Lean Training & Development Leader

Job description

3150189
Additional Cities

Baden
Career Level

Experienced
Relocation Assistance

Yes
Business

GE Power
Business Segment

Power Supply Chain Management
Function

Manufacturing
Country/Territory

Poland, Switzerland, United States
Additional States/Provinces

New York, South Carolina
Postal Code

5400
Role Summary/Purpose

The Lean Training & Development Leader leads and develops comprehensive hands on lean training activities across GE Power globally. This role works closely with the Global Lean Operations Leader and contributes to the overall strategy to reduce inventory and lead times at our factories and suppliers.

Essential Responsibilities

As the Lean Training & Development Leader, you will:

·  Develop and deliver an effective global lean training program (classroom and virtual programs) at different levels of skills focused on transformational / hands on shop floor and functional groups impact
·  Support consistent application of Lean tools and principles to help teams drive continuous improvements
·  Work with lean operations leaders to develop strategic deployment planning, establish transformational vision, deploy and improve current lean depository training, and develop curriculum to spread lean principles and concepts across the business
·  Partner with sourcing and materials on developing supplier Lean skills

·  Serve as a change agent by influencing, communicating and institutionalizing a culture of simplification and standardization
·  Coach / train plants and other central functions (i.e., sourcing, materials, engineering) in the use of Lean tools and the simplification methodology to drive significant business impact
·  Establish appropriate operating rhythms with key stake holders to provide regular training, coaching and plan training action workouts
·  Seek, share and institutionalize best practices
·  Develop the Lean Academy in Power
Qualifications/Requirements

·  Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university
·  Minimum of 5 years of experience in development / implementation of learning programs, including needs assessment, instructional design, content development and program
·  Minimum of 3 years of Lean experience ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

·  Ability and willingness to travel extensively to international sites

Desired Characteristics

·  Six Sigma Green / Black belt certification or equivalent Quality certification
·  Change agent with strong credibility and influence within the organization
·  Demonstrated commitment to process improvement
·  Effective problem identification and solution skills
·  Strong oral and written communication skills
·  Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
·  Strong project management skills

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About Us

GE is the world’s Digital Industrial Company, transforming industry with software-defined machines and solutions that are connected, responsive and predictive. Through our people, leadership development, services, technology and scale, GE delivers better outcomes for global customers by speaking the language of industry.

GE Power is a world leader in power generation with deep domain expertise that helps customers deliver electricity from a wide spectrum of fuel sources. We are transforming the electricity industry with the digital power plant, the world’s largest & most efficient gas turbine, full balance of plant solutions and our data-leveraging software. Our innovative technologies and digital offerings help make power and water more affordable, reliable, accessible and sustainable.

GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is anEqual 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.
Primary Country

Switzerland
Primary State/Province

Aargau
Primary City

Baden