Senior Process Improvement Engineer

GE Appliances, a Haier company; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Appliances, a Haier company, in Louisville, KY, seeks a Senior Process Improvement Engineer to lead continuous improvement in the production area. You will own equipment and tooling, drive OEE, and partner with maintenance and quality teams to raise safety, quality, and efficiency.

This role emphasizes troubleshooting, data-driven decisions, standard work, and lean practices to reduce waste and improve metrics across Scrap, Yield, and SCR. Strong leadership and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a technical field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Manufacturing Engineering/Operations/Quality support roles.
• At least 2 years of leadership experience in manufacturing operations, preferably in unionized environments.
• Preferred: 5 years’ experience in Manufacturing Engineering/Operations/Quality support roles.
• Familiarity with Appliances manufacturing processes.
• Expertise in Controls, PMs, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatics, and welding techniques.
• Training and experience in lean manufacturing practices.
• Six Sigma Black Belt certification.
• Experience in Quality Leadership and Program Management.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of all equipment and tooling within the production area, overseeing from Advanced Manufacturing Engineer sign-off onwards.
• Serve as the primary troubleshooter for plant processes, collaborating with maintenance staff for equipment repairs.
• Enhance Overall Equipment Efficiency (OEE) in the area through continuous monitoring and improvement efforts.
• Provide recommendations for equipment and tooling enhancements, approving new purchases as needed.
• Conduct audits of Preventative Maintenance plans to ensure compliance and maximize equipment uptime.
• Collaborate with the Maintenance Business Leader to prioritize maintenance actions for the area.
• Ensure the calibration and maintenance of all equipment, along with managing special tools.
• Offer insights on equipment specifications based on industry best practices and lessons learned.
• Adjust, monitor, and document technical processes, including deviations, MCI, MCP via BCR process.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to swiftly address and resolve production line issues.
• Partner with Quality and Operations teams to improve metrics such as OEE, Scrap, Yield, and SCR.
• Analyze process data and reports daily, driving resolutions for any defects.
• Support Team Leaders in creating Standard Work and Job Instruction methods.
• Collaborate with Plant Operations personnel to proactively address factory inefficiencies.
• Continuously identify and reduce waste in the production area.
• Engage with various stakeholders on short-term and long-term improvement initiatives.

Skills

Troubleshooting high-volume equipment

Change management

Material flow management

Communication

Excel / MS Office

Project management

Analytical problem-solving

Time studies / standard work

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a technical field

Tools

Six Sigma Black Belt

Lean manufacturing tools

Job description

At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make “good things, for life.” As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we’re powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that there’s always a better way. We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together.

The GE Appliances philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities: we come together, we always look for a better way, and we create possibilities.

Interested in joining us on our journey?

We are seeking a dynamic Senior Process Improvement Engineer to spearhead operational excellence within our production area. In this role, you will be pivotal in managing equipment and process efficiency while troubleshooting issues to enhance safety, quality, delivery, cost-effectiveness, and morale.

Position

Senior Process Improvement Engineer

Location

USA, Louisville, KY

How You’ll Create Possibilities

JOB DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Take ownership of all equipment and tooling within the production area, overseeing from Advanced Manufacturing Engineer sign-off onwards
• Serve as the primary troubleshooter for plant processes, collaborating with maintenance staff for equipment repairs
• Enhance Overall Equipment Efficiency (OEE) in the area through continuous monitoring and improvement efforts
• Provide recommendations for equipment and tooling enhancements, approving new purchases as needed
• Conduct audits of Preventative Maintenance plans to ensure compliance and maximize equipment uptime
• Collaborate with the Maintenance Business Leader to prioritize maintenance actions for the area
• Ensure the calibration and maintenance of all equipment, along with managing special tools
• Offer insights on equipment specifications based on industry best practices and lessons learned
• Adjust, monitor, and document technical processes, including deviations, MCI, MCP via BCR process
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to swiftly address and resolve production line issues
• Partner with Quality and Operations teams to improve metrics such as OEE, Scrap, Yield, and Service Call Rate (SCR)
• Analyze process data and reports daily, driving resolutions for any defects
• Support Team Leaders in creating Standard Work and Job Instruction methods
• Collaborate with Plant Operations personnel to proactively address factory inefficiencies
• Continuously identify and reduce waste in the production area
• Engage with various stakeholders on short-term and long-term improvement initiatives

What You’ll Bring to Our Team

What You Need To Succeed

• Demonstrated expertise in troubleshooting high-volume manufacturing equipment
• Proven ability to influence and drive change effectively
• Experience in material flow management
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, complemented by strong interpersonal abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft products, especially Excel, and adeptness in learning new systems
• Strong project management and analytical/problem-solving skills
• Experience with time studies and/or standard work application
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work flexible hours around the manufacturing schedule

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a technical field or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Manufacturing Engineering/Operations/Quality support roles
• At least 2 years of leadership experience in manufacturing operations, preferably in unionized environments

Preferred Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience in Manufacturing Engineering/Operations/Quality support roles
• Familiarity with Appliances manufacturing processes
• Expertise in Controls, PMs, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatics, and welding techniques
• Training and experience in lean manufacturing practices
• Six Sigma Black Belt certification
• Experience in Quality Leadership and Program Management

Our Culture

Our work is centered on our People and Culture as reflected in our Zero Distance philosophy and we recognize the importance of reaffirming our commitment to inclusion and diversity (I&D). This underscores our commitment to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, connected, and empowered to contribute, while positioning our organization to adapt seamlessly to the evolving needs of our workforce and communities.

This reflects our dedication to creating solutions that: Empower colleagues by fostering an environment where all voices are heard, valued, and encouraged to contribute. Strengthen communities where we live and work. Reinforce a culture of belonging, purpose, and engagement. Reflect the diversity of the communities we serve through our workforce, products, and practices.

By further embedding Zero Distance into our People and Culture framework, we will continue to build a deeply connected organization. We are cultivating a culture of engagement, belonging, and connection, because while attracting new talent remains a priority, retention is a cornerstone of our strategy.

GE Appliances is a trust-based organization. It is important we offer our employees the flexibility they need to do their best work while balancing the needs of the business and individuals. When you join GE Appliances, you will have the opportunity to work with your leader to create a flexible work arrangement that balances the needs of the individual, team, and organization.

GE Appliances 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.

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