Manufacturing Quality Leader

Job Description Summary

The Manufacturing Quality Leader is responsible for driving a strategic shift from people-dependent quality systems to process- and equipment-driven excellence. This role operates at approximately 65% strategic and 35% tactical focus, leading the design and implementation of scalable, technology-enabled quality systems that embed quality directly into manufacturing processes. The leader will champion advanced tooling, AI, and digital solutions to reduce variability, improve reliability, and enable data-driven decision-making across operations.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership (65%)

• Develop and execute a multi-year quality transformation roadmap focused on process standardization, error-proofing, and automation.
  
  
• Transition quality systems from inspection-based and operator-dependent to engineered, process-controlled environments.
  
  
• Lead integration of advanced technologies including AI/ML, machine vision, predictive analytics, and digital quality management systems (QMS).
  
  
• Partner with operations, engineering, and supply chain to embed quality into product and process design (DFM, PFMEA, control plans).
  
  
• Establish enterprise-wide quality metrics aligned to business objectives (OEE, FPY, COPQ, defect escape rates).
  
  
• Drive a culture of proactive quality through standardized work, layered process audits, and digital accountability systems.
  
  
• Evaluate and implement smart equipment, inline inspection systems, and automated feedback loops to reduce human variability.
  
  
• Serve as a key advisor to executive leadership on quality strategy, risk mitigation, and operational excellence initiatives.
  
  

Tactical Execution (35%)

• Oversee daily quality operations including nonconformance management, root cause analysis (RCA), and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
  
  
• Lead cross-functional teams in structured problem-solving using Lean Six Sigma and advanced analytics.
  
  
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, customer, and internal quality standards.
  
  
• Implement and sustain digital dashboards and real-time performance monitoring systems.
  
  
• Mentor and develop quality and operations teams in process discipline, statistical methods, and digital tool adoption.
  
  
• Support new product introduction (NPI) with robust validation protocols and process capability assessments.
  
  

Key Focus Areas

• Process over people: Reduce reliance on operator judgment through engineered controls and automation.
  
  
• Digital enablement: Leverage AI, IoT, and advanced analytics to predict, detect, and prevent defects.
  
  
• Embedded quality: Shift from end-of-line inspection to in-process quality assurance.
  
  
• Scalability: Build repeatable, standardized systems that support growth and multi-site deployment.
  
  
• Continuous improvement: Drive measurable gains in efficiency, cost reduction, and customer satisfaction.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field
  
  
• 5 years in manufacturing quality
  
  
• Deep knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, SPC, PFMEA, and control plan methodologies.
  
  
• Strong executive communication skills with ability to influence across all organizational levels.
  
  

Success Metrics

• Reduction in Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ)
  
  
• Increase in First Pass Yield (FPY) and process capability (CpkCpk)
  
  
• Reduction in defect escape rates and customer complaints
  
  
• Adoption rate of digital quality tools and systems
  
  
• Measurable shift from reactive to predictive quality management
  
  

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova 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 Vernova 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: Yes

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $122,600.00 and $204,400.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.

Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on June 25, 2026.

Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova 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 GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.