What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operations Leader (1st Shift) position at GE?
Job Description Summary
The 1st Shift Operations Leader will serve as a key leader of an exciting manufacturing team in our Gas Power Schenectady facility. This is a core manufacturing leadership position responsible for the delivery of Power Generation equipment to a global customer base in a critical time for GE Vernova.The Operations Leader will lead and supervise a 1st shift team of hourly production workers as well as technicians in the successful execution of safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives. The successful candidate will have to demonstrate the ability to solve technical issues, balance multiple complex priorities and effectively motivate a diverse, high performing team.
Job Description
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for departmental operations planning, execution, oversight, and management of front-line manufacturing employees.
- Includes direct people management responsibility including staffing and performance development.
- Applies Lean Manufacturing principles to drive consistent output and process improvements.
- Presents to internal teams on critical metrics, project status and planning details.
- Creates an environment of respect and trust among the team and ensures open lines of communication for the identification and resolution of both technical and personnel issues.
- Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience and a mentor for 2nd shift Operations Leaders and production team. Conveys performance expectations and may handle sensitive issues.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (OR High School Diploma/GED with a minimum 4 years manufacturing experience).
- 3 years of manufacturing experience.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Must be legally authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship now or in the future.
- This position is 100% onsite in Schenectady, NY.
Desired Characteristics
- Engineering or Management Degree.
- Leadership or Influencing experience.
- Experience working in a Union environment.
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certified.
- Established project management skills.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve complex problems.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE 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 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
Salary : $73,500 - $93,000
