Sr. Manager, Manufacturing Operations

GE Appliances, a Haier company • Decatur, AL • 8h ago

At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make "good things, for life." As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we're powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that there's always a better way. We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together.

The GE Appliances philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities: we come together , we always look for a better way , and we create possibilities .

Interested in joining us on our journey?

Are you ready to lead with purpose, drive performance, and make a meaningful impact in manufacturing? Join us as the Senior Manager, Manufacturing Operations, where you'll oversee a dynamic value stream operation, guiding a dedicated team to achieve excellence in safety, quality, delivery, cost, and culture.

Position

Sr. Manager, Manufacturing Operations

Location

USA, Decatur, AL

How You'll Create Possibilities

What You'll Do:

Operational Leadership

Lead a value stream operation within a manufacturing plant, aligning metrics with plant goals.

Drive operational performance in safety, quality, delivery, cost, and team culture.

Manage resources, oversee cross-functional teams, and foster collaboration to meet objectives.

Guide and mentor Area Leaders and Team Leaders for optimal performance.

Ensure the deployment and adherence to standardized work and 5S principles.

Continuous Improvement

Champion continuous improvement through the Appliance Production System philosophy.

Identify inefficiencies and lead problem-solving initiatives to eliminate waste.

Proactively resolve challenges, utilizing root cause analysis to implement sustainable solutions.

Quality Excellence

Uphold and enhance quality standards throughout the value stream.

Collaborate with Quality and Engineering teams to drive improvements in key metrics like First Pass Yield and Service Call Rate (SCR).

Embed quality principles into standardized work to meet design specifications.

Safety Focus

Cultivate a safety-first culture, ensuring adherence to safety programs and practices.

Lead safety initiatives, conduct audits, and oversee timely accident investigations to drive corrective actions.

Inspiring Leadership

Provide mentorship and career coaching to team members, fostering talent development.

Partner with HR on policies, investigations, and disciplinary actions to maintain a fair and equitable workplace.

Empower future leaders by creating growth opportunities within the team.

What You'll Bring to Our Team

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or a related technical field with 5+ years of leadership experience in high-volume manufacturing OR equivalent education/experience.

Communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ERP systems.

Proven ability to solve complex manufacturing challenges independently.

Preferred Qualifications:

7+ years of supervisory experience in manufacturing operations.

Black Belt or equivalent certification in Lean or Six Sigma methodologies.

Demonstrated success in driving measurable results through analytical problem-solving.

Familiarity with appliance manufacturing processes.

Our Culture

Our work is centered on our People and Culture as reflected in our Zero Distance philosophy and we recognize the importance of reaffirming our commitment to inclusion and diversity (I&D). This underscores our commitment to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, connected, and empowered to contribute, while positioning our organization to adapt seamlessly to the evolving needs of our workforce and communities.

This reflects our dedication to creating solutions that: Empower colleagues by fostering an environment where all voices are heard, valued, and encouraged to contribute. Strengthen communities where we live and work. Reinforce a culture of belonging, purpose, and engagement. Reflect the diversity of the communities we serve through our workforce, products, and practices.

By further embedding Zero Distance into our People and Culture framework, we will continue to build a deeply connected organization. We are cultivating a culture of engagement, belonging, and connection, because while attracting new talent remains a priority, retention is a cornerstone of our strategy.

GE Appliances is a trust-based organization. It is important we offer our employees the flexibility they need to do their best work while balancing the needs of the business and individuals. When you join GE Appliances, you will have the opportunity to work with your leader to create a flexible work arrangement that balances the needs of the individual, team, and organization.

GE Appliances 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 Appliances participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S

If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance or an accommodation to use our website or to apply, please send an e-mail to ask.recruiting@geappliances.com

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