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Manufacturing Operations Supervisor - Generator Repairs

AT GE Vernova
GE Vernova

Manufacturing Operations Supervisor - Generator Repairs

Richmond, VA

Job Description Summary

The Operations Leader for Generator Repairs will provide direct supervision to the Generator work group at our manufacturing repair service center in Richmond, VA. In this role you will work within defined parameters to make decisions and resolve issues through immediate action or short-term planning while also meeting assigned objectives for Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and provide production leadership to assigned teams to meet safety, quality, schedule, and cost initiatives
  • Provide on-going support in scheduling resources and facilitating the workflow to meet customer requirements
  • Develop or enhance knowledge of technical knowledge of generator repairs
  • Assist Cell Leader with decision making in areas of process improvement and/or production to make appropriate resource decisions to facilitate execution of repairs processes
  • Coordinate all first line activities (i.e. Methods, Production Control) to assure the meeting of safety procedures, production schedules and customer satisfaction, cost goals, and maintaining the highest standards of quality across multiple shifts
  • Solve problems, set direction, eliminate process waste, own visual management through Daily Management System for the department
  • Perform administrative duties to support the business (not limited to time sheet review and approval, labor vouchering, requisitions for material, workforce schedules)
  • Practice sound human relations and communications skills to influence team
  • Review production orders and implement production schedules
  • Analyze and diagnose machine and tooling problems, take corrective measures to resolve safety concerns, minimize downtime and interruption of schedules
  • Coach and motivate team in safety, quality, individual performance/development, and productivity improvements
  • Manufacturing supervisor

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Required Qualifications

  • Associate's Degree from an accredited university or college OR a High School Diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of experience in a manufacturing role
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in a manufacturing, repair or services environment
  • Prior leadership experience in similar industry (IE: Lead, Influencer, SME)

Eligibility Requirements

  • Willing and able to work extended shifts, weekends, and holidays when needed
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship now or in the future
  • This position is 100% onsite at the GE Richmond Service Center

Desired Characteristics

  • Power Generation or Heavy Industrial leadership experience
  • Experience in Generator Rewind and Repairs and/or Power Generation industry
  • 3+ years prior leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Lean Manufacturing
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
  • Strong team building skills
  • Knowledge of manufacturing operations and practices
  • Ability to counsel and motivate workforce
  • Ability to bring assignments to a successful completion
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills

Pay Transparency

The base pay range for this position is $80,000 - 110,000.00. 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 10% performance bonus/variable incentive compensation/equity. This posting is expected to close on Dec. 2, 2024, or thereafter.

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

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. Through relentless innovation and continuous partnership with our customers, we are building the energy technologies of the future and providing the cleaner, more efficient power people depend on today.

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): Richmond, VA, USA
Job ID: GE_power-1706400378
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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