Global Projects Lean Leader
Schenectady, NY - USA
Job Summary
Key Responsibilities
Partner with functional leaders to build and execute Lean roadmaps that enable fatality free operations deliver world class quality and drive product competitiveness
Lead Kaizens value stream mapping and related continuous improvement priorities focused on waste elimination variation reduction process simplification and cycle time reduction
Lead business transformation priorities supporting continuous improvement and optimization of end-to-end processes
Drive the development execution and sustainment of standard work
Partner with functional leaders to optimize monthly operating rhythms ensure daily management and proactive identification of risk to KPIs & business outcomes
Lead problem solving with Lean tools & practices (through Kaizens Lean Projects and Just-Do-It events) to resolve complex challenges
Drive actions to ensure that improvements are sustained and lessons learned are integrated into processes
Build organizational capability through coaching/mentoring on Lean mindset tools and practices
Required Qualifications
Bachelors degree from an accredited university or college in Engineering Manufacturing Operations Industrial Engineering or a related technical field.
Minimum of 10 years of experience in Lean Operational Excellence Continuous Improvement or Transformation Leadership roles.
Minimum of 5 years of experience leading Lean transformation initiatives including Kaizen events value stream mapping continuous improvement programs waste elimination efforts and deployment of Lean operating systems across manufacturing operations or engineering organizations.
Desired Characteristics
Strong facilitation and problem-solving skills
Ability to influence and coordinate cross-functional teams in matrix organizations
Strong analytical and organizational skills
Experience with Daily Management systems value stream mapping and Lean operating systems preferred
Passion for continuous improvement and operational excellence
Strong coaching and facilitation capabilities
Ability to drive change in complex organizations
Strong execution mindset
High energy and strong collaboration skills
Ability to translate strategy into operational actions
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GE Vernova offers a great work environment professional development challenging careers and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is anEqual 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 Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
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