Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) Operations Leader

GE Aerospace • Franklin Township, OH

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About The Position

The Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) Operations Leader will oversee and manage all aspects of the FTZ operations at GE Aerospace's Durham, Lafayette and Peebles facilities. This role ensures compliance with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations, optimizes FTZ processes to support business objectives, and drives operational excellence in alignment with GE Aerospace's priorities of Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC).

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of experience in FTZ operations, customs compliance, or international trade) + 5 years of FTZ operations, customs compliance, or international trade.

Nice To Haves

• Strong knowledge of CBP regulations and FTZ requirements.
• Experience with lean manufacturing principles (e.g., Kaizen, Standard Work, Hoshin Kanri).
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in relevant software tools and systems for FTZ management.
• Effective communication and leadership skills.
• Certification in customs compliance or FTZ operations (e.g., Certified Customs Specialist, CZS, AZS, LCB).
• Experience in aerospace or manufacturing industries.
• Familiarity with GE Aerospace's FLIGHT DECK lean operating model.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to all CBP regulations and FTZ requirements, including security requirements, accurate record-keeping, reporting, and audits.
• Manage day-to-day FTZ activities, including inventory control, import/export documentation, and zone admission processes.
• Identify and implement lean practices to improve FTZ operations, reduce costs, and enhance efficiency.
• Work closely with supply chain, logistics, finance, and legal teams to align FTZ operations with broader business goals.
• Provide training to staff on FTZ compliance and operational procedures.
• Monitor and mitigate risks related to FTZ operations, ensuring the highest standards of safety and quality.
• Prepare and submit required reports to CBP, annual reporting to the FTZ board, and other regulatory agencies in a timely and accurate manner.

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace.
• Employee Assistance Program providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services.
• GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan.
• 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees