Generators Value Stream Quality & Lean Leader

GE Vernova • Schenectady, NY

2d

About The Position

The Generators Value Stream Quality and Lean Leader will lead the integrated operations of Manufacturing Quality and Lean across the Global Generators Value Stream organization. With direct oversight of value stream manufacturing lean & quality deployment, this leader will drive operational execution through manufacturing value stream to deliver performance aligned with GE Vernova’s priorities for Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC). This role will collaborate with the Generators Value Stream Leadership team to drive end-to-end operational excellence across the entire workstream - Win, Design, Buy, Build and Execute - strategy to continue to advance our Lean Operating Method (MOR, Hoshin Kanri, Daily Management, Lean roadmap and Kaizen).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college in a relevant field, or the equivalent knowledge/experience
• Significant experience in Quality, Lean, and Supply Chain
• Operationally experienced in manufacturing organizations and able to constructively collaborate with Value Streams to effectively define the big picture of quality success in a lean manufacturing environment
• Expertise in lean problem-solving tools including A3 and 8D
• Demonstrated experience leading transformation in a dynamic environment
• English fluency
• Travel as needed to drive strategy, support problem solving at manufacturing sites and connect with team

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree from an accredited university or college in Engineering or Supply Chain
• Demonstrated experience leading and developing Quality policies, procedures and practices in demanding, Quality-focused industries (e.g. automotive, aviation)
• Experience leading process simplification in a Quality context
• Outstanding interpersonal and leadership skills, capable of influencing and driving a strategic change agenda across the organization
• Change agent with strong credibility at all levels of the organization
• Strong communication skills, experience working and leading cross-culturally
• Strong analytical skills with ability to identify and explain critical issues
• Ability to work effectively across functions and countries
• Proven mentoring and coaching abilities; demonstrated ability to motivate and inspire others
• Global Experience

Responsibilities

• Build a Lean culture anchored on problem-solving across the Generators Value Stream within GSC
• Fully accountable for end-to-end Generators Value Stream Quality and Lean to drive continuous improvement throughout
• Partner with Global Supply Chain, Engineering and Product leaders to improve operational KPIs across the Generators Value Stream leveraging our Lean Operating Method (MOR, HK, Lean roadmap, DM and Kaizen)
• Lead Lean initiatives across the Generators Value Stream to eliminate safety risks, waste, optimize flow, and improve quality and productivity
• Lead GEV Op Method Maturity Assessment and action plan implementation (Lean roadmap) across Generators Value Stream.
• Lead value stream manufacturing execution aligned with product lines and commodity strategies
• Ensure Lean deployment across the Generators Value Stream using tools such as VSM, 5S, standard work, connected flow and visual management
• Build and sustain a culture of continuous improvement, embedding lean thinking in operations and leadership behaviors
• Benchmark and cascade best practices across all Generators Value Stream sites globally
• Reinforce GE Vernova’s Production System and lean operating rhythms across the supply chain facilities
• Own and deploy a comprehensive Quality Strategy across global Generators Value Stream, driving a zero-defect culture
• Continue fostering our BIQ Culture and deploy the GEV Zero Defect Framework across the Generators Value Stream.
• Champion line-stop culture, systemic root cause elimination, and best practice sharing across the network
• Build a high-performing, resilient organization through people development, cross-functional collaboration, and a focus on Lean and Quality

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• prescription drug coverage
• Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
• Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
• GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
• access to Fidelity Executive Services
• tuition assistance
• adoption assistance
• paid parental leave
• disability benefits
• life insurance
• 12 paid holidays
• permissive time off
• Restoration Plan, a nonqualified plan with company credits on eligible pay above IRS limits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior