Commercial Engines & Services FLIGHT DECK Lean Leader

Energy Consulting group; Cincinnati (OH); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dynamic leader to champion Lean practices and drive continuous improvement initiatives. This role focuses on enhancing operational efficiency and fostering a culture of excellence within the organization. The ideal candidate will leverage extensive Lean experience to lead transformative projects, collaborate with diverse teams, and influence key stakeholders. With a commitment to professional development and a supportive work environment, this position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on business outcomes while enjoying comprehensive benefits. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to innovation and excellence in the aerospace sector.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits

401(k) matching contributions

Tuition assistance

Paid parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a Lean environment leading teams.
• Strong background in coaching and implementing Lean principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead Lean operating model deployment and coaching across teams.
• Drive continuous improvement projects to enhance business performance.

Skills

Lean Transformation

Coaching

Data Analysis

Problem Solving

Influencing Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Performance Management Tools

Job description

Job Description Summary

Coach, drive, and lead lean behaviors, principles, and practices towards building a culture of continuous improvement. Lead process improvement projects with a goal of enhanced performance of the business, reduced burden for employees, and outstanding customer impact. Drive lean transformation resulting in step-change in business metrics by partnering with Leaders in business management roles.

This role will help drive the GE Aerospace FLIGHT DECK operating model within Commercial Engines and Services. The ideal candidate will have transactional and operational business process lean experience that they can leverage in this role and will have foundational knowledge of underlying principles, approaches, and lean methodology.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

• Lead the deployment, coaching and sustainment of the FLIGHT DECK lean operating model across CES and teams.
• Lead kaizen and improvement projects with a goal of achieving operating goals using KPI-based performance management and principles of SQDC… in that order.
• Coach and Collaborate with all levels of the organization and functions including Subject Matter Experts, Support Staff, and the Leadership Team to help progress our Lean Culture and drive Continuous Improvement.
• Communicate solutions within function and within cross-functional partner organizations.
• Explain difficult or sensitive information; work to build consensus. Utilize persuasion skills required to influence others.
• Coach organizational leaders to deploy Value Stream Management and establish and implement the usage of Problem Solving, Daily Management and Kaizen enabling business and customer outcomes.

Minimum Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree accredited college or university
• Minimum 5 years of experience leading/managing teams in a Lean environment.
• Must be able to travel up to 50%.
• Relocation offered only to candidates willing to relocate to our world headquarters in Evendale, OH.

Desired Characteristics and Experience

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience with Lean Transformation, Principles & Tools, preferably in a transactional environment preferred.
• Significant and proven experience in teaching, coaching, practicing, and applying lean methods.
• Demonstrated bias for action with ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker.
• Ability to influence without direct authority.
• Experience with data analysis and reporting tools to monitor performance metrics, identify trends, and measure the effectiveness of improvement initiatives.
• Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn.
• Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively.
• Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed.
• Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborator.

GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan 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.

GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its 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.

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace 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 Aerospace 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

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