Job Description SummaryThe Wind Manufacturing Executive Lean Leader reports to the Vice President Wind Manufacturing and drives continuous improvement across a global manufacturing organization. In this role, you will work closely with Wind Manufacturing leaders to develop and drive Lean roadmaps, lead continuous improvement efforts, and deliver large-scale SQDC outcomes across 18 plants.
Job DescriptionEssential Responsibilities
- Partner with manufacturing leaders to translate strategic vision into objections and goals with an effective operating rhythm
- Lead Senior Leaders through the Hoshin Kanri process to establish breakthroughs
- Design and implement a Lean Management System integral to how we run our business for the long-term. This system will include: Lean principles, Hoshin-Kanri, daily management metrics, and complex problem-solving
- Build organizational capability and culture through coaching/mentoring on Lean mindset, tools, and practices
- Lead business transformation priorities supporting continuous improvement and optimization of end-to-end processes
- Drive the development, execution, and sustainment of standard work
- Partner with manufacturing leaders to optimize monthly operating rhythms, ensure daily management, and proactive identification of risk to KPI’s & business outcomes
- Lead problem solving with Lean tools & practices (i.e. fishbone diagrams, problem solving revies, etc.) to resolve complex challenges
- Drive actions to ensure that improvements are sustained and lessons learned are integrated into processes
Qualifications/Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in continuous improvement, project management, operations, and/or related experience
- Minimum of 5 years relevant experience leading global teams
- Demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvement and successful change management
- Ability and willingness to travel 50%+
Desired Characteristics
- Strong manufacturing operations experience
- Strong business acumen with demonstrated ability to understand business strategy and develop Lean strategies to deliver business outcomes
- Proven experience with leading Lean activities, applying Lean tools, and building Lean culture
- Strategic thinker – demonstrated ability to anticipate constraints, facilitate breakthroughs, and drive strategic activities that transform the business
- Demonstrated ability to assess complex business problems, assess tradeoffs, and take the right decisions
- Demonstrated ability to lead programs/projects through planning, execution, and sustainment
- Strong cross-functional leadership with demonstrated ability to influence outcomes
- Strong communication skills – proven ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization and across functions
- Proven mentoring and coaching abilities; demonstrated ability to motivate and inspire others
- Prior relevant experience in the Wind industry
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
For candidates applying to a U.S. based position only:
Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.
This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on July 30, 2026.
Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity Executive Services. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off, and the Restoration Plan, a nonqualified plan with company credits on eligible pay above IRS limits.
