Job Description Summary

Job Description

Lean Transformation & Strategy Deployment

• Partner with the Senior Leadership Team to define and execute the site lean transformation roadmap aligned to business strategy and True North metrics.
• Lead model area/model plant efforts to demonstrate best-in-class lean practices and support business Hoshin Kanri (strategy deployment).
• Establish implement and sustain strategies programs and practices that drive adoption of the lean business system across the facility.

FLIGHT DECK & Daily Management

• Manage and mature the implementation of GEs Lean management system (Flight Deck) including strategy deployment value stream activities daily management and supporting architecture/infrastructure.
• Coach leaders and teams in Daily Management Standardized Work visual management and problem-solving routines to embed lean into day-to-day operations.
• Ensure lean activities are directly connected to site-level SQDC metrics and support both short-term and long-term performance goals.

Problem Solving Kaizen & Continuous Improvement

• Plan facilitate and follow up on problem-solving activities and Kaizen events (including Shingijutsu / GE Kaizen) aligned to critical site metrics and business priorities.
• Lead value stream mapping and analysis to identify waste define future-state designs and prioritize improvement initiatives.
• Act as a change agent in implementing demand flow and other lean methodologies to improve throughput reduce waste and stabilize processes.
• Lead cross-functional projects with manufacturing and support teams to meet EHS production quality inventory and cost-savings objectives.

Coaching Training & Capability Building

• Facilitate train and coach employees at all levels in lean principles tools and mindset.
• Assess capability gaps in lean knowledge and behaviours and address them through course development training delivery and on-the-job coaching.
• Support operating leaders in becoming lean leaders building their capability to lead Daily Management problem solving and continuous improvement within their areas.

Stakeholder Partnership & External Interfaces

• Partner with operating leaders and cross-functional teams to identify prioritize and execute continuous improvement opportunities within the site.
• Collaborate with suppliers OEMs and internal stakeholders to ensure processes and technologies are positioned for current and future success and aligned to lean principles.
• Champion change across the organization bringing new ideas motivation and positive support to all levels of the team to foster a strong lean culture.

Core Focus (SQDC)

In all aspects of the role the Site Lean Leader will:

• Safety: Ensure that all lean initiatives support a strong EHS culture and reduce risk in processes and work environments.
• Quality: Drive improvements that enhance process capability reduce defects and strengthen product quality.
• Delivery: Improve flow and stability to meet or exceed customer delivery commitments.
• Cost: Eliminate waste optimise resources and deliver sustainable cost improvements across operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Engineering Operations Manufacturing Supply Chain Business or a related field
• Masters degree or MBA is a plus
• Formal lean/continuous improvement certification (e.g. Lean Practitioner Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt) is highly desirable

Experience

• Significant experience in a manufacturing or operations environment
• Proven track record leading lean or continuous improvement initiatives with measurable impact on Safety Quality Delivery and Cost
• Experience facilitating Kaizen events value stream mapping and structured problem solving
• Prior responsibility for implementing or sustaining a lean management system (Daily Management Standard Work visual management tiered meetings etc.)
• Experience working closely with senior leaders and cross-functional team
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build effective relationships at all levels of the organisation and unite people to work collaboratively and cohesively.

Flexible Working

GE supports and encourages flexible working arrangements where possible and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work-life balance.

Total Reward

At GE Aerospace we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan called FlexChoice gives you freedom choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.

As a new joiner to GE we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs;

• Pension
• Bonus
• Life Assurance
• Group income protection
• Private medical cover

Security Clearance

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS

Right to Work

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

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