What are the responsibilities and job description for the FLIGHT DECK Specialist position at IF1139 GE Aviation Systems LLC?
Job Description Summary Process and quality improvement roles Impacts departmental operations and responsible for planning/execution. The role has some autonomy but is focused on execution of activities within an operating discipline covered by standard functional practices and procedures. Some judgment may be required but this is typically with guidance. Job Description Roles and Responsibilities FLIGHT DECK Implementation: Support the full adoption of FLIGHT DECK fundamentals, including Standard Work, Daily & Visual Management, Value Stream Management, Operating Cadences, and Hoshin Kanri, to optimize manufacturing processes. Process Improvement: Utilize lean tools and methodologies to solve complex problems, develop objectives, and achieve both short-term and long-term goals. Training & Development: Execute the training and development of extended manufacturing team to ensure alignment with FLIGHT DECK transformation efforts, including curriculum development, delivery, and audit readiness. Continuous Improvement: Drive change across the organization, leveraging tools such as the FLIGHT DECK Activation Hub to foster growth and adoption of lean practices. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree accredited college or university (or a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 7 years of experience in lean deployment and execution ideally in a manufacturing environment). Minimum of 3 years of lean deployment and execution ideally in a manufacturing environment experience. This position requires U.S. citizenship status. Desired Experience and Characteristics: Proficient in MS Office suite and industry specific tools (Visio, Minitab, Excel) Managed mid to large size transformational projects Coached/influenced all levels of stakeholders (shop floor to plant leadership) towards meaningful change. Experience in Lean Manufacturing, Lean Transformation, Operational Excellence Experience with Value Stream Mapping, Daily Management, Kaizen Events, Standard Work, Problem Solving, Visual Management Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously. Experience working in manufacturing, specifically in a shop floor environment. Experience training others in principles of Lean methodology Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed, delivers on time Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker, detail oriented Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborator, influencer, relationship builder 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: Yes At GE Aerospace, we invent the future of flight, lift people up, and bring them home safely. We are a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. At GE Aerospace, respect for people is core to our culture and commitment to FLIGHT DECK, our proprietary lean operating model. We attract, develop, and retain industry-leading talent from all backgrounds and cultivate communities where people are respected and empowered to reach their fullest potential. For the people of GE Aerospace, their work isn't just a job. It's their passion and purpose. We work and win as one team, accountable to each other and our customers, and we are always finding a better way to climb higher together. We were meant to fly.
