Lean Leader

GE Vernova • Greenville, NC

3d • Remote

About The Position

This role is a lean manufacturing capability leader responsible for building capability across GE Vernova teams through hands-on improvement efforts, training, and coaching. The position involves working closely with site leaders, operators, and cross-functional teams to strengthen practices and assist teams in problem-solving, performance improvement, and establishing sustainable work methods. The role emphasizes learning, training, and development within manufacturing environments, with a strong focus on the practical application of lean tools such as Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, Daily Management, Problem Solving, 5s, Standard Work, Kanban, SMED, and TPM. The individual will lead by example, teach through practical application, and help build confidence and capability throughout the organization. Approximately 50% travel is expected. The preferred location is a GE Vernova site.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
• 7 or more years of experience leading or supporting improvements in manufacturing environments.
• Hands-on experience with core tools, especially Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, Standard Work, Daily Management, 5s, Problem Solving, Kanban, SMED, and TPM in complex environments.
• Experience delivering training, coaching teams, or facilitating workshops.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Ability to work across functions and drive change at scale.
• Willingness to travel approximately 50%.

Nice To Haves

• Passion for continuous improvement and people development.
• Strong lean manufacturing background in factory or operations settings.
• Comfortable teaching, coaching, and supporting team development.
• Practical problem solver with a hands-on approach.
• Able to influence others through partnership and credibility.
• OMLP / OMDP / OFLP graduate.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and delivery of training and capability-building programs such as Kaizen Facilitator Training, Lean Leader Development Experience, Problem Solving at GEV, etc.
• Facilitate hands-on workshops and training sessions on lean tools and methods, including Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, Daily Management, Standard Work, Problem Solving, Kanban, SMED, and TPM.
• Partner with manufacturing teams to identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, delivery, cost, and inventory.
• Lead and support kaizens and improvement initiatives in factory and transactional environments.
• Coach teams and leaders on lean behaviors, problem solving, and daily management practices.
• Help assess current lean capability and support development plans to build stronger ownership and engagement.
• Support deployment of the GE Vernova Operating Method through practical implementation and follow-up.
• Encourage a culture of continuous improvement, teamwork, inclusion, and learning.
• Ensure smooth logistics and coordination for classes and programs.
• Content development and improvements.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Prescription drug coverage
• Access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
• Access to the 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 resources and financial planning consultants
• Tuition assistance
• Adoption assistance
• Paid parental leave
• Disability benefits
• Life insurance
• 12 paid holidays
• Permissive time off

What This Job Offers

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