Lead EMO FLIGHT DECK Specialist at GE Aerospace

Lockland, Ohio, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Lean Principles, Project Management, Quality Management, Coaching, Process Improvement, Training, Continuous Improvement, Value Stream Mapping, Visual Management, Problem Solving, Standard Work, Kaizen Events, Analytical Thinking, Communication, Collaboration, Relationship Building

Industry

Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

Description

Job Description Summary The FLIGHT DECK Specialist will be responsible for supporting lean transformation and continuous improvement across operations at our EMO manufacturing facility, ensuring alignment with GE Aerospace’s FLIGHT DECK operating model. This role requires experience in lean principles, project or program management, and quality management processes to deliver measurable results in safety, quality, delivery, and cost (SQDC). The FLIGHT DECK Specialist will partner closely with the Sr. FLIGHT DECK Leader and Operations teams to activate FLIGHT DECK and foster a culture of continuous improvement. Job Description Roles and Responsibilities FLIGHT DECK Implementation: Support the full adoption of FLIGHT DECK fundamentals, including Standard Work, Daily & Visual Management, Value Stream Management, Operating Cadences, and Hoshin Kanri, to optimize manufacturing processes. Leadership & Coaching: Advise and coach site leadership and teams on FLIGHT DECK principles, acting as a change agent to embed lean practices and drive cultural transformation. Process Improvement: Utilize lean tools and methodologies to solve complex problems, develop objectives, and achieve both short-term and long-term goals. Training & Development: Execute the training and development of extended manufacturing team to ensure alignment with FLIGHT DECK transformation efforts, including curriculum development, delivery, and audit readiness. Continuous Improvement: Drive change across the organization, leveraging tools such as the FLIGHT DECK Activation Hub to foster growth and adoption of lean practices. Minimum Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree accredited college or university (or a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of experience in lean deployment and execution ideally in a manufacturing environment). Minimum of 3 years of lean deployment and execution ideally in a manufacturing environment experience. Desired Experience and Characteristics: Proficient in MS Office suite and industry specific tools (Visio, Minitab, Excel) Managed mid to large size transformational projects (facility relocation, restructuring, new product/process development) Coached/influenced all levels of stakeholders (shop floor to plant leadership) towards meaningful change. Experience in Lean Manufacturing, Lean Transformation, Operational Excellence Experience with Value Stream Mapping, Daily Management, Kaizen Events, Standard Work, Problem Solving, Visual Management Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously. Experience working in manufacturing, specifically in a shop floor environment. Experience training others in principles of Lean methodology Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed, delivers on time Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker, detail oriented Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborator, influencer, relationship builder Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, 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 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 planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness. General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their 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. Additional Job Description Compensation Grade LPB1 This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)). Additional Information GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunities 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. Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

Responsibilities

The FLIGHT DECK Specialist will support lean transformation and continuous improvement across operations, ensuring alignment with GE Aerospace’s FLIGHT DECK operating model. This role involves implementing lean fundamentals and coaching site leadership to foster a culture of continuous improvement.