Site Lean Leader

Job Summary

The Bangor Site Lean Leader will provide both strategic and tactical support within the Bangor Manufacturing facility in developing and sustaining a Lean Roadmap aligned with business imperatives. The role involves working with Plant Leadership to advance a customer‑based process improvement strategy that drives safety, responsiveness, lead‑time reduction, and quality improvement in line with functional objectives.

• Coach site leadership to create the Lean vision and develop a Roadmap aligned with GE Vernova and Gas Value Stream target conditions.
• Collaborate closely with the Value Stream Lean leader and external coaches.
• Use GE Vernova lean training guides as both methodology and tool for improvement.
• Lead Lean implementation at the plant and drive cross‑functional results.
• Become the plant’s Lean expert through hands‑on experience in internal and external Kaizens plus self‑education.
• Lead and develop Lean facilitators; build and develop a "moonshine" team and shop.
• Support early integration of Lean principles in product design and process development for New Product Introductions.
• Apply methodical problem‑solving methods (PDCA, 5
  
  Why, RCA, etc.) and partner with leadership to drive OEE improvement through BiQ, Zero Defect Framework, Daily Management, Standard Work, Flow, and TPM.
• Organize and lead the monthly operating review to review and act on relevant SQDC KPIs.
• Develop value‑stream maps and eliminate process waste via Lean techniques.
• Facilitate Kaizen events focused on SQDC objectives, including pre‑work and scoping, training, materials preparation, coaching during events, and follow‑up rhythms (monthly sustainment audits).
• Train site staff on Lean concepts and mentor employees using Lean tools.
• Prepare Lean review presentations and present to executive business leaders on Lean business reviews.
• Adhere to EHS and Quality requirements and encourage a culture of stop‑work for abnormalities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university or college, or a high school diploma/GED with at least 4 years of experience in manufacturing.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands‑on experience in Lean deployment and driving changes in a production shop floor through strategic projects.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Ability to develop and motivate a high‑involvement team through commitment to meeting customer and organization demands.
• Knowledge of manufacturing management disciplines such as production and inventory control, quality management systems, and standard cost systems.
• Strong analytical skills and understanding of products, processes, customer requirements, and budgeting/financial processes.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Change agent with strong credibility and influence in the organization.
• Demonstrated commitment to process improvement and the GE Vernova Way.
• Formal Lean training or certification.

• Pay range: $ – $.
• Geographic differential of 110%, 120%, or 130% of salary in certain areas.
• Discretionary annual bonus eligibility.
• Relocation assistance provided:
  Yes.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Health Coach and 24/7 nurse‑based resource.
• Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.
• GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan with company matching contributions and access to Fidelity resources.
• Tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.

GE Vernova 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. GE Vernova 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).