Operations leader

Job Description Summary• To support Business Leader in providing day to day leadership to Cell Leaders and hourly shopfloor employees within an area or business segment maximising the development of a team culture and driving employee engagement.• Responsible for EHS, Quality, Cost, Delivery and Productivity within the production area.• Responsible for driving internal and external customer satisfaction and positive customer relationships through on time delivery of quality product.• Responsible for delivering continuous improvement activity and projects to meet operational targets. • Responsible for building and maintaining high engagement of employees within the production area. • Responsible for leading improvement actions for SQDC within the production area. • Support Business Leader in growing and developing the production area. • To deputise for Business Leader as required.Job DescriptionEssential Responsibilities Provide area leadership and liaise with support areas (Lean, Quality, Planning, EHS, HR etc ) in the setting of KPIs and achievement of goals with respect to EHS, Quality, Cost, Delivery and Productivity Act as a people leader for cell leaders within the production area. Responsible for managing day to day capacity planning in the business area and liaising with the Planning team to monitor and make required changes to the area capacity plan
Pursue state of the art technology and processes to enhance product/process predictability and deliver quality requirementsChampion Lean Six Sigma processes within the area and drive on-going improvements and the Lean Vision which align with the value stream priorities. Support Action Workouts and utilise Lean Six Sigma tools to improve processes and productivityResponsible for monitoring production targets including TAT, productivity and labour hours and developing metrics to align with eachIn conjunction with the Business Leader select, hire, train, develop, and provide ongoing leadership and direction to assigned personnel (Cell Leaders and hourly employees) and drive employee engagement Leadership and support of Quality approval cycle in line with area of responsibility. Promote labour flexibility throughout the areaMaintain a culture of compliance and integrity and promote the GE Beliefs within the teamsInterface with other organisations and key stakeholders to ensure production requirements are metEnsure communication of key business / customer issues to employees and promote two way communicationSupport Business Leader in the strategic development and planning of manpower, equipment and other resources to meet business demandsDeputise for Business Leader and cover for Cell Leader role as requiredQualifications/Responsibilities Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college, or equivalent knowledge and experience in manufacturing operationsAt least 3 years of experience in a manufacturing leadership role including process improvement tools/productivity tools and Lean problem solving toolsTrack record of managing and coaching high performing teams, driving team engagement and individual developmentStrong interpersonal, coaching and leadership skills Ability to cope with pressure
Ability to challenge status quo Strong oral and written communication skillsDesired Characteristics Knowledge of the disciplines of manufacturing management such as production and inventory control, and standard cost systemsPrior experience with regulatory agencies and knowledge of requirementsStrong analytical skillsStrong problem solving and organisational skillsKnowledge of GE products, processes, customer requirements and budgeting/financial processesAbility to self-motivate and take the initiative to solve problemsSix Sigma training is preferred (GE employees only)Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlinesStrong attention to detail and accuracyAbility to bring assignments to a successful completionAbility to anticipate customer needs and ensure that they are metFlexible WorkingGE Aviation supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work-life balance.Total Reward At GE Aviation we understand the importance of Total Reward.
Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.
As a new joiner to GE we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs; Performance related bonusNon-contributory Pension Life AssuranceGroup income protection Private medical cover Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible option to buy or sellSecurity ClearanceBaseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS Right to Work Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. Additional InformationRelocation Assistance Provided: No
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