As a TPM Engineer, you will play a critical role in optimizing equipment reliability and efficiency through Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and Lean Principles. You’ll collaborate with plant leaders, coach teams, and lead shop-floor improvements while analyzing data to identify cost-saving opportunities. This position offers the perfect blend of hands-on shop floor activities, advanced data analytics, and strategic problem-solving. Position Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) Engineer Location USA, Louisville, KY How You'll Create Possibilities Develop TPM Capabilities (70%) - Partner with plant leadership to assess team capabilities and improve TPM Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). - Mentor teams on implementing TPM methodologies to enhance equipment and process reliability. - Deliver training on TPM tools like Visual Management, 5S, and Autonomous Maintenance. - Create actionable reports to track equipment performance and highlight improvement opportunities. Lead Shop-Floor Improvement Initiatives (10%) - Conduct "learn-by-doing" sessions (Jishuken) to address critical equipment performance issues. - Drive the adoption of standardized work processes and innovative problem-solving practices. - Share best practices and lessons learned to foster continuous improvement. Leverage Data Analytics & AI for Innovation (15%) - Utilize advanced tools like EAM and Brilliant Factory data to uncover insights and improve equipment performance. - Analyze downtime trends to develop and implement effective mitigation strategies. Additional Contributions: - Assist in developing TPM checklists and preventative maintenance documentation. - Provide input on process standards to enhance operational excellence. What You'll Bring to Our Team Minimum Qualifications: - Bachelor’s degree OR pursuing a degree in engineering, business or scientific-related field. - 3+ years’ experience in a manufacturing environment with demonstrated technical acumen across supply chain functions such as manufacturing, warehousing, distribution, materials, quality, procurement, and fulfillment and/or be a GE Appliances Supply Chain Development Program, GearUP or Production Connection graduate. Preferred Qualifications: - Shop floor leadership experience within a manufacturing environment. - Leadership experience within Appliance manufacturing and familiarity with Manufacturing Equipment. - Experience in process improvement, change management and/or process re-design within a manufacturing environment, industrial maintenance or manufacturing engineering. Working Conditions: - Split time between office and manufacturing environments. - Hands-on involvement in plant activities, including lifting materials (up to 25 lbs) and using safety equipment. - Travel up to 15% domestically to visit plants and suppliers.