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GE Aerospace. Site: Brisbane FLIGHT DECK (Lean) Leader will partner with Site Leadership to lead the team(s) through site wide lean transformation. The approach includes leading model efforts for business Hoshin Kanri (strategy deployment), facilitating problem solving activities, Value Stream Analysis, and Kaizen Events. Coach and develop team members for Daily Management, 5S, Standardized Work, and other FLIGHT DECK fundamentals. Activities focus on improving True North Metrics for Safety, Quality, Customer Delivery, and Cost.
Responsibilities
Champion change across the organization to foster the growth in Lean culture. Utilize experience or expertise to solve problems, develop and execute objectives for self and others, and effect short and some long-term goals. Act as a change agent in the implementation of demand flow utilizing lean manufacturing tools and methodologies. Support the Avionics FLIGHT DECK team to implement strategies, programs, and practices to achieve lean business system adoption at the facility. Drive the full implementation of the FLIGHT DECK management system including strategy, value stream activities, daily management, 5S and standard work. Facilitate, train, and coach team members in the use of Lean tools. Assess and address gaps through course development and delivery. Facilitate problem solving events aligned with the achievement of the site level metrics. Partner with operating leaders and teams to uncover and assess continuous improvement opportunities for GE and its suppliers. Partner with the operating leaders and teams to help define the FLIGHT DECK roadmap for the site and drive measurable improvements within the business. Partner with the Avionics FLIGHT DECK team to bring current ideas, motivation, and positive support to all levels of the team.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications : Minimum Diploma level or equivalent experience working in global, matrix environments with experience of lean manufacturing and/or transactional experience. Preferred Qualifications : Desired experience in manufacturing, quality improvement, and people leadership and in lean or operations leadership; Lean methodology and Six Sigma tools. Demonstrated ability to partner with engineering teams to implement Lean methodologies, Continuous Improvement tools, and practices including daily management, visual controls, standard work, and policy deployment. Ability to drive improvement strategies while coaching teams through problem solving techniques. Lean Six Sigma training or equivalent quality training. Knowledge of and experience in applying lean in a variety of transactional or shop floor situations. Experience facilitating Kaizen events, including preparation, coaching stakeholders, framing problem statements, facilitating sessions, identifying opportunities, driving decisions, assigning ownership, and managing follow-up. Ability to analyze problems, identify root causes and provide efficient solutions. Experience working in a matrix organization and facilitating across all levels of the organization. Strong interpersonal, leadership, and written communication skills. Project management experience. Personal attributes: Humble, Transparent, Focused, Leadership ability, and Problem solving mindset. Additional qualities: collaborative, analytical thinker and ability to drive rapid improvements.
Company & Site
Company Overview: Working at GE Aerospace means bringing unique perspective, innovative spirit, drive, and curiosity to a collaborative and diverse team working to advance aerospace for future generations. If you have ideas, we will listen. Join us and see your ideas take flight! Site Overview: GE Aerospace in Australia, with sites in Brisbane, Newcastle, Richmond, Bundamba, and Matraville. Since 2005, we’ve driven innovation and supported avionics, propeller, and power systems across a diverse range of aircraft platforms. At our Brisbane facility, you’ll work with highly skilled technicians on cutting-edge technology for civilian and military aircraft. We are committed to developing early career talent through student-focused programs and fostering a culture of respect and community support.
Role Details
Role Overview: In this role, you will focus on process improvement to ensure products are developed with the appropriate safety, quality, delivery, cost (SQDC) hierarchy. The FLIGHT DECK (Lean) Leader will: Partner with operating leaders and teams to uncover and assess continuous improvement opportunities for GE and its suppliers. Drive the FLIGHT DECK roadmap for the site and lead measurable improvements within the business. Help define the FLIGHT DECK roadmap and drive improvements; support problem solving and change management initiatives.
Location & Relocation
Location: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. Relocation Assistance Provided: No
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