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Job Location drjobs

Greenville - USA

Monthly Salary drjobs

$ 125000 - 208300

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1 Vacancy

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Job Description Summary

The Supplier Quality Lean Continuous Improvement Leader is responsible for leading and coaching the SQE organization in strategic defect reduction and cost of poor quality (COPQ) initiatives. This role will drive the development and deployment of competency frameworks standard work and certification programs for critical quality methodologies including FMEA Measurement System Analysis (MSA) Process Capability and 8D/Issue Resolution. The position supports SQEs across global supplier networks to achieve excellence in supplier quality performance.

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Essential Responsibilities

  • Lead defect reduction and COPQ projects across the supplier base utilizing Lean Six Sigma tools and methodologies.
  • Coach and mentor SQEs on project identification execution and sustainability in quality improvement initiatives.
  • Design implement and manage a competency model framework for SQE development including training and certification pathways in FMEA MSA Process Capability and 8D/Issue Resolution.
  • Develop document and deploy standard work processes to ensure consistency and effectiveness in quality practices across the organization.
  • Facilitate cross-functional problem-solving sessions and Kaizen events to address chronic supplier quality issues.
  • Monitor and report progress on quality improvement projects and SQE competency development to leadership.
  • Collaborate with global supplier quality teams to share best practices and drive continuous improvement.
  • Analyze supplier data and trends to proactively identify opportunities for quality initiatives/projects
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory customer and internal requirements in all supplier quality activities.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree in Engineering Quality or related field
  • Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
  • Minimum of 7 years of experience in supplier quality operations or manufacturing with a proven track record in leading quality improvement projects.
  • Ability and willingness to travel up to 25% of the time

Desired Characteristics

  • Expertise in FMEA Measurement System Analysis Process Capability and 8D/Issue Resolution.
  • Demonstrated experience in developing training programs and competency frameworks.
  • Strong project management facilitation and coaching skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
  • Ability to work effectively in a global matrixed organization.
  • Experience in the energy industrial or manufacturing sectors.
  • Change management and organizational development expertise.
  • Data analysis and visualization proficiency.

FOR US ONLY: The base pay range for this position is $125000.00 - $208300.00 USD Annual. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidates experience education and skill set. This position is also eligible for variable incentive compensation of 15%.
*The Company pays a geographic differential of 110% 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas.
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 Sponsors welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

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