Operations Development Associate

Prolec-GE Waukesha, Inc; Goldsboro (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Prolec-GE Waukesha, Inc in Goldsboro, NC is seeking an Operation Development Associate to join a two-year rotational development program. The role provides exposure across four functional areas, focusing on key operational disciplines and project management.

Ideal candidates will have a BS degree in Engineering or related field, and may have prior co-op or internship experience in industrial settings. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Operations Management required.
• Co-op or internship experience in industrial manufacturing preferred.
• Early career candidates welcome.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a two-year rotational development program focused on operational knowledge.
• Complete assigned projects in four distinct operational disciplines.
• Report to the Operations Manager and work under functional champions.

Skills

Excellent computer skills using Microsoft Office

Self-motivated

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication skills

Good judgement and discretion

Education

BS degree in a technically focused degree program

BS Degree in an Engineering discipline (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)

MS Project and Access

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Operation Development Associate will participate in a two-year rotational development program focused on developing operational knowledge in four distinct operational disciplines. The rotational assignments will occur in 4 separate four-month rotations and each rotation ends with completing and presenting an assigned project objective. This position will ultimately report to the Operations Manager but will be directed daily by the assigned functional champion while in each four-month rotation. Each rotation will require the completion of a pre-determined functional project during the final 30 days of the rotational assignment.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Rotational assignments will occur in the following functional areas for specific development:

• First Line Supervision - Standard Work, Performance Management, Daily Communications (using GEMBA methodologies), Visual Metrics, Performance Expectations and Takt boards Review, Maintenance of 6S, KanBan, and contamination control Programs, Safety/JHA reviews.
• Manufacturing Engineering -
  • Capital project development, approval, implementation; Equipment Maintenance & Upgrades; Time Studies and Capacity Planning Support; Production & BOM Routing Support; Cost Savings Projects; Process Optimization; Work Cell Layouts; Manufacturing Practice Updates, JHA evaluations;
  • Lean/CI - Visual Factory Development, Program audits and improvements - Pull System, 6S Program, OEE Program Standard Work Development, CI team support & Pareto Analysis, Kaizen Board Review; Kaizen Event - Preparation, Facilitation, and Implementation; Cycle Time Reduction & VSM Projects; Problem Solving Facilitation - 5 Why and 8D Sessions
• Quality/Test Engineering - DPM reduction; Statistical Process Control, Supplier Quality and Material Specification; Value Engineering projects, DFM Projects; FMEA reviews, Failure Analysis, Test process optimization, Technical Troubleshooting
• Planning - Production scheduling - Understanding master scheduling through department planning as dictated by department capacity planning. Material purchasing and sourcing based on master schedule and planning cycles to ensure on‑time material availability.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Excellent computer skills using Microsoft Office products (Word, Outlook, and Excel) are required. MS Project and Access is preferred.
• Individual should be self‑motivated and able to work independently or with a team.
• Must be able to work multiple projects concurrently, using strong organizational and planning skills.
• Requires strong ability to stay focused and resourcefulness to know where/how to get the information needed for the projects assigned.
• Good interpersonal skills, as well as excellent communication skills, are necessary to present project information to the management staff and to sell the recommendation for change or improvement.
• Good judgement and discretion is necessary when working with confidential information.
• Must be able to work well with all levels of employees using fair and non‑discriminating attitudes and practices.
• Must be willing to work off‑shift, if required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Required Education /Experience:

• BS degree in a technically focused degree program (i.e., Engineering, Operations Management)

Preferred Education / Experience:

• BS Degree in an Engineering discipline
• This role is focused on a post‑college graduate, early career candidate
• Previous Co‑op or Internship experience in an industrial manufacturing environment

Key Working Relationships

Entire Operations leadership team.

Physical Demands

Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time.

Working Conditions

• Office environment and external customer sites

Prolec‑GE Waukesha, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other reason prohibited by applicable law.