Lead EMO FLIGHT DECK Specialist

GE Aerospace•Evendale, OH

47d

About The Position

The FLIGHT DECK Specialist will be responsible for supporting lean transformation and continuous improvement across operations at our EMO manufacturing facility, ensuring alignment with GE Aerospace's FLIGHT DECK operating model. This role requires experience in lean principles, project or program management, and quality management processes to deliver measurable results in safety, quality, delivery, and cost (SQDC). The FLIGHT DECK Specialist will partner closely with the Sr. FLIGHT DECK Leader and Operations teams to activate FLIGHT DECK and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree accredited college or university (or a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of experience in lean deployment and execution ideally in a manufacturing environment).
Minimum of 3 years of lean deployment and execution ideally in a manufacturing environment experience.

Nice To Haves

Proficient in MS Office suite and industry specific tools (Visio, Minitab, Excel)
Managed mid to large size transformational projects (facility relocation, restructuring, new product/process development)
Coached/influenced all levels of stakeholders (shop floor to plant leadership) towards meaningful change.
Experience in Lean Manufacturing, Lean Transformation, Operational Excellence
Experience with Value Stream Mapping, Daily Management, Kaizen Events, Standard Work, Problem Solving, Visual Management
Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously.
Experience working in manufacturing, specifically in a shop floor environment.
Experience training others in principles of Lean methodology
Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn
Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively
Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed, delivers on time
Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker, detail oriented
Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborator, influencer, relationship builder

Responsibilities

FLIGHT DECK Implementation: Support the full adoption of FLIGHT DECK fundamentals, including Standard Work, Daily & Visual Management, Value Stream Management, Operating Cadences, and Hoshin Kanri, to optimize manufacturing processes.
Leadership & Coaching: Advise and coach site leadership and teams on FLIGHT DECK principles, acting as a change agent to embed lean practices and drive cultural transformation.
Process Improvement: Utilize lean tools and methodologies to solve complex problems, develop objectives, and achieve both short-term and long-term goals.
Training & Development: Execute the training and development of extended manufacturing team to ensure alignment with FLIGHT DECK transformation efforts, including curriculum development, delivery, and audit readiness.
Continuous Improvement: Drive change across the organization, leveraging tools such as the FLIGHT DECK Activation Hub to foster growth and adoption of lean practices.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, 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 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 planning consultants.
Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

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