FLIGHT DECK Manager

GE Aerospace•Hooksett, NH

About The Position

The FLIGHT DECK Manager partners with the leadership team at all levels to improve product flow and processes, reduce lead times, and maximize cash flow. The role develops the site’s lean culture by facilitating FLIGHT DECK training throughout the organization. The manager leads lean transformations in manufacturing cells, establishes site lean standards based on GE Aerospace’s FLIGHT DECK operating model, and promotes continuous improvement through Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, problem solving, standard work, and visual management. The role also trains and coaches employees, supports the hourly Lean Coordinator program, and coordinates improvement projects with supply chain partners and other stakeholders. This position requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Employment is contingent on demonstrating U.S. Person status as a lawful permanent resident, U.S. citizen, or person granted asylee or refugee status. Relocation assistance is provided. A successful offer is conditioned on completing a drug screen where applicable; employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, or a high school diploma/GED with at least 4 years of experience in lean deployment and execution, ideally in a manufacturing environment.
At least 3 additional years of experience in lean deployment and execution, ideally in a manufacturing environment.
Proficiency in the MS Office suite and industry-specific tools such as Visio, Minitab, and Excel.
Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously.
Must be able to demonstrate U.S. Person status for access to U.S. export-controlled information.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Experience managing mid- to large-size transformational projects, such as facility relocation, restructuring, or new product/process development.
Experience coaching and influencing stakeholders at all levels, from the shop floor to plant leadership, toward meaningful change.
Experience in Lean Manufacturing, Lean Transformation, or Operational Excellence.
Experience with Value Stream Mapping, Daily Management, Kaizen Events, Standard Work, Problem Solving, and Visual Management.
Experience working in manufacturing, specifically in a shop floor environment.
Experience training others in lean methodology.
Humble, respectful, receptive, agile, and eager to learn.
Transparent, candid, constructive, and willing to share critical information.
Focused, quick to learn, able to prioritize strategically, committed, and able to deliver on time.
Strong communication, decision-making, collaboration, and leadership abilities.
Analytical problem solver who challenges existing processes and thinks critically.

Responsibilities

Lead lean transformations in manufacturing cells to improve process quality and create capacity by reducing cycle time, inventory, and waste.
Establish site lean standards for standard work, problem solving, visual management/5S, and daily management in accordance with FLIGHT DECK, and support deployment through employee training.
Champion Kaizen initiatives that improve product flow, production to TAKT, and inventory turns.
Teach, promote, and practice lean principles and tools.
Lead Value Stream Mapping and Kaizen events to identify waste and develop and implement corrective actions.
Create standardized work instructions, layouts, and process flow diagrams.
Facilitate functional managers’ work to establish process flow using visual management tools and methods to pull product through work cells.
Coach teams through the define, analyze, countermeasure, and sustain phases of the problem-solving methodology.
Facilitate, train, and coach team members in the use of FLIGHT DECK.
Educate, coach, and mentor others on lean philosophy and application.
Lead the site’s hourly Lean Coordinator program.
Assist with developing and implementing the Lean Training Matrix.
Communicate and coordinate with supply chain partners to achieve goals and results.
Identify and execute process improvement projects and opportunities that support plants and product groups in supporting their customers.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
Access to a Health Coach and the Employee Assistance Program.
GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, including a 401(k) savings plan with company matching and company retirement contributions.
Access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants.
Tuition assistance.
Adoption assistance.
Paid parental leave.
Disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Paid time off for vacation or illness.
Relocation assistance.
Professional development opportunities.