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Manufacturing Leader- Diaphragm COE

AT GE Vernova
GE Vernova

Manufacturing Leader- Diaphragm COE

Brewer, ME

Job Description Summary

GE Vernova is helping change the world. Will you be part of the global energy transition?

Our team of approximately 80,000 employees keeps the lights on for people around the world. We've installed ~7,000 gas turbines for customers operating in over 100 countries, powering more than a third of the world to deliver brighter cities, stronger economies, and a better-connected world.

The Manufacturing Leader for the Diaphragm COE (Center of Excellence) will demonstrate accountability for functional, business, and broad company objectives. In this role you will integrate and develop processes that meet business needs across the organization, manage complex issues within functional areas of expertise, be involved in long-term planning, and contribute to the overall business strategy. The Manufacturing Leader will manage approximately 3 salary & 11 dotted line salaried and 113 hourly team members.

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Join our team, to evolve and grow, surrounded by some of the brightest minds in the industry who help you get better every day. You'll get the chance to rewrite the rules, work on cutting-edge technology, and be part of a global team for positive change.

Job Description

What You'll Do:

  • Develop COE strategic vision, communicate to team members / stakeholders, and engage teams to optimize performance.
  • Provide leadership across the COE to meet customer requirements for safety, quality, cost, and delivery.
  • Partner cross-functionally to align priorities and drive greatest customer outcomes while maximizing business results.
  • Analyze production labor requirements, implementing appropriate capacity decisions within COE budget.
  • Drive key initiatives including EHS, Six Sigma, shop productivity, lean, and inventory cycle reductions.
  • Work with customers, functional leaders, and internal staff to meet organizational requirements.
  • Provide leadership development and performance feedback to COE.
  • Work cross-functionally to resolve technical challenges, implement large impactful simplification efforts, and drive product cost.
  • Direct process / product improvement programs and provide process method excellence throughout the organization.
  • Develop team members by providing growth opportunities, mentoring, and appropriate coaching.
  • Provide ongoing feedback to team members, build trusting relationships and be a motivator for positive change and growth.
  • Ensure communication of key business / customer issues to employees
  • Interface with other organizations and vendors to assure requirements are met on time.
  • Lead Lean Action Workout Teams to drive a culture of continuous improvement.

What You'll Bring:

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
  • Manufacturing leadership experience.
  • A minimum 10 years of manufacturing or supply chain related experience.

Additional:

  • Must be authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship now or in the future.
  • This position is an on-site role at our GE Gas Power Bangor, ME location.
  • Relocation assistance only considered from within the USA.

What Will Make You Stand Out:

  • Bachelor's degree in an Engineering / Technical Discipline.
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a cross-functional environment and effectively interface with all levels of the organization and customers .
  • Strong analytical skills with ability to identify critical issues.
  • Strong propensity for excelling in a demanding environment.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
  • Able to adapt to ever changing priorities.
  • Strong organizational, time management and prioritization skills.
  • Resourceful, proactive, assertive, detail oriented, energetic, with flexible attitude.
  • Ability to support multiple projects and balance conflicting needs.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
  • Lean Manufacturing Experience.

Pay Transparency

The base pay range for this position is $118,500-180,000. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for a 15% performance bonus/variable incentive compensation/equity.

*The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas.

This posting is expected to close on Dec. 3, 2024 or when suitable candidate identified.

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE 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 planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

Benefits Available to You

GE employees rise to the challenge of building a world that works. In order to meet this mission, we provide varied, competitive benefits to help support our workforce: https://jobs.gecareers.com/global/en/ge-career-benefits

  • Our compensation & benefits are designed to help you manage your personal and family needs, while rewarding high performers. We offer a robust benefits package depending on your employment status and your national requirements.
  • A healthy, balanced lifestyle can mean different things to different people. We've created programs that support the way you live and work today.
  • GE invests to provide opportunities to grow your career by providing a path for continued on-the-job learning and development.

Inclusion & Diversity

At GE, we believe in the value of your unique identity, background, and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture, where everyone feels empowered to do their best work because they feel accepted, respected and that they belong. Click here to learn more: https://jobs.gecareers.com/global/en/diversity-at-ge

About GE Gas Power

GE Gas Power engineers cleaner, more accessible energy that people depend on, powering growth and prosperity for people everywhere. Our leading technologies produce a third of the world's electricity thanks to our talented people, who make gas work for our customers, stakeholders and the world.

GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

Client-provided location(s): Bangor, ME 04401, USA
Job ID: GE_power-1568066722
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
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

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

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