Job Information
GE Vernova GTE LEAN & Productivity Leader in Baden, Switzerland
Job Description Summary
This role is responsible for developing and leading the cultural adoption of Lean principles and techniques in the GTE (Gas Turbine Engineering) organization in alignment with our broader Gas Power Engineering process improvement initiatives.
Specifically, the GTE Lean & Productivity Leader will partner closely with the Gas Power Engineering Value Stream Leaders and the GTE Staff to develop a continuous improvement strategy and then facilitate Lean activities to execute that strategy. Additionally, the GTE Lean & Productivity Leader will guide GTE functional teams in embracing standard work and incorporating daily management into their operating processes, while facilitating and coaching local process and productivity improvements (kaizens, PSR, 5S, etc).
Job Description
Job Description
Act as a member of the GTE GM extended staff supporting GTE process owner(s) to help develop the process design strategy and prioritize improvements.
Define and oversee the portfolio of kaizens and other lean activities to address productivity and process improvements tied to GPE Value Stream Improvement strategies and Gas Power Engineering priorities.
Clarify & update progress on the budgetary needs, timing, resource demand, and results from the GTE productivity and process improvement efforts per the defined GPE Lean standard work.
Facilitate the timely execution of the GTE improvement projects, kaizens, and other Lean activities throughout the year following the GPE Lean standard work.
Coordinate monthly operating reviews with the GTE Operations & LEAN Leader and the GTE Quality Leader to gauge performance of GTE internal processes with regard to Safety, Quality, Delivery & Cost
Determine need for PSRs based on current trend analysis of process KPIs and known issues pertaining to the broader Gas Power Engineering value streams. Facilitate completion of the PSRs in a timely manner following the GPE Lean standard work.
Coach KPI owners on effective 5 Why Analysis and Root Cause Investigation
Promote a culture of Lean Thinking” among the Gas Turbine Engineering People Leaders
Broaden the usage of Lean problem solving and continuous improvement tools to drive process quality and efficiency across the organization
Celebrate and share Engineering application of Lean principles and techniques within the GTE organization and across the Gas Power Engineering value streams to recognize success and leverage lessons learned.
Become the Subject Matter Expert in applying Lean models, concepts and tools across GTE.
Provide candid feedback and recommendations to the Gas Power Engineering Lean Team and GTE Staff on the effectiveness of strategic initiative action plans.
Collaborate and develop strategy along with the Value Stream Lean Leaders to ensure unified strategic execution across Gas Power Engineering.
Partner with GTE Quality Leader to make sure lean improvements are impactful and documented.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an accredited university or college (Bachelor’s with experience in supporting Manufacturing/Engineering/IT functions/transactional processes also considered) OR equivalent knowledge and experience.
Advanced experience in successfully managing programs/projects or driving continuous improvement initiatives.
Process focused. Ability to challenge the status quo and influence others.
Self-directed agent who can prioritize & manage a multitude of parallel projects, initiatives, activities to deliver results.
Proven to be effective driving outcomes in a large, globally matrixed organization.
Desired Characteristics:
Demonstrates the GE Vernova Way.
Critical, systems thinker with the ability to bring others along, even those with conflicting priorities.
Demonstrated ability to challenge the status quo and drive continuous improvement.
Comfortable with conflict but leads as a collaborator, facilitator, and strong partner.
Energizer who acts autonomously & engages others to make the impossible possible in times of huge change & opportunity.
Customer advocate who continuously strives to simplify & streamline processes to reduce costs, create capacity & deliver increased customer value.
Data-driven but decisive despite ambiguity.
Engineering or leadership experience in the power generation industry and related to the value stream.
Practitioner and subject matter expert of Lean models, concepts, and tools
Demonstrated ability to coach and teach Lean tools to others.
Appropriate experience driving business transformation and / or lean adoption, preferably within an Engineering organization.
Clear, concise written and oral communications to the appropriate level.
The base pay range for this position is 111,200.00 - 185,400.00 USD Annual. 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 a 15% bonus.
This posting is expected to close on 10/11/2024
Preference will be given to current Gas Power Engineering employees.
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.
Additional Information
GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf) . 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: No
#LI-Remote - This is a remote position