Job Description SummaryThe Lean Leader advocates new ways of doing things, challenging conventional wisdom by introducing and demonstrating proven improvement methodologies. This individual will coach, drive and lead lean behaviors, principles, and tools across the site. They will drive cultural transformation resulting in step-change in operational business metrics. The job allows modification of procedures and practices covering work as long as the end results meet/exceeds standards of acceptability (quality, volume, timeliness etc.).

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

Implement and drive continuous improvement across PDI site in close coordination with manufacturing staffHas ability to teach the principles of lean and other process improvements and provide training as requiredDrive and support the implementation of Operational Excellence Strategy guidelines and policies.  Support PDI management teams to achieve business targets.Define continuous improvement targets together with the management staff and report performance against set operational objectives.Ensure shared process learnings between Ultrasound sites in the country/region.Uses some judgment and has some ability to propose different solutions outside of set parameters to address more complicated manufacturing processes with technical variety and/or interdependent production cycles. Uses technical experience and analytical thinking. Uses multiple internal and limited external sources outside of own teams to arrive at decisions.Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience.  Will lead projects with medium risks and resource requirements. Explains information; developing skills to bring team members to consensus around topics within field. Conveys performance expectations and may handle sensitive issues.Provide the business analysis, design, and implementation support on critical projects to ensure the right processes are implemented at the right time with minimum negative impact. 

Required Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree preferably in Industrial or Process Engineering or a related degree. 3 to 5 years advanced experience in Manufacturing & Lean Manufacturing with at least 2 years in developing and implementing production/process methods.Effective workshop/Kaizen facilitator skills required with experience leading teams, driving change and delivering results.Green and/or Black belt certification in Lean/Six Sigma with proficiency on lean concepts including TPS principlesProven track record in Lean Manufacturing and success in implementation of redesigned processesProficient with Windows based software

Desired Characteristics

Project Management experience with the ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.Strong analytical and problem solving skillsExperience working in an agile work environmentExperience with capacity and statistical analysis would be a plusEffective communication skills (verbal and written) with the ability to effectively interact with all levels of the organization.

GE HealthCare offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE HealthCare 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 HealthCare 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).

While GE HealthCare does not currently require U.S. employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, some GE HealthCare customers have vaccination mandates that may apply to certain GE HealthCare employees.

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes