Lean Specialist - Manufacturing

Overview

GE’s Power Conversion business, part of GE Vernova, provides electrification systems that are critical to customers’ power and energy needs for their high-performance applications. We work with major energy, maritime and industrial organizations, helping to enable a transition to energy efficiency and decarbonization, including through our specialist motors, drives and control technologies.

Responsibilities

• Implement and sustain Lean initiatives across the facility to improve efficiency and reduce waste
• Coach cross-functional teams to identify improvement opportunities and cost-saving actions using Lean methodologies
• Work closely with engineering, production, and quality departments to optimize processes and ensure product reliability
• Deliver Lean training and coaching to employees at all levels, promoting a culture of continuous improvement
• Use data-driven insights and KPIs to measure and evaluate the impact of lean initiatives

Required Qualifications

• Experience in Lean in a manufacturing environment
• Bachelor\’s degree of an engineering discipline from an accredited university
• Strong analytical and inquisitive thinking skills, with the ability to make data-driven inferences
• Strong oral and written English language skills
• Comfortable commuting to the Rugby facility on a daily basis

Desired Characteristics

• Proficiency in MS Office-Excel, other software knowledge beneficial (Statistics, simulation, Kanban, etc.)
• High coordination skills and hands-on approach
• Enhanced problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Strong manufacturing knowledge with deep understanding of shopfloor management
• Lean training certifications, with a preference for Kaizen, Six Sigma, and Agile methodologies
• Experience in Lean management in the electromechanical sector
• Ability to develop and motivate a high-involvement team through commitment to meeting customer and organizational demands
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with diverse stakeholders
• High speed and focus on responsibility

You Can Expect From Us

• Challenging and exciting projects
• A work environment where we understand that not everyone has the same expectations about their jobs, careers and work-life balance and we are happy to discuss flexibility requirements.
• Attractive compensation.
• Flexible benefits so you can build a package that fits your personal needs. Some core benefits are: Employer pension contribution (not subject to individual contribution); Income protection; Private Health Insurance; Life Assurance
• 26 days vacation + bank holidays

Additional Information

• Relocation Assistance Provided: No

Job Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Electric Power Generation

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