Commercial Engines & Services FLIGHT DECK Lean Leader

General Electric; Shawnee (OK); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lean Transformation Leader to drive continuous improvement and foster a Lean culture within their organization. This remote position involves leading process improvement projects, coaching teams, and collaborating with various stakeholders to enhance business performance. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Lean principles and a strong ability to influence and communicate effectively. Join a company that values professional growth and offers comprehensive benefits, while making a significant impact on operational excellence.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Matching

Tuition Assistance

Paid Parental Leave

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Health Coaching

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a Lean environment leading teams.
• Proven ability to coach and implement Lean methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the deployment of the FLIGHT DECK lean operating model.
• Coach leaders on Value Stream Management and Kaizen practices.

Skills

Lean Principles

Process Improvement

Coaching Skills

Analytical Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Data Analysis 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 aimed at enhancing business performance, reducing employee burden, and delivering outstanding customer impact. Drive lean transformation to achieve significant improvements in business metrics by partnering with leaders in business management roles.

This role will support the implementation of the GE Aerospace FLIGHT DECK operating model within Commercial Engines and Services. The ideal candidate will have transactional and operational business process lean experience, foundational knowledge of lean principles, approaches, and methodologies.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

1. Lead the deployment, coaching, and sustainment of the FLIGHT DECK lean operating model across CES and teams. Lead kaizen and improvement projects to meet operating goals using KPI-based performance management and SQDC principles.
2. Coach and collaborate with all organizational levels, including Subject Matter Experts, Support Staff, and Leadership, to foster a Lean Culture and drive Continuous Improvement.
3. Communicate solutions within functions and across cross-functional partner organizations.
4. Explain difficult or sensitive information, work to build consensus, and use persuasion skills to influence others.
5. Coach organizational leaders to deploy Value Stream Management and establish Problem Solving, Daily Management, and Kaizen practices to improve business and customer outcomes.

Minimum Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
• At least 5 years of experience leading or managing teams in a Lean environment.
• Ability to travel up to 50%.
• Willingness to relocate to Evendale, OH, as relocation is offered only to candidates willing to move to our headquarters.

Desired Characteristics and Experience

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience with Lean Transformation, Principles & Tools, preferably in a transactional environment.
• Proven experience in teaching, coaching, practicing, and applying lean methods.
• Strong bias for action, with the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Analytical problem solver, critical thinker, and challenger of existing processes.
• Ability to influence without direct authority.
• Experience with data analysis and reporting tools to monitor performance metrics and measure improvement initiatives.
• Humble, respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn.
• Transparent in communication, shares critical information, speaks with candor, and contributes constructively.
• Focused, quick learner, strategic prioritizer, and committed.
• Strong leadership qualities: effective communicator, decision-maker, and collaborator.

GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits supporting health, wellbeing, retirement, and professional development. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, access to health coaching, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k) with company matching, tuition and adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability and life insurance, and paid time off.

GE Aerospace and its affiliates reserve the right to modify benefits at any time. Employment is at-will and does not constitute a contract.

We offer a great work environment, professional growth, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. For this position, legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required, and employment is contingent upon passing a drug screen.

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

#LI-Remote - This is a remote position.