Manufacturing Quality Leader
Pensacola, FL - USA
Job Summary
Strategic Leadership (65%)
Develop and execute a multi-year quality transformation roadmap focused on process standardization error-proofing and automation.
Transition quality systems from inspection-based and operator-dependent to engineered process-controlled environments.
Lead integration of advanced technologies including AI/ML machine vision predictive analytics and digital quality management systems (QMS).
Partner with operations engineering and supply chain to embed quality into product and process design (DFM PFMEA control plans).
Establish enterprise-wide quality metrics aligned to business objectives (OEE FPY COPQ defect escape rates).
Drive a culture of proactive quality through standardized work layered process audits and digital accountability systems.
Evaluate and implement smart equipment inline inspection systems and automated feedback loops to reduce human variability.
Serve as a key advisor to executive leadership on quality strategy risk mitigation and operational excellence initiatives.
Tactical Execution (35%)
Oversee daily quality operations including nonconformance management root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
Lead cross-functional teams in structured problem-solving using Lean Six Sigma and advanced analytics.
Ensure compliance with regulatory customer and internal quality standards.
Implement and sustain digital dashboards and real-time performance monitoring systems.
Mentor and develop quality and operations teams in process discipline statistical methods and digital tool adoption.
Support new product introduction (NPI) with robust validation protocols and process capability assessments.
Process over people: Reduce reliance on operator judgment through engineered controls and automation.
Digital enablement: Leverage AI IoT and advanced analytics to predict detect and prevent defects.
Embedded quality: Shift from end-of-line inspection to in-process quality assurance.
Scalability: Build repeatable standardized systems that support growth and multi-site deployment.
Continuous improvement: Drive measurable gains in efficiency cost reduction and customer satisfaction.
Bachelors degree in Engineering Manufacturing or related field
5 years in manufacturing quality
Deep knowledge of Lean Six Sigma SPC PFMEA and control plan methodologies.
Strong executive communication skills with ability to influence across all organizational levels.
Reduction in Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ)
Increase in First Pass Yield (FPY) and process capability (CpkCpk)
Reduction in defect escape rates and customer complaints
Adoption rate of digital quality tools and systems
Measurable shift from reactive to predictive quality management
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: Yes
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