Industrial Engineering Specialist

Job Description Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Industrial Engineer with expertise in Lean principles to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in driving operational excellence by identifying and eliminating waste, streamlining processes, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. This position requires a deep understanding of Lean methodologies, value stream management, and the ability to implement sustainable solutions that align with organizational goals.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Lead lean transformations within manufacturing cells to improve process quality and create capacity by reducing cycle time, inventory, and waste
• Establish and sustain site standards for Lean and IE tools: visual management, 5S, daily management, 3P, facility layout, capacity analysis
• Be a champion of Kaizen that positively impacts product flow, production to TAKT and inventory turns
• Participate in the sites daily management process including daily management meetings and genba walks
• Facilitate, train, and coach others in the use of Lean and structured problem-solving tools
• Facilitate Kaizen events in alignment with the Site Kaizen roadmap
• Maintain shop floor layout in AutoCAD to facilitate efficient equipment rearrangements
• Maintain capacity models to support manufacturing readiness
• Coach and collaborate with all levels of the organization and functions at the site including operators, support staff, and the leadership team to help progress our lean culture and drive continuous improvement
• Educate, coach, and mentor others on Lean philosophy and application

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree accredited college or university (or a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of experience in Industrial Engineering / Lean experience)
• Minimum of 3 years of manufacturing experience

Desired Characteristics

• Experience with Lean Transformation & Tools: 5S, Kanban, Setup Reduction, Poka-Yoke, and Value Stream Mapping, Standard Work, SMED, Heijunka
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to influence without direct authority
• Passion for driving continuous improvement
• Experience with facilitation of Kaizen events, workshops, sprints, etc.
• Intermediate proficiency in AutoCAD
• Experience with capacity analysis
• Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn
• Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively
• Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed
• Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative
• Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker

GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its affiliates each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor 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 Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, for applicants who are not asylees, refugees, lawful permanent residents or U.S. Citizens (i.e., not a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), otherwise known as a U.S. Person), final offers will be contingent on the ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

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