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
Qualifications for Success
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.
GE Appliances participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S
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