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Operations Management Leadership Program and Lean Knowledge Manager

AT GE Aerospace
GE Aerospace

Operations Management Leadership Program and Lean Knowledge Manager

Orbassano, Italy

Job Description Summary

At Avio Aero, a GE Aerospace Business, we've been reimagining the power of flight for more than 100 years. We are specialized in the design, production and maintenance of components and systems for both the civil and military aviation.

As a Operations Management Leadership Program and Lean Knowledge Manager you'll not only manage the talent development programs but also define and implement the knowledge framework that sustains the lean practices. Your mission is to guide and mentor the next generation of aviation leaders while building a robust knowledge infrastructure to support Avio Aero's supply chain.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

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  • Shape the OMLP by managing the strategic growth of our talents. Design experiential and formal training plans focused on lean methodologies, providing opportunities for hands-on learning and development.
  • As a mentor, you will influence future leaders by organizing opportunities for growth and fostering a passion for technology and innovation.
  • Define and maintain a comprehensive Knowledge Management framework that supports the entire supply chain, including managing the knowledge inventory and developing a lean library with standards, approaches, and methods for shop floor applications.
  • Identify and address skill gaps by defining and executing competence mapping with other functions. Develop and implement targeted development plans to build
  • Analyze internal and external business challenges, recommending and implementing best practices to improve operational processes. Manage GE standards analysis, deployment strategy, and cross-fertilization processes to facilitate knowledge transfer.
  • Oversee the release and versioning of lean documentation. Promote both internal and external benchmarking to ensure we remain at the forefront of industry standards.
  • Lead or participate in projects, demonstrating sound judgment and managing complex tasks within operational, product management, manufacturing, technology, or engineering domains.
  • Effectively communicate complex concepts, influence decision-making, and guide stakeholders to consider alternative perspectives.

Qualifications/Requirements

  • Master's degree in Engineering, Economics, or a related field.
  • Proven experience in an industrial setting, with a deep understanding of both manufacturing and transactional areas.
  • Fluency in both Italian and English.
  • Proven leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to mentor, motivate, and inspire a diverse team.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with experience in defining, planning, and executing training and development programs.
  • Work Visa and in accordance with local regulation is required.

Desired Characteristics

  • Flexibility and ability to adapt.
  • Able to respond effectively to change.
  • Ability to communicate and establish relationships with members of the various teams with whom he collaborates.
  • Critical and analytical thinking.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Balances multiple and competing priorities and executes accordingly.

What we offer

Smart working and work life-balance

Avio Aero, when possible, promotes remote work and encourages a good, healthy and satisfying work-life balance. We value our employees' wellbeing; hence we offer a variety of improvement programs aimed to preserve anyone's psychological safety and daily needs.

Total Rewards

At Avio Aero, we understand the importance of Total Rewards. As a new joiner to Avio Aero we are pleased to offer the following welcome benefit plan:

  • Performance related bonuses and local bonus scheme
  • Flexible benefits platform
  • GE share plan
  • Life and injury insurance
  • Private medical cover
  • Employee assistant program
  • Employee special awards (service and recognition)
  • Local special agreements and discounts
  • English and languages training for you and one member of your family
  • Technical, Leadership and development trainings

Inclusion & Diversity

Avio Aero is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are strongly committed to maintain an inclusive and diverse environment. Every employment decision is taken regardless to national or ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, etc.

We are not all the same. Just be Yourself @AvioAero!

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

Client-provided location(s): 10040 Rivalta di Torino, Metropolitan City of Turin, Italy
Job ID: GE_Aerospace-R3785189
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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