Sr. Manager, Manufacturing Operations – 2nd shift

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

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How Youll Create Possibilities

Lead Manufacturing Operations

• Oversee all manufacturing activities for a full value stream within the plant.

• Drive performance across key operational metrics including safety quality delivery cost and employee engagement.

• Align team goals with overall plant objectives and allocate resources to meet performance targets.

• Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams to achieve production and operational goals.

• Monitor performance through production boards and ensure clear shift-to-shift communication and issue resolution.

• Escalate operational abnormalities and implement corrective actions to maintain stable processes.

• Ensure consistent deployment and adherence to standardized work and operational processes.

• Maintain 5S standards across the entire value stream.
  

Drive Continuous Improvement

• Champion and implement Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Lead problem-solving efforts root cause analysis and waste reduction across operations.

• Identify opportunities for both short-term improvements and long-term operational enhancements.

• Serve as a key escalation leader to resolve production challenges and operational issues.
  

Lead Develop & Inspire Teams

• Provide daily leadership to a highly engaged manufacturing team including Area Leaders Team Leaders and hourly team members.

• Set clear goals and provide ongoing coaching feedback and development opportunities.

• Lead performance management talent development and succession planning initiatives.

• Partner with HR on employee relations matters and ensure consistent policy application.

• Mentor and develop future leaders within the organization.
  

Ensure Product Quality

• Ensure all products meet design specifications and quality standards.

• Maintain adherence to the Manufacturing Control Plan (MCP) and established quality processes.

• Partner with engineering and quality teams to improve key metrics such as First Pass Yield Overall Yield and Service Call Rate (SCR).

• Embed quality standards into standardized work and production processes.
  

Champion Workplace Safety

• Lead a strong safety-first culture within the value stream.

• Ensure compliance with safety procedures audits behavior-based observations and safety meetings.

• Review and approve accident investigations while ensuring root causes are addressed and corrective actions implemented.

What Youll Bring to Our Team

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Business Engineering or related technical field with minimum 7 years leadership experience in a high-volume manufacturing operation OR equivalent experience and/or education.

• Solid verbal and written communication interpersonal and leadership influencing skills.

• Must demonstrate solid computer skills with emphasis on Microsoft Excel Word Outlook and PowerPoint as well as have good knowledge of ERP systems and other business systems.

• Ability to autonomously resolve complex manufacturing problems.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Black Belt or similar certification DMAIC Lean Manufacturing workout and other process improvement/change mechanisms.

• Demonstrated accomplishments showing results-motivated methodology analytical methods schedule achievement teamwork.

• Knowledge of Appliances manufacturing processes.

Working Environment:

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

• Work may require occasional weekend and/or evening work.

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.

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