Lead Chemical Manufacturing Specialist

GE Aerospace • Huntsville, AL

103d

About The Position

GE Aerospace is a leader in the industrialization of ceramic matrix composites (CMCs) for the manufacture of military and commercial jet engines. CMC's are a technological breakthrough in advanced materials that enables a revolutionary change in the engine's fuel efficiency, performance and emissions through lower density and fuel burn at increased temperature. GEA's commitment to the development of CMC technology began in 2001 and has reached realization in 2016 with first deliveries of the LEAP engine for commercial narrow body airliners. Orders for LEAP, which features a CMC shroud component, have now reached 40,000 in number, reflecting the success of this product. GEA's commitment to the implementation of CMC technology continues with the GE9X engine, the first commercial engine to incorporate multiple CMC components. The first flight powered by GE9X engines was completed in January of 2020. These examples are just the beginning for the opportunities that CMC's create to transform the aviation industry and GEA is positioned to play a lead role in that revolution. The Lead Manufacturing Specialist will utilize Flight Deck Principles to drive operational discipline for the GE Aerospace Huntsville site where SiC Fiber based Prepreg is produced. In this role, the employee is expected to develop & drive standard work that can be used to provide operational excellence relative to safety, quality, delivery, and cost. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in operations management, a keen eye for detail, and a passion for fostering a culture of excellence.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from accredited college or university (or a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of chemical manufacturing experience)
• 3 years of experience in optimizing chemical manufacturing operations

Nice To Haves

• Experience with driving standard work across a broad team
• Proven track record of leading successful continuous improvement projects
• Able to apply fundamental knowledge appropriately to solve process problems
• Data driven- relies heavily on data to drive decisions
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Able to explain complex issues to a wide array of audiences
• Ability to prioritize 'the many' problems/ opportunities down to the 'vital few' and generate action plans to address
• Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn
• Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively
• Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed
• Leadership abilities: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative with cross-functional teams
• Chemical aptitude and good understanding of hazards as it relates to industrial chemicals
• At least 3 years of experience in PSM covered chemical manufacturing
• Good understanding of failure analysis/ problem solving tools (5-Why, RCA, DMAIC, FMEA)

Responsibilities

• Analyze current operational processes and identify areas for improvement
• Develop & drive standard work to ensure operational discipline in all areas of PSM Compliance & Conduct of Operations, including Product Traceability
• Develop and implement standard work processes to ensure consistency, quality, and traceability
• Drive operational discipline by ensuring adherence to established processes and standards
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive process improvements and achieve operational goals within the Tape Plant
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence throughout the organization
• Ensure all improvement initiatives align with the company's Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC) priorities, with safety being the most critical
• Lead change initiatives, ensuring smooth adoption of new & existing standard work within teams
• Provide technical solutions for chemical process issues, including MOC's, & small project development
• Serve as subject matter expert for PHA's, MOC's, & Root Cause Analysis
• Facilitate Problem Solving Reports & Root Cause Analysis for safety or production related issues

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
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree