FLIGHT DECK Facilitator

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Working at our Grand Rapids Facility

The Grand Rapids site is on an exciting Lean transformation journey! For more than 15 years, our manufacturing facilities in Grand Rapids have helped fuel the growth and success of GE Aerospace. We’re producing high quality electronics and avionics parts and equipment to exacting standards. This includes Avionics Computing Systems, Mission Systems, Navigation and Guidance Systems, and Vehicle Health & Data Management products. We’re the career home for union and non-union employees who seek purpose and challenge in their careers – people just like you.

Role Overview

The FLIGHT DECK Facilitator plays an integral role in executing the sites FLIGHT DECK (Lean) transformation strategy. This role is responsible for driving continuous improvement in the shop, training others, and applying Lean tools such as 5S, visual management, waste identification, and basic problem solving.

Roles And Responsibilities

• Promote a Lean culture and drive continuous improvement using FLIGHT DECK
• Conduct training, promote, and practice basic Lean principles and tools
• Support teams in the application of basic Lean tools, such as 5S and visual management, across the shop
• Drive sustainment of improvements in coordination with team Coaches and support staff
• Apply basic problem-solving skills in support of cell Daily Management processes
• Facilitate cross-functional teams through Kaizen events
• Facilitate training in FLIGHT DECK fundamentals and other applicable Lean tools
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university (or a High School diploma / GED with at least 2 years of experience in process improvement)
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite)
• Experience applying basic Lean concepts (e.g., 5S, visual management, etc.)
• Collaborative, with strong written and oral communication
• Ability to influence without direct authority
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn
• Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively
• Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed
  
  

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