Job Description SummaryAs part of the Lean Organization in Wilmington, the Lean Manager supports assigned Business units in Lean Transformation, driving ownership through the Operations team. Requires mastery of a body of theoretical knowledge.

Coach, drive and lead lean behaviors, principles, and tools across an operational or functional area. Drive cultural transformation resulting in step-change in operational business metrics.

Job Description

Lean Transformation:

Lead lean transformations within manufacturing cells to improve process quality and create capacity by reducing cycle time, inventory, and wasteEstablish site lean standards for visual management, 5S, daily management, etc. and train/implement as employees and cells move to the new siteBe a champion of Kaizen that impacts product flow, production to TAKT, and inventory turnsTeach, promote, and practice the lean principles and toolsLead Value Stream Mapping and Kaizen events to identify process wastes and to develop and implement corrective actionsCreate Standardized Work Instructions, layouts, and process flow diagramsFacilitate functional managers in establishing process flow by implementing visual management tools and methods to pull product through the work cellsApply Lean Six Sigma tools to improve process capability and eliminate defectsCoach teams using the PSR format through the define, analyze, root cause, and countermeasure phases.

Lean Culture:

Facilitate, train, and coach team members in the use of the GE Aviation Production system, Lean, and Problem-solving toolsEducate, coach, and mentor others on Lean philosophy and applicationLead the site’s hourly Lean Coordinator programAssist with the development and implementation of the Lean Training MatrixCommunicate and coordinate effectively with supply chain partners to achieve goals and resultsIdentify potential process improvement projects and execute on areas of opportunities to support plants and product groups in supporting their customer(s)

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree accredited college or university AND a Minimum of 3 years of lean manufacturing experience.  OR a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 7 years of experience in lean manufacturing experience.

Desired Experience and Characteristics

Experience working in manufacturing, specifically in a shop floor environmentStrong oral and written communication skillsStrong interpersonal and leadership skillsAbility to influence others and lead teamsAbility to coordinate several projects simultaneouslyEffective problem identification and solution skillsProven analytical and organizational abilityExperience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma / equivalent Quality, and Operational ExcellenceExperience with TPM & Kaizen MethodsExperience with Lean Transformation, Lean Implementation and Change ManagementExperience with Lean Tools – 5s, Kanban, Setup reduction, Poka-yoke, and Value Stream MappingExperience with Cycle-Time ImprovementExperience with Loss and Waste EliminationExperience working in or implementing Toyota Production System, GE Aviation Production System, or comparable Continuous Improvement methodologyExperience training others in principles of Lean methodologyAbility to motivate teams and lead change at all levels of the organizationAbility to work and communicate effectively with individuals at all levels of the organizationPassion / obsession for driving improvementStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsStrong facilitation and organization skillsSix Sigma Green / Black belt certification or equivalent quality certificationHumble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn​Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively​Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed ​Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaboratorProblem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker

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