Lean Leader- Flight Deck Remote US

General Electric; Shawnee (OK); Remote; USD 113,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Flight Deck Lean Leader to drive lean transformation and project management excellence. This role involves collaborating with teams to implement key strategies, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and applying lean tools to enhance business performance. The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving skills, a strategic mindset, and the ability to influence change within the organization. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and offers a supportive environment for professional growth.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Matching

Tuition Assistance

Paid Parental Leave

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Health Coaching

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in project management and Lean techniques.
• Proven ability to drive outcomes and influence others.

Responsibilities

• Support execution of key strategies with a lean mindset.
• Facilitate and promote Lean principles across the business.

Skills

Project Management

Lean Techniques

Agile Methodologies

Problem Solving

Critical Thinking

Tools

Daily Visual Management

Value Stream Mapping

Standard Work

Transactional Process Improvement

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Flight Deck Lean Leader plays an integral role in executing the Company’s priorities and lean transformation. The Flight Deck Leader is a project manager, liaison, lean technician, and lean coach responsible for implementing the company's highest priorities. This role requires a toolbox of project management, lean, and facilitation skills to foster a culture of action and continuous improvement. "Flight Deck" refers to our Lean process for GE Aerospace and ERAC.

About ERAC

ERAC, Employers Reassurance Corporation, is a corporate holding of GE Aerospace. We are a reinsurance company supporting long-term care insurance, structured settlements, life insurance, and other insurance products.

Work Location

This role can be based in the office or remote, within the US only.

Roles and Responsibilities

1. Support and collaborate with the Leader of Strategy and Execution and leadership to:
2. Partner with teams to execute key strategies and initiatives with a bias toward action and a lean mindset;
3. Support the development and implementation of procedures, policies, and strategies to ensure consistency and standardization of a company-wide LEAN program;
4. Serve as a facilitator, educator, advocate, and consultant for Lean, promoting understanding and application of Lean principles and tools across the business, including:
5. Collaborate with functional teams to develop a lean culture and drive continuous improvement aligned with company initiatives;
6. Apply lean tools in managing and executing key priorities;
7. Encourage learning and risk-taking for continuous improvement;
8. Model project management and lean principles and tools;
9. Maintain proficiency in the latest Lean approaches through networking, participation in GE's Lean organization, and engagement with external resources and conferences.

Required Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience solving problems and transforming business performance using project management and Lean techniques;
• Lean practitioner capable of facilitating problem-solving events and coaching core tools such as Daily Visual Management, Structured Problem Solving, Value Stream Mapping, Standard Work, and Transactional Process Improvement;
• Project management skills, including experience with agile methodologies to support project execution;
• Proven effectiveness in driving outcomes, demonstrating accountability, trustworthiness, credibility, commitment, and agility;
• Change agent capable of demonstrating the value of lean, gaining buy-in, and driving cultural change;
• Highly collaborative, comfortable with constructive conflict and debate;
• Critical thinker with the ability to influence others, even with conflicting priorities.

Desired Characteristics

• Experience navigating organizational change and challenging situations, with a will to win and influence;
• Strategic mindset combined with a hands-on approach;
• Experience coaching others and working in fast-paced environments;
• Background in financial services and insurance;
• Ability to see both the big picture and details;
• Excellent time and project management skills;
• Proven ability to bring order and structure.

Compensation and Benefits

The base pay range is $113,200 to $151,000 USD annually, influenced by experience, education, and skills. The role is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and commissions. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, access to health coaching, 24/7 nurse resources, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k) with company matching, tuition and adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability, life insurance, and paid time off.

Additional Information

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. Employment is conditioned on legal work authorization and successful drug screening.

Relocation assistance is provided. This is a remote position.