Lead Manufacturing Specialist - Production Supervision

GE-Vernova-; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 82,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company matching

Tuition assistance

Paid parental leave

Life insurance

12 paid holidays

Job summary

GE Vernova in Findlay Township, PA seeks a Manufacturing Specialist - Production Supervision to lead shop floor operations, meet safety, quality and delivery targets, and drive continuous improvement with cross-functional teams.

You will supervise manpower, materials, and equipment, mentor frontline staff, ensure adherence to work instructions, and monitor KPIs such as output, downtime, and waste in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Education/experience requirements: bachelor's degree with 5+ years relevant experience, or HS diploma with 7+ years in manufacturing/production management.
• SAP experience required in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, including mechanical and electrical systems.
• Knowledge of quality, safety, and continuous improvement principles (Lean/Six Sigma).

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily shop floor activities to meet production schedules, output targets, and customer delivery requirements.
• Coordinate manpower, materials, and equipment to support efficient workflow and minimize downtime.
• Monitor operations and adjust assignments to maintain productivity and continuity.
• Ensure products are manufactured per quality standards and work instructions.
• Provide frontline leadership and guidance to shop floor employees, fostering safety, quality, and teamwork.
• Support onboarding and development of production staff.
• Ensure adherence to policies, EHS procedures, and safety standards.
• Collaborate with Quality to ensure specifications and investigate deviations.
• Drive continuous improvement to boost productivity and reduce waste.
• Monitor KPIs such as output, scrap, downtime, and labor efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Problem Solving

Safety Compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or related field

High School Diploma or GED + 7 years in manufacturing/production management

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Manufacturing Specialist - Production Supervision is responsible for supporting and supervising daily shop floor operations to ensure production goals, safety standards, quality requirements, and delivery targets are consistently achieved. This role provides front-line leadership to production personnel, coordinates resources, resolves operational issues, and drives continuous improvement across manufacturing processes. Based in Findlay Township, PA, this position works closely with production teams, maintenance, quality, engineering, and materials teams to maintain efficient operations. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership capability, operational discipline, technical problem-solving skills, and a commitment to safety, quality, and productivity.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Supervise daily shop floor activities to ensure production schedules, output targets, and customer delivery requirements are met.
• Coordinate production manpower, materials, and equipment to support efficient workflow and minimize downtime.
• Monitor daily operations and adjust work assignments to maintain productivity and operational continuity.
• Ensure products are manufactured in accordance with established quality standards, work instructions, and process requirements.
• Provide front-line leadership, guidance, and support to shop floor employees, fostering a positive team environment focused on safety, quality, and collaboration.
• Support onboarding, training, and development of production employees to build capability and performance.
• Ensure strict adherence to company policies, EHS procedures, and manufacturing safety standards.
• Partner with Quality teams to ensure products meet specifications and support investigations into production deviations.
• Drive continuous improvement activities to improve productivity, reduce waste, and improve shop floor performance.
• Monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) such as output, scrap, downtime, and labor efficiency.

Required Qualifications

• Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or a related field; OR a High School Diploma/GED with at least7 years of professional, hands-on experiencein manufacturing or production management.
• Relevant Experience: For candidates with a Bachelor’s degree, a minimum of5+ years of relevant experienceis required.
• Technical Proficiency: Experience utilizing SAP in a manufacturing environment is required.
• Operations Knowledge: Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, including mechanical and electrical systems.

Desired Characteristics

• Quality Leadership: Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive quality improvements across manufacturing operations.
• Continuous Improvement: Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, statistical analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Problem Solver: Quick to identify and resolve operational or technical issues, minimizing disruptions to production.
• Collaborative Leader: Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams (engineering, quality, logistics) to ensure seamless operations.
• Results-Driven: Focused on achieving production goals and driving performance improvements.
• Safety & Compliance: Strong commitment to safety and regulatory compliance, ensuring a safe and compliant workplace.

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova 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 Vernova 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: No

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $81,700.00 and $136,700.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on September 10, 2026.Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, 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 Vernova 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 financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova 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 GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.