Site FLIGHT DECK Leader - Clearwater

Site Flight Deck Leader

The Systems Business at GE Aerospace is getting LEAN. Come and be a part of our journey to create a culture of continuous improvement. This dedicated team will drive lean transformation across the business through teaching and implementing lean philosophy, tools and techniques.

Role Overview :

The Site FLIGHT DECK Leader will partner with the Clearwater Site leadership to lead the team(s) thru site wide lean transformation. Additionally, this leader will manage, coach and guide a small team of FLIGHT DECK operators. The approach will include (but not limited too) leading model plant efforts for business Hoshin Kanri (strategy deployment), daily management, facilitating problem solving activities, Value Stream Analysis, and Shingijutsu / GE Kaizen Events. Coach & develop team members as required for the FLIGHT DECK fundamentals, as needed. Activities will be focused on improving our business and site's defined True North Metrics for Safety, Quality, Customer Delivery, and Cost.

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead the deployment and sustainment of the FLIGHT DECK lean operating model across various departments and teams.
• Lead a small team of FLIGHT DECK practitioners supporting the Clearwater site.
• Conduct value stream mapping, identify waste, and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
• Facilitate kaizen events, workshops, and training sessions to educate and engage employees in lean principles and practices.
• Develop and implement standard work procedures to ensure consistency and quality in operations.
• Utilize lean tools such as 5S, Kanban, and root cause analysis to drive problem-solving and process optimization.
• Collaborate with leadership to align lean initiatives with business goals and objectives.
• Mentor and coach team members to build lean capabilities and sustain a culture of continuous improvement.
• Ensure all lean activities prioritize safety and comply with regulatory and company standards.

Required Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

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.