Lean Leader

GE Vernova•Atlanta, GA

1d•$144,000 - $240,000•Remote

About The Position

The Lean Leader builds lean manufacturing capability across GE Vernova teams through hands-on improvement work, training, and coaching. The role partners with site leaders, operators, and cross-functional teams to strengthen lean practices, solve problems, improve performance, and establish sustainable ways of working. It focuses primarily on learning, training, and development in manufacturing environments, with practical application of lean tools including Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, Daily Management, Problem Solving, 5S, Standard Work, Kanban, SMED, and TPM. The Lean Leader is expected to lead by example and teach through practical application. Approximately 50% travel is required. The position is remote; a GE Vernova site is the preferred location. The role supports development and delivery of training and capability-building programs, facilitates workshops, leads and supports improvement initiatives, coaches teams and leaders, assesses lean capability, and supports deployment of the GE Vernova Operating Method. It also involves logistics and coordination for classes and programs, along with content development and improvement. GE Vernova states that it offers professional development and competitive compensation. The U.S.-based salary range is $144,000 to $240,000, with geographic differentials potentially applying. The position is not eligible for a bonus. Relocation assistance is provided. Listed benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; health coaching; an Employee Assistance Program; retirement savings and company contributions; tuition and adoption assistance; paid parental leave; disability benefits; life insurance; 12 paid holidays; and permissive time off. Sponsorship is not supported, and applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
At least 7 years of experience leading or supporting improvements in manufacturing environments.
Hands-on experience with core lean 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%.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship is not supported.

Nice To Haves

Passion for continuous improvement and people development.
Strong lean manufacturing background in factory or operations settings.
Comfort teaching, coaching, and supporting team development.
Practical problem-solving ability and a hands-on approach.
Ability to influence others through partnership and credibility.
OMLP, OMDP, or OFLP graduate.

Responsibilities

Support the development and delivery of training and capability-building programs, including Kaizen Facilitator Training, Lean Leader Development Experience, and Problem Solving at GEV.
Facilitate hands-on workshops and training 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 that build ownership and engagement.
Support practical implementation and follow-up for deployment of the GE Vernova Operating Method.
Encourage continuous improvement, teamwork, inclusion, and learning.
Ensure smooth logistics and coordination for classes and programs.
Develop and improve content.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
Access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource.
Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, including a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching 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.
Relocation assistance.
Professional development.
Competitive compensation.