In this role the candidate will define develop and implement lean improvement projects in line with business strategic expectations

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In this role the candidate will define, develop and implement lean improvement projects in line with business strategic expectations

Drive the Aero Alliance cultural brand across the business to achieve EHS, Quality & business objectives

Identify opportunities to eliminate waste and non-value-added activities

Use best practice lean tools such as, but not limited to, Kanbans, JIT, VSM, 5S, FMEA, Kitset delivery and vendor managed inventory, to help drive efficiency and cost saving to operations.

Identify areas and processes, that lend themselves to Automation and the removal of manual effort

Work with all functions of the business to help drive business performance.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

Ability to identify, implement & drive TAT reduction strategic initiatives

Hold project management expertise required to drive lean projects through to completion

Identify, coach & mentor lean methodology to drive improvement objectives

Have excellent people leadership & communication skills at all levels

Identify & implement KPI’s to track project progress

Lead Lean activities and workshops including Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen Blitz, Obeya, 5S

Facilitate 5S system and drive for excellent result

Drive critical path decisions, make recommendations and influence program leaders and functional process owners to maximize project impact, drive simplification and standardization efforts for all project initiatives.

Facilitate or support continuous improvement activities (SPL, Kaizen, A3 ) in factory

Apply Change Management principles to deliver project goals, build system and process competency, and integrate multiple changes at one time.

Streamline redundant business processes through application of lean six sigma principles.

Provide training and governance to the business Key and End Users.

Minimize customizations and offline processes and maximize use of industry standard processes and standard functionalities when designing and digitizing the next generation.

Identify and solution processes to provide real-time job costing visibility, and process simplification supported by a business case for change, a planned V actual post implementation review/KPI and benefits analysis.

Adopt project management, planning, and operating rhythm deliverables including frequent communication and presentations to functional and IT leadership, project leadership, and business stakeholders.

Be aware of EHS rules and warn others to follow the rules, when driving any physical changes to operations

As an expert in the use of the Lean tools / methods with a comprehensive knowledge descriptive statistics, lead and manage the completion of continuous improvement projects within a given timeframe to meet or facility goals in productivity, quality, efficiency, and safety

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, business, industrial or related technical discipline from an accredited college or University

3 years in a Lean Role in Operations or New Manufacturing

Desired Characteristics

Ability to manage multiple projects across different technologies at a time

Strong organization, planning, and leadership skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group, executives, managers, vendors, and subject matter experts

Ability to set own action plans and be proactive

Knowledge of Oracle, SAP or other ERP applications with additional hands-on experience

Ability to use Lean / Six Sigma tools and techniques to drive change

Quality and cost driven

Open mind to cultural change, high energy & drive, self-starter and motivator

Ability to make effective decisions under pressure

Strong team player who works to make the entire team successful, not bound by strict role description

Demonstrated ability to lead change

Distinctive clear thinking, inclusiveness and external focus

Ability to operate independently, self-starter

Exceptional problem-solver, able to work on highly complex problems requiring analytical, conceptual and quantitative ability

Good experience in projects management dealing with implementing improvement methodologies

Good at mentor and developing people and organizations

Fluent in English and interest in international networking

Interest in multi-cultural environment

Demonstrated ability to analyze problems and develop appropriate solutions to assist in troubleshooting problems

Green Belt or Black Belt certified (GE Employees only)

Demonstrated ability to lead programs / projects through to completion

Strong oral and written communication skills

Strong interpersonal and leadership skills

Able to effectively interface with all levels of the organization

Effective problem identification and solution skills

Knowledgeable in repair processes, procedures, and planning

Data/fact driven decision maker

Experience in change and project management projects

Relevant experience in the services/repair Industry

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:

No

Company info

General Electric Company
Website : http://www.ge.com