Senior Process Improvement Engineer - Lean Manufacturing Leader

GE Appliances, a Haier company; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Appliances, a Haier company, in Louisville, KY seeks a Senior Process Improvement Engineer to lead operational excellence within our manufacturing value stream. You will drive safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets while coaching teams and implementing standardized work to stabilize processes.

You will collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering and HR to advance equipment, process improvements, and employee performance in a dynamic 24/7 manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment, with emphasis on manufacturing engineering, maintenance, and project execution.
• Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) required or in progress, preferably in Engineering or a related field.
• Six Sigma certification preferred, with strong knowledge of Lean, DMAIC, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proven track record of driving results using analytical problem-solving, project planning, and cross-functional teamwork.
• Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing principles in an operational setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and optimize performance within a designated production area, driving improvements in safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Oversee maintenance, continuous improvement, and overall efficiency of equipment across production lines and fabrication areas.
• Support the Operations Manager and coordinate daily production start-up to ensure lines are operational, properly staffed, and running smoothly.
• Monitor and analyze production and fabrication data to identify performance gaps and ensure effective communication across shifts.
• Implement and sustain lean manufacturing practices and standardized work to maintain process stability.
• Coach equipment operators and Team Leaders to ensure adherence to established processes and standards.
• Lead problem-solving efforts and root cause analysis to address inefficiencies within the production area.
• Facilitate kaizen events and implement countermeasures to improve manufacturing line performance.
• Champion the Appliance Production System and promote a culture of continuous improvement.
• Provide leadership and direction to team members, ensuring consistent and fair application of policies, procedures, and work rules.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering to plan and execute long-term equipment and process improvement projects.
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of payroll, disciplinary documentation, and other administrative responsibilities.
• Partner with Human Resources on employee relations and disciplinary matters.
• Ensure all products meet quality specifications and uphold established quality standards across the production line.
• Lead quality reviews, track defects, and collaborate cross-functionally to resolve production issues.
• Promote a strong safety culture by ensuring compliance with Lockout/Tagout procedures, proper PPE usage, leading incident investigations, and implementing corrective actions.

Skills

Leadership

Analytics

Cross-functional teamwork

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

GE Appliances, a Haier company, in Louisville, KY seeks a Senior Process Improvement Engineer to lead operational excellence within our manufacturing value stream. You will drive safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets while coaching teams and implementing standardized work to stabilize processes.

You will collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering and HR to advance equipment, process improvements, and employee performance in a dynamic 24/7 manufacturing environment.