GE Appliances

Principal Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

GE Appliances$110K — $130K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or similar technical field, or relevant hands-on experience.
  • 7+ years of experience with manufacturing equipment and processes, preferably in GE Appliances Laundry plants.
  • Proven ability to manage capital equipment projects, including supplier engagement and project execution.
  • In-depth knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles.
  • Strong communication skills for engaging with a diverse range of teams.
  • Demonstrated history of delivering projects on time and within budget.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and manage procurement projects for capital equipment while ensuring adherence to specifications.
  • Own and track metrics for project budgets, schedules, and quality, making adjustments based on business impact.
  • Lead the implementation of Lean principles and the Production Preparation Process (3P) in equipment and process development.
  • Ensure compliance with environmental and safety standards across all equipment in GEA factories.
  • Apply Human Organizational Performance (HOP) principles to safeguard operator health and safety across processes.
  • Collaborate with functional leaders to align equipment and processes with business strategies like Bill of Process and Total Productive Maintenance.

Benefits

  • Full-time position with employment stability and opportunities for career growth.
  • Collaboration with cross-functional teams to leverage diverse expertise.
  • Emphasis on Lean principles leading to a culture of efficiency and continuous improvement.
Full Job Description
The Principal Advanced Manufacturing Engineer (AME) will be a Full-time member of the Laundry Team. This AME will be responsible for managing and executing capital equipment and manufacturing process projects and plant improvements. Position Principal Advanced Manufacturing Engineer Location USA, Louisville, KY How You'll Create Possibilities Technical Responsibilities: - Coordinate and manage capital equipment procurement projects: Including specification development utilizing GE Appliances & industry standards, supplier selection, early supplier engagement, technical reviews, factory layout development, installation and qualification of equipment. Ensure all tooling and equipment is reliable and robust and designed to maximize Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE). - Own the program metrics as applicable to your assigned projects: capital equipment & tooling budgets, program schedule, reliability, quality and labor targets. Work with the program team to perform trade-off analysis on competing metrics if necessary and drive decisions based on overall business impact. - Facilitate/lead the use of the Production Preparation Process (3P) and Lean manufacturing principles while developing manufacturing equipment and processes. Utilize cross-functional participation to ensure that the equipment and processes are compatible with the entire value stream. Efforts should include right-sized equipment, workstation design, material presentation, standard work and single piece flow. Standards and Compliance: - Ensure all equipment executed in GEA factories comply with Industry and Governmental Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) standards. - Utilize Human Organizational Performance (HOP) principles to ensure that all equipment / tooling / processes are implemented with the health and safety of the operators in mind. - Work with functional leaders to ensure equipment & processes support business initiatives of Bill of Process (BoP), Lean Manufacturing, Ergonomic Design and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) What You'll Bring to Our Team - Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or related discipline OR equivalent hands-on experience in technical/manufacturing disciplines - 7+ years of hands-on experience in manufacturing equipment and processes; Experience within GE Appliances Laundry plant(s) strongly preferred. - Proven success in managing capital equipment projects, including supplier selection, installation, and qualification. - Expertise in Lean manufacturing principles. - Strong communication and leadership skills to engage with diverse teams, from shop floor operators to senior management. - A track record of meeting deadlines and budgets for construction and equipment projects.

About GE Appliances

GE Appliances is a home appliance manufacturer that produces a range of products including refrigerators, dishwashers, ovens, and laundry machines. The company was founded in 1907 and is headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky. GE Appliances is a subsidiary of Haier Group, a Chinese multinational consumer electronics and home appliances company. The company has a strong focus on innovation and sustainability, and has received numerous awards for its products and practices. GE Appliances has manufacturing facilities in the US and has a presence in over 100 countries.
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12,000 employees
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Founded
2004

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