Senior Facilities Engineer (1st shift)

GE Appliances • Louisville, KY

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About The Position

At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make “good things, for life.” As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we're powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that there's always a better way. We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together. The GE Appliances philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities: we come together, we always look for a better way, and we create possibilities. Interested in joining us on our journey? Are you an experienced engineer passionate about optimizing manufacturing operations and driving technical excellence? Join our team in Louisville, KY, as a Senior Facilities Engineer and take full ownership of maintaining and improving the physical equipment in a dynamic production environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent technical experience).
• Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting expertise, including PLC diagnostics.
• Proven ability to lead maintenance teams, manage projects, and drive operational efficiency.
• Previous supervisory experience and/or experience working directly with high volume manufacturing Production Operations and Union Operators.
• Experience in high-volume manufacturing, working with Union Operators.
• Solid computer skills (Microsoft Suite, PLC programming, automation software).
• Leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Flexibility to support 24/7 manufacturing operations, including occasional off-shift, on-call, and weekend work.

Nice To Haves

• Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• 5+ years of experience in operations or maintenance supervision.
• Experience in design, tooling, or new product launches, a plus.
• Skilled in managing Union trades teams.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the go-to expert on plant infrastructure, troubleshooting facility systems, and optimizing layout connections.
• Provide technical leadership and direct maintenance operations to ensure peak efficiency.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance strategies to reduce downtime and boost productivity.
• Drive improvements in safety, quality, labor efficiency, and cost controls through Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Spearhead equipment upgrades, capital expense justifications, and process standardization.
• Lead root-cause troubleshooting of PLCs, ladder logic, Ethernet communication, and automation systems.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to integrate advanced manufacturing practices and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) programs.
• Mentor, train, and support maintenance employees to maximize performance and technical proficiency.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols, including Lockout-Tagout (LOTO) procedures.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Excellent benefits
• Relocation assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree