Director, Manufacturing Operations

At GE Appliances a Haier company we come together to make good things for the fastest-growing 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.

Interested in joining us on our journey

Position

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How Youll Create Possibilities

Operational Management 35%

• Lead and support a team of Sr. Managers Engineers Team Leaders and hourly production employees.

• Translate plant strategy into actionable goals for each functional area.

• Develop and execute both short- and long-term strategies to meet production needs and future growth.

• Ensure staffing coverage manage daily operations and maintain strong technical knowledge of all processes.

• Champion Lean manufacturing practices and the Escalation Process within the Appliance Production System.

• Drive daily production meetings standardize work practices and coach leaders to ensure stability consistency and 5S adherence.
  

Leadership 35%

• Build mentor and inspire a high-performing team across all levels of support operations.

• Foster a culture of safety accountability and continuous improvement.

• Partner with HR to recruit and retain top talent while overseeing training and career development programs.

• Promote cross-training and skill-building in areas such as Appliance Manufacturing Process Improvement and Thermoforming.

• Provide coaching performance feedback and career development opportunities to grow future leaders.
  

Safety 20%

• Ensure full compliance with OSHA standards and company safety policies.

• Promote proper use of PPE (safety glasses hearing protection gloves etc.).

• Lead with a safety-first mindset ensuring safe practices are integrated into all operations.
  

Quality 10%

• Oversee quality protocols to ensure all manufactured products meet specifications.

• Address quality issues quickly and implement corrective actions to maintain standards.

What Youll Bring to Our Team

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Engineering Technical or Management field.

• 10 years of progressive manufacturing or technical leadership experience.

• Proven background in manufacturing operations with proven success leading multiple shifts.

• Experience mentoring coaching and developing skilled teams.

• Proficiency in Lean manufacturing principles.

• Exceptional communication skills able to connect with employees at all levelsfrom the production floor to executive leadership.

• A results-driven mindset with a track record of delivering on company objectives.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Expertise in thermoforming plastics manufacturing or extrusion systems.

• Experience with Total Productive Maintenance (TPM).

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification.

• Strong employee relations experience with the ability to maintain a positive and collaborative environment.
  

Work Environment

• Primarily hands-on in a manufacturing environment with some office-based responsibilities.

• Some evening and weekend work required.
  

This role is ideal for a strategic hands-on manufacturing leader ready to make a lasting impact by building strong teams driving operational excellence and ensuring world-class production support.

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 trust-based 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 E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S

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