriptionRoles and ResponsibilitiesProvide oversight and management of front-line manufacturing hourly employeesDeveloping in-depth knowledge of a technical discipline; uses prior experience and acquired technical expertise to execute policy/strategyIn-depth understanding of key business drivers; uses this understanding to accomplish own work; In-depth understanding of how work of own team integrates with other teams and contributes to the areaUses some level of judgment and has ability to propose different solutions outside of set parameters but with guidance; uses prior experience and on-the-job training to solve straightforward tasks; has access to technical skills and analytic thinking required to solve problems; may use multiple internal sources outside of own team to arrive at decisionsDevelop a weekly operational plan for own manufacturing activities of the team; suggest improvements in products, processes, and proceduresProvide leadership to teams that builds a team culture with safety as a top priorityWork with cross-functional peers to troubleshoot and resolve technical and quality issues as they ariseHire, develop and support the professional growth of team membersSupport all company workplace policies, including attendance and safety objectivesProvide direction and support needs for assigned production employees/technicians, which includes resource and coverage planning, scheduling overtime, timesheet/timekeeping and supporting plant prioritiesWork to maintain and further develop Visual Management, including support for 5-S, materials and metric displaysMonitor performance against site/business objectives (operational and financial) and take proactive action to solve problems and mitigate risk in meeting these objectivesEnsure compliance with business, quality and safety standardsCoordinate, lead, execute, and monitor daily production plan goals and targetsDevelop and execute training plansCoordinate consistent and effective shift-to-shift transitionDevelop and implement process controlsSupport Operations Leader in the strategic planning of workforce, equipment, and other resourcesCoordinate resources to achieve goals with a timely and cost-effective strategySupport, encourage, and drive core manufacturing and Lean principles by providing adequate time for training defining and influencing teams to accomplish continuous improvement projectsRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 7 years of experience in manufacturing and/or leading teams)Minimum of 3 years of experience in manufacturing and/or leading teamsDesired CharacteristicsHigh sense of urgency and ownership of assigned tasksAbility to foster team connections, build trust, and communicate effectivelyStrong oral and written communication skillsHigh attention to detail and organizationDemonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problemsDemonstrated knowledge and experience with Lean Manufacturing principles and toolsDemonstrated leader and respectful team playerHands-on experience with implementing and sustaining process improvementsAbility to manage multiple priorities and deliver timely actionsDemonstrated ability to effectively influence and motivate othersWillingness and ability to learn from others and listen with intentAbility to work cooperatively and effectively in a diverse multi-cultural team environmentPrevious experience leading Kaizen events and proficient use of Lean toolkit to solve complex problemsStrong interpersonal skills and leadership abilityAbility to lead initiatives of business-level scope and impactAbility to work cross-functionallyAbility to deal fairly and equitably with all employeesAbility to train, coach, and develop employeesThis 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.Additional InformationGE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is anEqual 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 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
