Manufacturing Area Leader OPS

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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.

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The Manufacturing Area Leader serves as the front-line leader responsible for daily operations safety quality and performance of production areas. This role ensures that assembly and fabrication processes run efficiently safely and in compliance with all standards while developing team members and driving continuous improvement. The Area Leader is a key influencer who provides purpose motivation and direction to production teamsaligning people process and performance to achieve plant goals and deliver high-quality products to customers.Manufacturing Area Leader - OPSUSA Camden SC

Champion a zero-injury safety culture by modeling safe behaviors and ensuring compliance with all EHS policies and procedures.
Verify all operators wear proper PPE and immediately address safety violations or concerns.
Conduct daily safety walks identify hazards and escalate issues to the Business Leader (BL) or EHS representative.
Lead or participate in incident investigations and corrective actions.
Promote ergonomic best practices to reduce injury risks.
Own safety performance for the assigned assembly line including proactive reporting and engagement in safety improvement initiatives.

Oversee the day-to-day performance of the assembly line ensuring targets for safety quality delivery and cost are met or exceeded.
Monitor and update hour-by-hour production charts proactively addressing barriers to achieving production goals.
Respond rapidly to production interruptions coordinating containment troubleshooting and safe recovery.
Partner with maintenance to prioritize and complete work orders and ensure reliable equipment uptime.
Collaborate with Technical Support Engineering and Design Engineering during new model introductions (NPI) process changes and pre-pilot/pilot runs.
Maintain high standards of 5S/6Sensuring workstations are organized clean and audit-ready.
Lead line rebalances and improvement activities to optimize cycle time and product flow.

Ensure strict adherence to quality standards procedures and inspection processes within the assembly area.
Identify and escalate product or process quality issues to the Quality Department for root cause analysis and corrective action.
Facilitate containment activities for non-conforming materials or products.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing principles including SWO1 SWO2 Yamazumi and Kaizen tools.
Encourage a culture of accountability and pride in workmanship.
Participate in PCTO (Product Change to Order) or process improvement projects aimed at reducing waste and improving quality.

Partner with the Materials team to ensure all required components are properly staged and available for assembly operations.
Coordinate line jumps and production schedule changes in alignment with PSI updates.
Validate the accuracy of cycle counts and assist with inventory adjustments.
Communicate part shortages material flow issues or quality concerns to prevent delays.
Ensure effective material flow from fabrication finishing and receiving areas to the assembly line.

Lead motivate and develop a team of assembly operators and team leaders to foster engagement and performance excellence.
Ensure all team members are trained certified and competent to perform tasks safely and effectively.
Reinforce training and standard work principles daily through coaching.
Partner with HR and the Business Leader to monitor employee performance and conduct evaluations.
Manage manpower allocation breaks lunches and overtime scheduling.
Support a positive inclusive and respectful team culture aligned with GE Appliances values.

Serve as a critical communication link between hourly operators team coordinators and plant leadership.
Facilitate daily start-up meetings and performance updates.
Communicate people issues production updates and improvement ideas to the Business Leader.
Provide clear timely and constructive feedback to team members.
Encourage open communication and collaboration across departments.

Required:
High School Diploma or GED
Completion of required Skills Upgrade Classes
Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) certification
Proven experience as a Team Leader or equivalent

Preferred:
Associate Degree in Manufacturing Engineering Technology or a related field
Experience in Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma
Familiarity with GE Appliances manufacturing systems (SLIM CICS DMDZ)

Strong leadership interpersonal and coaching skills
Ability to influence and motivate teams
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and plant operating systems
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities
Demonstrated teamwork and continuous learning
Excellent attendance and dependability
Forklift experience preferred
Working knowledge of SWO1 SWO2 Yamazumi and 6S

Work performed in a high-volume assembly manufacturing environment.
Frequent standing walking and interaction on the production floor.
Exposure to moderate noise moving machinery and variable temperatures.
Must be flexible to work extended hours or alternative shifts as required.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties or qualifications. The Production Area Leader Assembly may be assigned additional tasks as needed to support business objectives operational goals and plant initiatives.

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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