Lead Manufacturing Specialist

**Job Description Summary** GE Aerospace is a leader in the industrialization of ceramic matrix composites (CMCs) for the manufacture of military and commercial jet engines. CMC's are a technological breakthrough in advanced materials that enables a revolutionary change in the engine's fuel efficiency, performance and emissions through lower density and fuel burn at increased temperature. GEA's commitment to the development of CMC technology began in 2001 and has reached realization in 2016 with first deliveries of the LEAP engine for commercial narrow body airliners. Orders for LEAP, which features a CMC shroud component, have now reached 40,000 in number, reflecting the success of this product. GEA's commitment to the implementation of CMC technology continues with the GE9X engine, the first commercial engine to incorporate multiple CMC components. The first flight powered by GE9X engines was completed in January of 2020. These examples are just the beginning for the opportunities that CMC's create to transform the aviation industry and GEA is positioned to play a lead role in that revolution. The Lead Manufacturing Specialist will utilize Flight Deck Principles to drive operational discipline for the GE Aerospace Huntsville site where SiC Fiber based Prepreg is produced. In this role, the employee is expected to develop & drive standard work that can be used to provide operational excellence relative to safety, quality, delivery, and cost. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in operations management, a keen eye for detail, and a passion for fostering a culture of excellence. **Job Description** **Roles and Responsibilities** + Analyze current operational processes and identify areas for improvement + Develop & drive standard work to ensure operational discipline in all areas of PSM Compliance & Conduct of Operations, including Product Traceability + Develop and implement standard work processes to ensure consistency, quality, and traceability + Drive operational discipline by ensuring adherence to established processes and standards + Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive process improvements and achieve operational goals within the Tape Plant. + Foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence throughout the organization. + Ensure all improvement initiatives align with the company's Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC) priorities, with safety being the most critical. + Lead change initiatives, ensuring smooth adoption of new & existing standard work within teams + Provide technical solutions for chemical process issues. This can include MOC's, & small project development. + Serve as subject matter expert for PHA's, MOC's, & Root Cause Analysis. + Facilitate Problem Solving Reports & Root Cause Analysis for safety or production related issues. **Required Qualifications** + Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from accredited college or university (or a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of chemical manufacturing experience) + 3 years of experience in optimizing chemical manufacturing operations **Desired Characteristics** + Experience with driving standard work across a broad team. + Proven track record of leading successful continuous improvement projects. + Able to apply fundamental knowledge appropriately to solve process problems. + Data driven- relies heavily on data to drive decisions. + Strong written and oral communication skills. Able to explain complex issues to a wide array of audiences. + Ability to prioritize "the many" problems/ opportunities down to the "vital few" and generate action plans to address. + Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn. + Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively. + Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed. + Leadership abilities: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative with cross-functional teams. + Chemical aptitude and good understanding of hazards as it relates industrial chemicals. + At least 3 years of experience in PSM covered chemical manufacturing. + Good understanding of failure analysis/ problem solving tools (5-Why, RCA, DMAIC, FMEA). GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness. ​ GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its affiliates each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor 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 Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual. _This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, for applicants who are not asylees, refugees, lawful permanent residents or U.S. Citizens (i.e., not a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), otherwise known as a U.S. Person), final offers will be contingent on the ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government._ **Additional Information** GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace 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 Aerospace 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 GE Aerospace 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.