Senior Manager, Manufacturing Operations (Value Stream Leader)

Senior Manager, Manufacturing Operations

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?

The primary role of the Sr. Manager, Manufacturing Operations, in collaboration with cross functional plant staff (engineering, maintenance, safety, HR), is to ensure high performance and continuous improvement in the areas of safety, quality, delivery, cost and people for the assigned departments. The manager will also develop, manage and coach hourly team members in the achievement of operational metrics with a safety mindset.

Manufacturing Operations

Oversees manufacturing operations for an entire value stream within a plant. Responsible for operational performance and improvement of key metrics including safety, quality, delivery, cost and culture. Align area metrics with overall plant goals; organize resources to deliver on these metrics. Steer activities of cross-functional manufacturing team, to include responsibility for hourly team members within the assigned business unit. Direct reports include Area Leader and Team Leader. Utilize production line boards to collect information on value stream performance, issue identification and problem resolution. Ensure information is passed on to the following shift and management. Follow the escalation process to address and respond to abnormalities and recommend corrective action as required. Oversee the deployment of standardized work within the value stream operation. Ensure process stability through following standardized work. Coach and develop Area Leaders and Team Leaders. Ensure 5S standards are met for the entire value stream.

Continuous Improvement

Live, promote and teach the Appliance Production System philosophy and drive continuous improvement within the value stream operation. Drive and promote work teams that react proactively to factory inefficiencies. Drive problem-solving and root cause identification of problems for the entire value stream. Continuously identify and work to reduce waste in the area for both short term and long-term improvement initiatives. Serve as a second-level responder within the escalation process for problems / issues within the value stream operation.

Leadership

Provide effective day-to-day leadership for a highly energized, integrated, cross-functional manufacturing team. Create goals for each member of the team. Ensure one-on-one career coaching, performance feedback, employee training and talent development. Participate in the annual performance review process. Partner with HR in investigations and disciplinary actions. Complete accurate and thorough disciplinary records with supporting documentation. Develop and mentor future leaders for the business. Partner with site Human Resources team to ensure fair and consistent administration of all policies, work rules and processes.

Quality

Ensure the products produced within the entire value stream operation are defect-free and produced according to specifications. Ensure Manufacturing Control Plan (MCP) and all quality processes / standards are followed within entire value stream. Ensure team managers, area leads and process improvement engineers include quality standards in standardized work to meet design intent and build in quality. Partner with plant quality staff and engineering to drive improvements in key quality metrics, including First Pass Yield, Overall Yield and Service Call Rate (SCR) metrics.

Safety

Responsible for the overall safety performance and metrics for the value stream operation. Promote a steady safety-minded culture in the value stream. Maintain an effective safety program, ensuring the observation of safety precautions and safe work methods by all personnel, including behavior-based safety observations, safety meetings, safety audits and 5S housekeeping standards. Review and sign off on all accident investigations. Ensure they are completed in a timely manner and identify root cause and corrective action to drive required changes.

What You'll Bring to Our Team

Minimum Qualifications : Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering or related technical field with 7 years leadership experience in a high-volume manufacturing operation, or equivalent experience and / or education. Must demonstrate solid computer skills with emphasis on Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint as well as have good knowledge of ERP systems and other business systems. Ability to autonomously resolve complex manufacturing problems.

Preferred Qualifications : Black Belt or similar certification, DMAIC, Lean Manufacturing, workout and other process improvement / change mechanisms. Demonstrated accomplishments showing results-motivated methodology, analytical methods, schedule achievement, teamwork. Knowledge of Appliances manufacturing processes.

Working Conditions : Working conditions are normal for both an office and manufacturing environment. Work may involve lifting of materials and product up to 25 pounds. Working in the manufacturing environment requires the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to : safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, work shoes / boots. Work may require occasional weekend and / or evening work.

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. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance or an accommodation to use our website or to apply, please send an e-mail to ask.recruiting@geappliances.com.