GE Aerospace · 2 months ago
Compressor Airfoils FLIGHT DECK Lean Leader
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
$149K/yr - $198K/yr
5+ years expGE Aerospace is a leading company in the aerospace sector, and they are seeking a Compressor Airfoils FLIGHT DECK Lean Leader to implement lean manufacturing processes within their Compressor Airfoils shops. The role involves coaching teams, driving continuous improvement, and improving product flow and process efficiency.
AerospaceCommercialManufacturing
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead and Execute the Part Family Transformation within manufacturing lines to achieve Operating goals using KPI-based performance management
Coach and Collaborate with all levels of the organization and functions of the Part Family including Operators, Support Staff, and the Leadership Team to help progress FLIGHT DECK and drive Continuous Improvement
Be a Champion of Kaizen and Facilitate Kaizen Events to drive improvements using Pull, Kanban, Standard Work, 5S and Single-Piece Flow
Develop advanced competency in wide range of FLIGHT DECK fundamentals & Industrial Methods, and coach associates in the use and implementation of Lean principles
Partner, develop and execute standard Capacity Utilization process in partnership with the local Operations, Lean and Industrial Engineering Leaders
Improve labor and machine utilization by studying work methods, layout and equipment modifications, designing new methods and recommending job restructuring
Improve workflow by studying process flow charts, recommending modifications in workflow and workstations, and developing new procedures
Participate in the Part Family’s Daily Management process including daily management meetings, Genba walks and Kata coaching cycles
Coach teams using the Kata process to drive daily Rapid Experiments and Problem Solving in a systematic way
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree accredited college or university
Minimum of 5 years of experience in driving lean transformation in Manufacturing / Operations
Knowledge of and experience applying lean in shop floor situations (standardized work, material & information flows, level production and pull systems)
Willing to travel up to 60% of the time
Relocation will be offered for those that are willing to relocate to Rutland, VT only
Preferred
10 years of experience in driving lean transformation in Manufacturing / Operations
Models the GE Behaviors (Humility, Transparency, Focus): this is mission-critical for all GE leaders as an enabler for continuous improvement
Results orientation – must deliver sustainable results
Ability to accurately assess key business metrics and situations from a senior leader perspective and leverage lean to drive improvement
Able to influence others – must be able to inform, convince, and persuade other using lean to drive sustainable results. Highly credible
Collaborative, team orientation – knows when to lead and when to follow. Customer focused and demonstrates a high sense of urgency
Impactful communicator from the shop floor to the Boardroom
Problem solver – analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker
Benefits
Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Access to a Health Coach
A 24/7 nurse-based resource
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
Company retirement contributions
Access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid time-off for vacation or illness
Company
GE Aerospace
GE Aerospace is a provider of jet and turboprop engines, as well as integrated systems.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.01BKey Investors
JobsOhioUS Department of EnergyAir Force Research Laboratory
2025-07-22Post Ipo Debt· $2B
2025-01-10Grant· $9M
2024-04-02IPO
Leadership Team
Amy Gowder
President and CEO Defense and Systems
H. Lawrence Culp
Chairman & CEO, GE Aerospace
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