Senior Manager Manufacturing Operations

At GE Appliances a Haier company we come together to make good things for the fastestgrowing appliance company in the U.S. were powered by creators thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that theres always a better believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore discover and build good things together.

The GE Appliances philosophy backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work invent create do business and serve our communities:we come togetherwe always look for a better way andwe create possibilities.

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How Youll Create Possibilities

How Youll Create Possibilities

MANUFACTURING OPERATIONS: Oversees manufacturing operations for an entire value stream within a plant.

Own and prepare the annual operational plan/playbook for a manufacturing value stream. Responsible for operational performance and improvement of key metrics including safety quality delivery cost and culture. Align area metrics with overall plant goals; organize resources to deliver on these metrics.

Lead activities of crossfunctional manufacturing team to include responsibility for salaried and hourly team members within the assigned business unit.

Direct Reports include Area Business Leaders (ABLs).

Utilize production line boards to collect information on value stream performance issue identification and problem resolution. Ensure information is passed on to the following shift and management. Hold team accountable to maintain and manage the boards.

Maintain a good technical knowledge of operations; follow the escalation process to address and respond to abnormalities and recommend corrective action as required.

Ensure the Lean manufacturing practices and Escalation Process set forth under the Appliance Production System are followed and adhered to within the value stream manufacturing operations.

Manage and track all department metrics and budget. Prepare daily reportout of metrics for production meeting.

Establish daily operating rhythm in department. Conduct daily start up meeting with TLs and ABLs. Maintain rigor around daily team leader meetings escalation meetings etc.

Prepare topics for daily team meetings; ensure team leaders understand and cascade the message appropriately and correctly. Rotate through team meetings each day.

Oversee the deployment of standardized work within the value stream operation. Ensure process stability through following standardized work.

Coach and develop Area Business Leaders Process Improvement Engineers and Team Leaders to ensure standardized work is in place and is followed.

Ensure adherence to Job Instruction method by reviewing and verifying Job Instruction forms including cross training matrix and Team Leader delivery of four step method to ensure Critical Points and Why are conveyed accurately and effectively.

Ensure 5S standards are met for the entire value stream.

CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT: Live promote and teach the Appliance Production System philosophy and drive continuous improvement within the value stream operation.

Lead and promote work team(s) that react aggressively to factory inefficiencies. Drive problemsolving and root cause identification of problems for the entire value stream.

Engage all members of crossfunctional escalation team to address and resolve problems ex. Area Business Leaders Team Leaders Kaizen Promotion Officers and other Lean resources

Continuously identify and work to reduce waste in the area for both shortterm and longterm improvement initiatives.

Serve as a secondlevel responder within the escalation process for problems/issues within the value stream operation.

Lead regular meetings to review department issues. Prioritize and assign ownership for open items. Track items to closure and ensure followup with key stakeholders.

Champion kaizen events within department. Ensure related countermeasures are implemented on manufacturing line(s).

Oversee the planning and of work area rebalancing utilizing Yamazumi charts.

LEADERSHIP. Provide active daytoday leadership for a highly energized integrated crossfunctional manufacturing team.

Create goals for each member of the team. Ensure individual career coaching performance feedback employee training and talent development. Participate in the annual performance review process.

Lead employee disciplinary investigation and action as appropriate. Partner with HR to conduct timely investigations when necessary. Complete accurate and thorough disciplinary records with supporting documentation.

Recruit resources to fill team needs in a timely fashion.

Develop and mentor future leaders for the business.

Partner with site Human Resources team to ensure fair and consistent administration of all policies work rules and processes.

QUALITY: Ensure the products produced within the entire value stream operation are defectfree and produced according to specifications.

Ensure Manufacturing Control Plan (MCP) and all quality processes/standards are followed within entire value stream.

Monitor manufacturing processes data & reports on a daily basis and drive the resolution or escalation for any defect.

Ensure Team Leaders and PIEs include quality standards in Standardized Work to meet design intent and build in quality.

Work crossfunctionally with multiple stakeholders to address and solve production line quality issues (i.e. Team Leader engineering quality).

Monitor s data/reports to drive resolution of s issues and work projects to prevent future s.

Partner with Plant Quality staff and engineering to drive improvements in key quality metrics including First Pass Yield Overall Yield and Service Call Rate (SCR) metrics.

SAFETY: Responsible for the overall safety performance and metrics for the value stream operation.

Promote a strong safetyminded culture in the value stream. Maintain an active safety program ensuring the observation of safety precautions and safe work methods by all personnel including behaviorbased safety observations safety meetings safety audits and 5S housekeeping standards.

Enforce compliance with safety rules and procedures timely accident investigations Safety Contacts and Safe Start participation.

Review and sign off on all accident investigations. Ensure they are completed in a timely manner and identify root cause and corrective action to drive required changes.

Manage the departments safety action item list including corrective actions from near misses accident reports & ergo assessments.

What you need to Succeed

Position Requirement

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in manufacturing Engineering or a related field; advanced degree preferred.

Minimum of 5 years of experience in manufacturing management particularly in shift operations.

Strong leadership and team development skills.

Proficiency in Lean Manufacturing Principles and continuous improvement methodologies.

Excellent problemsolving and communication skills.

Must have the ability to teach to facilitate meetings to provide constructive feedback and listen actively.

Must be able to identify analyze and resolve problems in multifunctional settings.

Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills to coach and lead high involvement work teams.

Must have demonstrated skills in achieving business goals and change implementation.

Strong verbal and written communication interpersonal and leadership influencing skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

7 to 10 years of experience in manufacturing/plant operations.

Green Belt or Black Belt / MBB certification with strong knowledge of Lean DMAIC workout and other change mechanisms preferred but not required.

Demonstrated accomplishments showing resultsdriven methodology analytical methods schedule achievement teamwork.

Working Conditions:

Working conditions are normal for both an office and the manufacturing environment.

Work may involve lifting materials and product up to 25 pounds.

Working in the manufacturing environment requires the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: safety glasses hearing protection gloves work shoes/boots.

Work may require occasional weekend and/or evening work.

What Youll Bring to Our Team

Our Culture

At GE Appliances creativity meets passion and conversations lead to exceptional outcomes and experiences. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that everyone brings to GE Appliances. We believe a diverse workplace where everyone is included and people can be their true and authentic selves fosters creativity and innovation. We know our differences are our greatest strength. The very best innovations across every function of a company come from diverse teams. Our commitment to ensuring a safe and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued allows employees to perform at their best every day. Diversity at GE Appliances helps us achieve zero distance to our owners innovate smartly and connect to the communities and customers we serve. We encourage and support the ideas aspirations and the wellbeing of everyone our employees and our communities

GE Appliances is a trustbased organization. It is important we offer our employees the flexibility they need to do their best work while balancing the needs of the business and individuals. When you join GEA you will have the opportunity to

work with your leader to create a flexible work arrangement that balances the needs of the individual team and organization.

GE Appliances 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 Appliances participates in EVerify and will provide the federal government with your Form I9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.

Our Culture

Our work is centered on our People and Culture as reflected in our Zero Distance philosophy and we recognize the importance of reaffirming our commitment to inclusion and diversity (I&D). This underscores our commitment to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued connected and empowered to contribute while positioning our organization to adapt seamlessly to the evolving needs of our workforce and communities.

This reflects our dedication to creating solutions that: Empower colleagues by fostering an environment where all voices are heard valued and encouraged to contribute. Strengthen communities where we live and work. Reinforce a culture of belonging purpose and engagement. Reflect the diversity of the communities we serve through our workforce products and practices.

By further embedding Zero Distance into our People and Culture framework we will continue to build a deeply connected organization. We are cultivating a culture of engagement belonging and connection because while attracting new talent remains a priority retention is a cornerstone of our strategy.

GE Appliances is a trustbased organization. It is important we offer our employees the flexibility they need to do their best work while balancing the needs of the business and individuals. When you join GE Appliances you will have the opportunity to work with your leader to create a flexible work arrangement that balances the needs of the individual team and organization.

GE Appliances 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 Appliances participates in EVerify and will provide the federal government with your Form I9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S

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