Sr Manufacturing Manager 2 - Production Quality
About The Position
Special Processes Quality & Process Engineer focus on ensuring the training, qualification and execution of special processes for Gas Power Generator and Services / Repairs operations within the Schenectady Factory meet all applicable NIST, ASME and ISO standards. Calibration and testing protocols ensure the quality and structural integrity of all manufactured components and in-process assemblies, ultimately safeguarding finished product integrity. This role is critical in establishing and maintaining the required knowledge base for material joining and non-destructive testing, and embedding a culture of Zero Defect and Built-In Quality across Manufacturing. Special Processes QPE combines strong technical expertise, operations collaboration skills, and structured organizational planning to proactively ensure seamless Factory performance.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree, preferably in Engineering or Quality from an accredited university or college AND 10-15 years of experience in large industrial Manufacturing segment
- Level II certification in at least 2 of the following NDT disciplines: (NDT, LPI, MPI, UT)
- Analytical thinking and structured problem solving
- Strong communication and influencing skills
- Customer-focused mindset (internal/external)
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Results-driven with a continuous improvement mindset
Nice To Haves
- Level III certification in NDT, LPI, MPI, UT
- Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Six Sigma certification (Green/Black Belt).
- Experience in manufacturing environments (e.g., industrial, energy, aerospace, automotive).
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
- Ability to document, plan, market, and execute program
Responsibilities
- Own and manage building 273 gauge lab operations. Initiate gauge tracking software improvements when identified. Integrate recall system for plant wide access.
- Act as Operations Leader for gauge lab employees across 2 shifts.
- Maintain calibrations and documentation for all measuring devices used in the Factory to NIST and ISO standards.
- Initiate delivery and track devices sent to outsourced calibration services.
- Own and manage building 273 weld and braze school operations.
- Act as Operations Leader for weld and braze school employee on 1st shift.
- Maintain Factory EE’s training and qualifications to applicable ASME standards.
- Perform internal audits of metal joining processes and analyze any Quality findings.
- Lead / support metal joining Quality issue RCA investigations.
- Serve as resident technical authority for all Factory non-destructive testing performed.
- Train and qualify Factory EE’s to Level II for Liquid Penetrant, Fluorescent Penetrant, Magnetic Particle, Ultrasonic Testing and Weld Visual Inspection.
- Perform internal audits of NDT practices and analyze any Quality findings.
- Perform UT testing on welded Rotors and provided summary analysis.
- Conduct internal audits of Factory operations to annual GenSuite audit schedule.
- Support external 3rd party (LRQA) audits to ISO 9001 : 2015 and AS 9100 standards.
- Collaborate with Manufacturing Team to resolve findings and complete action items.
- Drive systemic fixes to prevent recurrence and reduce defect rates.
- Work closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Materials and Logistics teams to improve end-to-end quality.
- Maintain training and qualification records in conjunction with Factory capacity needs.
- Provide Quality input for non-conformance disposition based on special process results.
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
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
