Job Description SummaryThe Leader, Schenectady Cores and Castings, will provide leadership to all organizations and employees in Schenectady Cores and Castings, a high technology manufacturing development and production team focused on core and casting manufacturing for Gas Turbines. You will drive operational excellence, making extensive use of lean and advanced manufacturing techniques to achieve world-class results in safety, quality, delivery and cost.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

Your principal responsibilities will be:

Execute the strategy for the organization, working collaboratively with leaders in the Global Supply Chain and EngineeringProvide development of staff leaders to guide production and support organizationsWork with customers, functional leaders, and internal staff to meet production requirementsLead the establishment and attainment of plant goals in safety, quality, delivery, and costIntegrate engineering and manufacturing for the resolution of technical issues and development of new productsWork with global cross-functional teams to establish the appropriate conditions to effectively meet long-range and near-term production goalsEstablish and maintain a vision for successFacilitate the leadership team in strategic decision-making, problem solving and daily managementDevelop and track expense and investment budgets with the input of each organizationMaintain an organizational structure that best supports prioritiesEngage all employees in driving for continuous improvement through LeanMaintain constructive labor relations with unions, engaging with employees at all levels of the organizationHire, coach, and develop professional employees

Qualifications/Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related technical discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience4 years minimum of leadership experience in a manufacturing setting

Desired Characteristics

Technical depth and experience in producing cores and castings for the gas turbine or aviation industriesExperience in delivering outstanding results in safety, quality, delivery and costDemonstrated record of success of using Lean to increase performanceAbility to lead, collaborate and influence across the organizationDemonstrated record of success in leading manufacturing operationsStrong communication and analytical abilitiesStrong organization and planning skills and have demonstrated expertise in providing strategic directionCoaching, development and organizational leadership skillsDemonstrated ability to foster positive employee and labor relations

The base pay range for this position is $138,000.00 -$184,000. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for 10% performance bonus/variable incentive compensation/equity. ​

*The company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120%, or 130% of salary in certain areas.

​ Date expected to close from career site on 3/8/24 or when suitable candidate identified)

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.  ​

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 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 Information

GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal 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