Senior Manager, Manufacturing Operations

GE Appliances, a Haier company•Louisville, KY

2d•Onsite

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? The Senior Manager, Manufacturing Operations is a critical leadership role responsible for end-to-end ownership of a manufacturing area, with full accountability for safety, quality, delivery, cost, and culture. This leader drives daily execution while shaping long-term operational excellence through Lean principles, disciplined problem-solving, and strong people leadership. In this role, you will navigate complex operational demands—including supply and demand variability, New Program Introductions (NPI), and engineering and material changes—while ensuring stable, efficient, and high-performing production. You will lead cross-functional teams, remove barriers to performance, and champion continuous improvement across the manufacturing floor.

Requirements

7+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing, supplier management, and project implementation, with technical expertise across supply chain functions such as warehousing, distribution, materials, quality, procurement or fulfillment.

Nice To Haves

BS/BA degree, ideally in engineering, supply chain management or business.
Supply Chain Development Program graduate.
Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing and driving continuous improvement using Lean, DMAIC, workout or similar methodologies.
Black Belt or Master Black Belt certification.
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
Demonstrated ability to teach, facilitate meetings, coach teams, give constructive feedback and listen effectively.
Ability to identify, analyze and solve complex problems across cross-functional teams.
Track record of achieving business goals, leading change and delivering measurable results through analytical methods and disciplined execution.