**Job Description Summary** The Composites & CMC FLIGHT DECK Lean Manager is a critical role responsible to support Operational Excellence team based in Huntsville. The candidate will be part of the Lean Implementation team for the site and would be further developing and supporting the roll-out of Operational Excellence journey. Candidates must be able to work independently and be self-directed. **Job Description** This will include, but is not limited to: + Drive visual management initiatives for the Huntsville site + Act as coordinator for Lean initiatives (Process Optimization) on-site + Individually lead Operational Excellence events such as, Kaizen events, process mapping, Kanban implementation, etc. + Perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA) on issues impacting manufacturing or other business processes + Drive process stability through implementation of standard work + Individually seek out cost savings initiatives through reductions in the 8 forms of waste + Ability to perform daily Lean activities such as, but not limited to, Gemba Walks, Visual Management, audit areas with and update site leadership + Lead and manage 5S events, Kaizens, Value Stream Mapping’s on a short notice to help relevant departments with problem solving and facilitation + Provide support during Lean/Quality/Health and Safety/Environmental audits + Provide support to implement lean or six sigma methodology to opportunities that may impact safety, the customer, quality or cost + Provide engineering support for projects + Manage technical aspects of the processes in the area of responsibility in order to enhance EHS performance, quality, throughput, and yield + Regularly presenting to Site Leadership and other groups the benefits and challenges of an effectively run Operational Excellence program at the site level **Minimum Required Qualifications** + Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university or another related technical discipline AND a minimum of 3 years’ experience in Lean, Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, or a related field in a manufacturing environment. + OR a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 7 years of experience in Lean, Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, or a related field in a manufacturing environment. **Preferred Qualifications and Experience:** + Chemical industry experience preferred + Supplier Audit Certification preferred + Working knowledge with Operational Excellence improvement processes in one or more of the following areas: Plant Optimization, Maintenance, Quality, EHS, Lean Operation + Broad knowledge of operations, process and mechanical equipment, and automation concepts + Strong team collaboration skills and ability to react and lead in changing environment + Excellent written and oral communication skills and high PC aptitude (MS Office applications, SAP a plus) + Ability to manage internal / external relationships, perform problem solving and lead events + Ability to manage multiple projects across the site + Strong customer relationship management experience + Six Sigma Certification preferred + Black Belt preferred + MS Project preferred GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness. ​ GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its affiliates each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual. _This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, for applicants who are not U.S. lawful permanent residents, U.S. Citizens, or have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., not a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), otherwise known as a U.S. Person), employment will be contingent on the ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government._ **Additional Information** GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace 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 Aerospace 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:** No GE Aerospace 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.