Industrial Engineering Specialist Position Available In Ashe, North Carolina

Job Description Summary Process and quality improvement roles Impacts departmental operations and responsible for planning/execution. The role has some autonomy but is focused on execution of activities within an operating discipline covered by standard functional practices and procedures. Some judgment may be required but this is typically with guidance. Job Description Roles and Responsibilities Lead lean transformations within manufacturing cells to improve process quality and create capacity by reducing cycle time, inventory, and waste Establish site lean standards for visual management, 5S, daily management, etc. and provide lean training to employees Be a champion of Kaizen that impacts product flow, production to TAKT and inventory turns Teach, promote, and practice the lean principles and tools Lead Value Stream Mapping and Kaizen events to identify process wastes and to develop and implement corrective actions Create Standardized Work Instructions, layouts, and process flow diagrams Facilitate functional managers in establishing process flow by implementing visual management tools and methods to pull product through the work cells Apply Lean Six Sigma tools to improve process capability and eliminate defects Coach teams using the A3 thinking through the define, analyze, root cause, and countermeasure phases Facilitate, train, and coach team members in the use of Lean, and Problem-solving tools Educate, coach, and mentor others on Lean philosophy and application Communicate and coordinate effectively with supply chain partners to achieve goals and results Required Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree accredited college or university (or a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of experience in Industrial Engineering experience) + Minimum of 3 years of Industrial Engineering experience Desired Characteristics Experience working in manufacturing, specifically in a shop floor environment Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma / equivalent Quality, and Operational Excellence Experience with TPM & Kaizen Methods Experience with Lean Transformation, Lean Implementation and Change Management Experience with Lean Tools – 5s, Kanban, Setup reduction, Poka-yoke, and Value Stream Mapping Experience with Cycle-Time Improvement Experience with Loss and Waste Elimination Experience working in or implementing Toyota Production System, GE Aviation Production System, or comparable Continuous Improvement methodology Experience training others in principles of Lean methodology Ability to motivate teams and lead change at all levels of the organization Ability to work and communicate effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization Passion / obsession for driving improvement Six Sigma Green / Black belt certification or equivalent quality certification

Humble:

respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn

Transparent:

shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively

Focused:

quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborator Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker #

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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).

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Yes At GE Aerospace, we invent the future of flight, lift people up, and bring them home safely. We are a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. At GE Aerospace, respect for people is core to our culture and commitment to FLIGHT DECK, our proprietary lean operating model. We attract, develop, and retain industry-leading talent from all backgrounds and cultivate communities where people are respected and empowered to reach their fullest potential. For the people of GE Aerospace, their work isn’t just a job. It’s their passion and purpose. We work and win as one team, accountable to each other and our customers, and we are always finding a better way to climb higher together. We were meant to fly.