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Manufacturing Quality Leader

GE Vernova


Job Location:

Pensacola, FL - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 122600 - 204400
Posted: 27 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 24 September 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description Summary
The Manufacturing Quality Leader is responsible for driving a strategic shift from people-dependent quality systems to process- and equipment-driven excellence. This role operates at approximately 65% strategic and 35% tactical focus leading the design and implementation of scalable technology-enabled quality systems that embed quality directly into manufacturing processes. The leader will champion advanced tooling AI and digital solutions to reduce variability improve reliability and enable data-driven decision-making across operations.

Job Description
Key Responsibilities

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.

Key Focus Areas
  • 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.

Qualifications
  • 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.

Success Metrics
  • 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 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

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position the pay range for this position is between $122600.00 and $204400.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110% 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidates experience education and skill set.

Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on June 25 2026.

Available benefits include medical dental vision and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program providing 24/7 confidential assessment counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance adoption assistance paid parental leave disability benefits life insurance 12 paid holidays and permissive time off.

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually GE Vernova) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate amend suspend replace or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

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