Lead Manufacturing Engineer - Manuf Eng Specialist

Job Description Summary

The Lead Manufacturing Engineer develops and improves manufacturing processes for various work areas in EMO. The manufacturing engineer must provide a safe, high quality and cost efficient process for operations. The manufacturing engineer must work with other disciplines to provide tooling, fixtures, equipment and procedures to perform the work specified. Specific focus will be on precision machining, assembly, and other special processes.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

Determine safe manufacturing processes that produce a quality product in the most efficient method possible

Assist Production Supervisors and production employees in resolving manufacturing process problems through a drive to root cause and permanent corrective action

Evaluate manufacturing processes by designing and conducting research trials; applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, machining, tooling, and materials; conferring with equipment vendors; soliciting observations from operators.

Work cross functionally with quality and design engineers to ensure that new processes achieve established metrics

Translate technical processes and methods to train and empower production employees in the manufacturing techniques required for greatest yield, effectiveness & equipment capability

Support and meet production schedules, driving productivity, and quality initiatives all within budget boundaries

Utilize lean principles to improve manufacturing efficiency by optimizing and planning work flow, space requirements, equipment organization and equipment layout.

Investigate and apply new technology

Promote and build a positive working relationship with hourly team members

Qualifications / Requirements :

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or institution (OR a High school diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years experience in manufacturing, engineering, quality, materials, technology)

A minimum of 3 years in manufacturing, engineering, quality, materials, technology

Desired Characteristics

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, collaborative

Problem solver : analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker

Bachelor's degree in engineering or technology

Knowledgeable in GD&T, print reading

Knowledge of precision machining - including metal cutting principles, workholding, tool holding, and chip mechanics

Knowledgeable in CAD / CAM systems such as NX

Background or understanding of NC Programming

Familiarity with GE Systems such as ARAS, CAS, CSF, Interax, SSS, eFI

Effective problem identification and solution skills

Ability to analyze problems, identify root causes and provide efficient solutions using structured methodologies such as Root Cause Analysis (RCA), five-why, Kepner Tregoe (KT), etc.

Self-motivated to get the solution with reasonable amount of time and financial support

Communicate effectively with operators, peers, and management, in both written and oral manners

Ability to handle diverse activities simultaneously

Six Sigma or equivalent Quality training

Strong influencing skills

Strong organizational skills

Ability to work in a matrix organization

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, 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 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 : No

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.