Operations Leader 2nd Shift (Steam Repairs)

GE Vernova • Schenectady, NY

11d • Onsite

About The Position

This position will establish work plans that safely ensure the production of high-quality products that meet compliance and project requirements for Steam Turbine Rotor & Valve projects. Drive continuous improvement across the product lines by owning project timelines, improving cycle & cost, and resolving technical/process issues. Lead and effectively interface with manufacturing and other support teams to complete projects to meet EHS, production, quality, and cost savings goals within schedule and budget.

Requirements

• Associates Degree with a minimum of 2 years of experience in a supervisory role in manufacturing or similar industry preferred OR a High School Diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of experience in Manufacturing or similar industry preferred, 2 of which are/were in a supervisory role OR Military Training.
• Ability and willingness to work the Off-Shift- 2nd Shift (3pm-11pm).
• Must be legally authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship now or in the future.
• This position is 100% onsite in Schenectady, NY.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in industrial/manufacturing environment
• Experience with customer owned products that require repair
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
• Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.
• Established project management skills.
• Ability to influence others and lead small teams.
• Familiarity with basic lean principles – takt/cycle and 5S

Responsibilities

• Manage workforce activities to meet project deadlines using SQDCP to make decisions
• Able to adjust priorities frequently to meet changing customer requests or needs
• Utilizes in-depth knowledge of a technical discipline and analytical thinking and technical experience to execute projects
• Ensures employees are completing necessary training requirements on time
• Has knowledge of best practices and how own area has been integrated with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market
• Uses some judgment and has some ability to propose different solutions outside of set parameters to address more complicated manufacturing processes with technical variety and/or interdependent production cycles.
• Uses technical experience and analytical thinking.
• Uses multiple internal and limited external sources outside of own teams to arrive at decisions.
• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience.
• May lead small projects with low risks and resource requirements.
• Explains information, developing skills to bring team members to consensus around topics within field.
• Conveys performance expectations and may handle sensitive issues.
• Lead improvement efforts for equipment reliability, tooling, process controls, and safety/ergonomic solutions
• Process payroll and labor vouchering for multiple shifts
• Support product qualifications as needed

Benefits

• Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, 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 Vernova 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 financial planning consultants.
• Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree