Industrial Engineering Specialist

Energy Consulting group; West Jefferson (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established company in process improvement seeks a dedicated professional to lead lean transformations within manufacturing environments. This role emphasizes the execution of quality improvement strategies and requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field along with several years of experience. The successful candidate will champion lean principles, train teams in these methods, and facilitate improvements across operations.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare benefits

401(k) savings plan with company match

Tuition assistance

Paid parental leave

Disability and life insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of Industrial Engineering experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience required.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead lean transformations and improve process quality.
• Facilitate training on lean methodology for teams.
• Implement visual management tools and methods.

Skills

Lean Principles

Problem-solving

Coaching

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Lean Tools

Six Sigma

Job description

Job Description Summary

Process and quality improvement roles Impacts departmental operations and responsible for planning/execution. The role has some autonomy but is focused on execution of activities within an operating discipline covered by standard functional practices and procedures. Some judgment may be required but this is typically with guidance.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Lead lean transformations within manufacturing cells to improve process quality and create capacity by reducing cycle time, inventory, and waste
• Establish site lean standards for visual management, 5S, daily management, etc. and provide lean training to employees
• Be a champion of Kaizen that impacts product flow, production to TAKT and inventory turns
• Teach, promote, and practice the lean principles and tools
• Lead Value Stream Mapping and Kaizen events to identify process wastes and to develop and implement corrective actions
• Create Standardized Work Instructions, layouts, and process flow diagrams
• Facilitate functional managers in establishing process flow by implementing visual management tools and methods to pull product through the work cells
• Apply Lean Six Sigma tools to improve process capability and eliminate defects
• Coach teams using the A3 thinking through the define, analyze, root cause, and countermeasure phases
• Facilitate, train, and coach team members in the use of Lean, and Problem-solving tools
• Educate, coach, and mentor others on Lean philosophy and application
• Communicate and coordinate effectively with supply chain partners to achieve goals and results

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree accredited college or university (or a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of experience in Industrial Engineering experience) + Minimum of 3 years of Industrial Engineering experience

Desired Characteristics

• Experience working in manufacturing, specifically in a shop floor environment
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma / equivalent Quality, and Operational Excellence
• Experience with TPM & Kaizen Methods
• Experience with Lean Transformation, Lean Implementation and Change Management
• Experience with Lean Tools – 5s, Kanban, Setup reduction, Poka-yoke, and Value Stream Mapping
• Experience with Cycle-Time Improvement
• Experience with Loss and Waste Elimination
• Experience working in or implementing Toyota Production System, GE Aviation Production System, or comparable Continuous Improvement methodology
• Experience training others in principles of Lean methodology
• Ability to motivate teams and lead change at all levels of the organization
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization
• Passion / obsession for driving improvement
• Six Sigma Green / Black belt certification or equivalent quality certification
• Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn
• Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor,contributesconstructively
• Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed
• Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborator
• Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker

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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.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, for applicants who are not asylees, refugees, lawful permanent residents or U.S. Citizens (i.e., not a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), otherwise known as a U.S. Person), final offers will be contingent on the ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

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