About the position
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? Are you passionate about driving continuous improvement and leading high-performing teams? We are seeking a dynamic Senior Process Improvement Engineer to spearhead operational excellence within our manufacturing value stream. In this role, you'll lead, coach, and develop a specific production area, ensuring safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives are met while cultivating a culture of continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
- Lead and optimize the performance of a designated production area within the value stream, driving improvements in safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
- Oversee the maintenance, improvement, and overall efficiency of all equipment for the production line and fabrication areas.
- Support the operations manager and oversee daily production start-up as needed to ensure the line is operational, staffed, and running smoothly.
- Monitor and analyze fabrication areas and production line data to address performance issues and ensure smooth communication across shifts.
- Implement and enforce lean manufacturing practices and standardized work, ensuring process stability.
- Coach equipment operators and Team Leaders to maintain adherence to established processes.
- Drive problem-solving and root cause analysis for factory inefficiencies within your production area.
- Lead kaizen events and implement countermeasures to enhance manufacturing line efficiency.
- Champion the Appliance Production System philosophy, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Provide active leadership and direction for your team, ensuring fair administration of policies, work rules, and procedures.
- Work closely with manufacturing engineers to plan and lead long-term projects for the equipment in your area.
- Ensure timely and accurate payroll, disciplinary records, and other administrative duties.
- Partner with HR on employee relations and disciplinary matters.
- Ensure products meet quality specifications and that all quality standards are upheld within the production line.
- Lead quality reviews, track defects, and collaborate cross-functionally to resolve any production line issues.
- Promote a strong safety culture by ensuring compliance with Lock out Tag Out procedures, PPE, leading accident investigations, and implementing corrective actions.
Requirements
- 5+ years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment, with a focus on manufacturing engineering, maintenance and project execution.
- Experience leading or working with metal fabrication or automated equipment operations.
- Six Sigma certification preferred, with strong knowledge of Lean, DMAIC, and other improvement methodologies.
- Track record of driving results through analytical methods, project scheduling, and teamwork.
- Experience in implementing Lean Manufacturing principles.
- Bachelor's degree or in pursuit of, (BS/BA) required, ideally in engineering.
- Leadership experience or technical proficiency in areas such as manufacturing, warehousing, distribution, materials management, quality, procurement, or fulfillment.
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization to drive operational success and maintain positive union relations.
- High energy, initiative, and motivation to contribute to a team-oriented environment and pursue personal and professional growth.
- Organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks efficiently.
- Demonstrated technical expertise and experience in a manufacturing or operations setting.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent problem-solving abilities and strong follow-through on initiatives.
- Capable of facilitating and leading team-driven projects.
- Willingness to support a 24/7 manufacturing environment, with occasional off-shift, on-call, and weekend work as needed.
Benefits
- Flexible work arrangements
- Diversity and inclusion initiatives
- Opportunities for personal and professional growth
