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GE Aerospace Executive - Plant Management (Vandalia, Ohio) in Vandalia, Ohio
Job Description Summary
Job Description
The Executive Site Leader is responsible for providing strategic leadership and operational oversight for the GE Aerospace Facility in Vandalia, Ohio, part of the Electrical Power Business in GE Aerospace, Defense and Systems. This role demands exceptional leadership, technical expertise in manufacturing, and a relentless focus on Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost.
Responsibilities:
Strategic Planning:
Develop and implement strategic plans aligned with company goals, ensuring production capacity and capability to support long-term aerospace programs.
Deeply understand the specific aerospace market segments, customer requirements, and industry trends to identify opportunities and manage business risks.
Operational Excellence:
Establish and uphold a culture of safety in a complex manufacturing environment.
Oversee production, quality, supply chain, and maintenance operations in accordance with aerospace industry standards (e.g., AS9100, ISO 9001).
Ensure on-time delivery, strict quality control, and compliance with complex aerospace certifications and regulations.
Implement lean manufacturing, process improvement, and advanced technologies to maximize efficiency and minimize waste.
Define short- and long-term vision and execute strategies to meet both customer requirements and business needs: Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Inventory, and People.
Ensure the site operates in accordance with its externally accredited quality management system, exceeding customer expectations on product quality.
Drive rigorous Daily/Weekly/Monthly Management System and Problem Solving ensuring we meet key KPI's across Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, Inventory, and People.
Financial Accountability:
Accountable for the facility's Supply Chain budget, optimizing profitability and operational efficiency within industry contracts and cost structures.
Analyze and manage complex costs, including material, labor, overhead, and risks associated with long-lead-time components.
Team Leadership:
Attract, develop, and retain a highly skilled workforce, providing mentorship, coaching, and promoting a culture of excellence within demanding specifications.
Lead and empower direct reports, fostering a high-performance team driven by accountability.
Be a key contributor/approver of the business Tollgate process for NPI and flow products.
Partner with the sourcing team to create the optimizing make/buy footprint and inventory management.
Build/grow relationships with critical customers partnering with the Program Management team on internal/external reviews.
Own Plant and Equipment(P&E) strategy, execution, and adherence to spend.
Maintain a positive working relationship with the local Union leadership.
Be an active member of the campus leadership team, steering the site, and supporting other functional leaders in achieving excellence.
Customer Focus:
Build strong relationships with customers, responding to unique needs and ensuring consistent satisfaction.
Oversee on-time delivery and unparalleled quality that exceeds customer specifications.
Partner with the Program/Engineering teams early in the NPI process to define manufacturability, test strategies to ensure a successful product launch on-time and on-cost.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, General, etc.), Operations Management, or related field.
12+ years of experience in manufacturing, with progressive leadership roles demonstrating operational excellence and results.
Demonstrated success in managing complex aerospace programs, production schedules, and budgets.
Extensive knowledge of aerospace quality standards (AS9100, etc.) and industry-specific regulations (FAA, etc.).
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic decision-making skills.
Outstanding leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to build relationships with employees, customers, and stakeholders.
This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.
Additional Information
GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf) . 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 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