Toolroom Manager

GE Vernova; Parsippany-Troy Hills (NJ); On-site; USD 98,000 - 164,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Prescription drug coverage

Health Coach from GE Vernova

24/7 nurse-based resource

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) with company matching

Tuition assistance

Adoption assistance

Disability benefits

Life insurance

12 paid holidays

Permissive time off

Job summary

GE Vernova in Parsippany, NJ is seeking a Tool Room Leader to transform the team into a scalable, service-oriented organization that supports growth and operational excellence.

You will lead daily tool room operations, establish standard work, 5S, and lean practices, manage preventive maintenance, and develop cross-trained staff across shifts to improve reliability and responsiveness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher with technical/manufacturing experience required.
• Significant experience leading manufacturing teams and driving accountability.
• Knowledge of machining, fixture maintenance, tooling practices, and shop floor operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily Tool Room operations to support safety, quality, delivery, and productivity objectives.
• Drive accountability and operational discipline across all shifts.
• Implement daily management systems to prioritize work and reduce backlog.
• Establish and sustain standard work, 5S, and visual management.

Skills

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

5S and visual mgmt

Preventive maintenance

Tooling/fixture maintenance

MS Office

Planning software

Team coaching

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

HS Diploma/GED with extensive experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Planning software

Job description

Job Description Summary

Are you passionate about leading transformation through disciplined execution, accountability, and operational excellence?

Job Description Summary

Are you passionate about leading transformation through disciplined execution, accountability, and operational excellence?

Are you energized by the opportunity to build a high-performing Tool Room organization that can scale with growth, establish standards, and drive both cultural and physical change?

We operate with a founder's mindset. We deliver innovation with passion, speed, and courage. We continuously challenge our thinking and are empowered to dream big and take smart risks.

What impact you'll make

As a member of the GE Vernvova Team, you will lead the execution and transformation of the Tool Room into a highly accountable, service-oriented organization capable of supporting the growth of the Parsippany facility.

You will be responsible for building the operational discipline, standard work, workplace structure, and team culture required to move from a small-shop model to a scalable, multi-shift operation.

In this role, you will drive preventive maintenance plan execution, establish standards for routine work, create effective approaches for non-standard work, and lead the physical and cultural modernization of the Tool Room.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead daily Tool Room operations to support manufacturing safety, quality, delivery, and productivity objectives
• Drive accountability, performance management, and operational discipline across all shifts
• Implement daily management systems to prioritize work, manage backlog, and improve responsiveness
• Establish and sustain standard work, 5S, visual management, and lean manufacturing practices
• Manage preventive maintenance programs to improve fixture reliability and reduce reactive maintenance
• Develop structured processes for routine and non-routine tooling, repair, and fabrication activities
• Partner with Manufacturing and Engineering teams to resolve recurring issues and improve operational performance
• Support Tool Room modernization through process improvements, equipment upgrades, and advanced manufacturing technologies
• Lead, coach, and develop Tool Room personnel, including cross-training and change management initiatives
• Monitor key performance indicators, including maintenance completion, turnaround time, schedule adherence, and customer support effectiveness

Required Qualifications

• Ability to work 1st shift (8am-5pm)
• Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of relevant technical/manufacturing experience OR a HS Diploma/GED with 10+ years of experience in tool room operations, machining, or maintenance
• Leadership & Execution: Minimum of 3 years of experience leading teams in a manufacturing environment, with a proven track record of driving execution, accountability, and operational discipline
• Technical Knowledge: Comprehensive knowledge of machining, fixture maintenance, tooling practices, and general manufacturing support operations.
• Operational Systems: Experience managing preventive maintenance systems, standard work implementation, and shop floor organization
• Change & Process Improvement: Demonstrated ability to lead change in team behaviors and shop practices using lean principles, 5S, visual management and daily management systems
• Digital Proficiency: Competency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint) and professional planning or tracking software

Eligibility Requirements

• Must be able to work on-site in Parsippany, NJ
• This role requires use of technical data subject to U.S. Government export restrictions and this posting is only for U.S. Persons (U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents and protected individuals (e.g., certain refugees and asylees)). GE will require proof of status prior to employment
• Ability to lift/push/pull at least 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation

Desired Characteristics

• Proven success leading cultural and operational transformation initiatives
• Ability to build disciplined, standardized, and accountable work environments
• Strong commitment to process discipline, standard work, and continuous improvement
• Customer-focused approach with a strong sense of urgency and collaboration
• Experience modernizing shop operations, equipment, and manufacturing support capabilities
• Demonstrated leadership in developing high-performing teams through coaching and accountability
• Skilled in applying Lean tools, problem-solving methodologies, and data-driven decision-making to improve performance

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova 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.

GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $98,000.00 and $164,000.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set.

Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on August 10, 2026.

• Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services.
• Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants.
• Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, "GE Vernova") sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.