Manufacturing Cell Lead: Lean, Quality & Growth

A01098 GE Vernova International LLC; City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 123,000 - 204,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Retirement plan with company match

Paid holidays

Job summary

GE Vernova is seeking a people leader to run a high-velocity manufacturing cell for large-scale power plant equipment, overseeing salaried and hourly staff. You will drive safety, quality, delivery, and cost while guiding operations leaders, manufacturing engineers, and planners in a fast-growing Generator and Power business.

You will champion Lean strategies, develop frontline talent, and coordinate with broader Gas Power teams to support New Build, repairs, and site services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 6+ years in manufacturing and 3+ years in supervision, or 10+ years with 6+ years supervision.
• Strong written and verbal communication and leadership abilities.
• Experience in process improvement and Lean manufacturing practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage a manufacturing cell to meet targets for quality, cost, delivery and safety.
• Direct team development through hiring, setting priorities, and performance reviews.
• Support New Build, repairs, and site services for rotating power plant components.
• Drive continuous improvement and Lean initiatives across the site.
• Develop specialized knowledge and contribute to policy delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

People management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

High School Diploma/GED + 10 yrs manufacturing experience

Job description

GE Vernova is seeking a people leader to run a high-velocity manufacturing cell for large-scale power plant equipment, overseeing salaried and hourly staff. You will drive safety, quality, delivery, and cost while guiding operations leaders, manufacturing engineers, and planners in a fast-growing Generator and Power business.

You will champion Lean strategies, develop frontline talent, and coordinate with broader Gas Power teams to support New Build, repairs, and site services.