Operations Leader - 3rd Shift

GE Vernova • Schenectady, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Third Shift Operations Leader is responsible for the daily execution of manufacturing operations in the Stator Bar Shop within the Generator Manufacturing Department. This role ensures the reliability, consistency, and efficiency of production lines by leveraging lean manufacturing processes to drive continuous improvement. The successful candidate will lead the hourly workforce during third shift, ensuring that all departmental KPIs are met through proactive manpower planning, production gap management, and disciplined execution of standard operating procedures.

Requirements

• Ability to work 3rd Shift (11pm - 7am), will train for about 2 weeks on 1st Shift
• Associates Degree with a minimum of 2 years of experience in a supervisory role (manufacturing or similar industry preferred) OR a High School Diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of experience in Manufacturing or leadership position OR 3-4 years of Military Training
• 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

• Engineering or Management Degree
• Previous Shift Supervisor – preferred from warehousing delivery type environment
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certified
• Manufacturing experience relevant to heavy duty equipment
• Experience running projects in a machine shop environment
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve complex problems
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
• Established project management skills

Responsibilities

• Delegate work assignments based on current priorities dictated by production schedule
• Manage daily productivity goals and ensure shift force is achieving the L1 targets
• Communicate daily safety talking points (provided by EHS) and Encourage safety conversations- address concerns promptly
• Uphold company code of conduct, procedures, and work rules for employees on shift and issue disciplinary action if necessary
• Promote positive shop culture and maintain employee morale
• Optimize indirect labor on shift- Initiate housekeeping and improvement projects
• Communicate and follow-up with quality non-compliance incidents that happen on shift
• Verify that employee weekly timecards are correctly updated in Kronos
• Verbally communicate with Operations Leaders on other shifts to make sure critical information flows between shifts
• Communicates with direct team and supervisor

Benefits

• medical, dental, vision, and 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, as well as 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: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree