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Plant Manager- (NJ Metem Site)

AT GE Vernova
GE Vernova

Plant Manager- (NJ Metem Site)

Parsippany, NJ

Job Description Summary

Are you passionate about innovation? Are you excited at the opportunity to electrify and decarbonize the world?

We operate with a founder's mindset. We deliver innovation with passion, speed, and courage. We continuously challenge our thinking and are empowered to dream big and take smart risks.

What impact you'll make
The Plant Manager will provide leadership to the production organizations in the Parsippany factory to meet customer requirements for safety, quality, delivery, and cost. You will drive operational excellence and continue our path of Lean transformation, while building on a culture of inclusion and respect for people and continuous improvement. This role will play a key role within the Gas Power Supply Chain organization.

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Job Description

What you'll do

  • Lead the establishment and attainment of plant goals in Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost (SQDC)
  • Influence, coach, and motivate staff leaders to guide the production and support organizations for optimum day-to-day operations.
  • Work with customers, cross-functional leaders, and internal staff to meet production requirements to deliver on-time to our customers and achieve business outcomes.
  • Establish site culture and priorities with a clear focus on business execution, effective employee communication & relations, and the embodiment of the GE Vernova Way
  • Influence the Lean roadmap for the facility and integrate lean principles into the way we do work.
  • Leverage budgeting, forecasting and SI&OP rhythms to drive the organization to ensure scheduling, capacity, and headcount are aligned to facilitate plant success.
  • Global mindset to share in best practice and strive to ensure all read across items have been implemented.
  • Promote a working environment that encourages employee involvement to achieve excellence in all aspects of SQDC and compliance.

What you'll bring (Basic Qualifications)

  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline
  • Minimum of 7 years of experience in manufacturing with a minimum of 5 years of progressive leadership experience

Eligibility Requirements:

  • This role requires use of technical data subject to U.S. Government export restrictions and this posting is only for U.S. Persons (U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and protected individuals (e.g., certain refugees and asylees)). GE will require proof of status prior to employment.

What will make you stand out:

  • You can demonstrate strong knowledge in the disciplines of manufacturing management such as production and inventory control, quality systems, cost systems and fulfillment metrics.
  • You have a proven track record in designing and implementing daily management systems.
  • You can demonstrate a record of success in leading manufacturing operations with a Lean mindset and is skilled at applying Lean tools to improve business operations.
  • You have the ability to collaborate and lead cross-functionally, influencing across a matrix organization while connecting and building relationships with all levels of the site.
  • You are someone with strong communication and analytical abilities and the capacity to drive continuous improvement.
  • You are someone who can engrain in the team cross functional collaboration with a focus on "go and see" to support customers and production associates.
  • You have a passion for bringing a positive, team-centered method of work to foster a positive employee relations environment.
  • You understand the demands of a 24 hour manufacturing environment and are comfortable flexing your schedule to support the operating teams.

Pay Transparency

The base pay range for this position is $141,000-235,100. 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 Vernova 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: Our Culture | GE Vernova (gecareers.com)

  • 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 Vernova invests to provide opportunities to grow your career by providing a path for continued on-the-job learning and development.

Inclusion & Diversity

At GE Vernova, 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/vernova/global/en/i-d-e

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

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

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): Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ, USA
Job ID: GE_power-810742880
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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