Job Description SummaryOwn Quality processes, lead and execute tactical projects, improvement activities related to quality development, training, certification, audit and implementation of quality inspections and measurements in all GE Manufacturing plants globally

Job Description

Competency Development & Resource Adequacy:

Responsible for monitoring and improving effectiveness of certification program for respective personnel related to process quality control, Firewall processes and geometrical verification in plantsResponsible to improve the competence level of quality staff in plants as per LMWP competency modelAudit and track the certification database to ensure only certified resources performing inspection in the plants

Measurement and Inspection Methods (Process and Geometrical verification methods):

Own process inspection, Firewall inspection, and GVM inspections performed in LM manufacturing facilities. Responsible for improving the processes to next level to become lean and effective.Provide constructive feedback and needed inputs to engineering during Development and improvement of Inspection methods, (Variable and Attribute measurements), Geometrical verification methods, new technologies and new AC including MSA for new methodsExecution and implementation of new inspection methods and Geometrical verification methods, new technologies and new AC after the completion of development from Engineering.Act as key representative from team, establish workforce to address key concerns related to defect escapements and over processing  Drive improvements in calibration processes and procedures through challenging existing methods and providing solutions

Quality Compliance

Plan and perform process audit in plants (IPE, NDT evaluations) for critical processes as per defined frequency.Drive improvements in the audit process to make it is lean and effectiveFollow up on audit findings closureBring improvement in BMS process and tools related to process audits

Operational process and support:

Take ownership of Visual inspection processes and methods, challenge current setup and make the process lean and efficient.Tracking, monitoring and improving performance of gauge R & R in plants.Training and implementation of new AC

Required Qualifications:

A bachelor’s degree in engineering with minimum 5 years blade manufacturing or Diploma with more than 10 years blade manufacturing experience.International experience and cultural awareness covering Americas, Europe, India and China.Knowledge of blade manufacturing is preferable, combined with explicit knowledge on Quality tools, Systems and Processes, Audits, Six Sigma, PFMEA, Control plans, PPAP.Strong English language skill (verbal and writing).Preferable to have an ISO 9001 Lead auditor certification and relevant audit experience.Knowledge on 6 sigma methodology and minimum Green Belt certification preferableFlexible travelling across GE business units for operational support

Desired Characteristics

A person with a quality mindset independent of Plant level responsibility and reporting Align people across in team to GE beliefs, vision, culture and processes and initiates ways for teams to demonstrate.A person with self-motivation and encourages others to take responsibility.Communication: Effectively communicate beyond own area at all levels. Initiates or improves the way to communicate, facilitate, negotiate resulting in increased impact and commitment.Target important areas for innovation and evaluates multiple solutions beyond own areas.Decision making: Sets goals and regularly follow up on these goals. Takes decisions and monitors results.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes