Veteran Development Program

At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make “good things, for life.”As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we’re powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that there’s always a better way.

We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together.

The GE Appliances philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities: we come together, we always look for a better way, and we create possibilities.

Interested in joining us on our journey?

This opportunity is for applicants interested in a hands-on Supply Chain Manufacturing career path when transitioning out of the military from a Commissioned Officer position. Relocation assistance will be provided.

The Veteran Development Program is a unique opportunity for experienced Navy, Marine, Army or Air Force, Coast Guard, and Space Force commissioned officers to work a 2-year rotational program in Louisville, KY, Decatur, AL, or LaFayette, GA. Qualified candidates are selected to start their careers in a 2 year, cross-functional, rotational training program, which includes both on-the-job and formal classroom training.

The program is focused on providing a broad range of useful experience while cultivating the skills you will need to enjoy a successful career.

As a participant in this program, you may perform your rotations in several functional business areas, primarily in manufacturing, operations and supply chain. Through these exceptional rotational opportunities, this program provides you with broad business experience and exposure to the various core systems that make up GE Appliances.

Veteran Development Program

USA, Louisville, KY

You’ll interact with senior-level technical and business heads, and you’ll receive valuable mentoring and coaching that foster personal development. Rotational assignments provide valuable contacts and experience that accelerate the development of your technical, business and professional skills for your first role in manufacturing or operations.

• Successfully complete a 2-year rotational assignment in different areas of the supply chain organization including: manufacturing operations leadership roles, sourcing/purchasing, manufacturing quality, supplier quality, manufacturing engineering, materials and material flow, and Lean.
• Set goals & targets for your rotation with your assignment lead.
• Lead teams across multiple levels of the business through influencing.
• Use initiative to find and develop process improvements.
• Assist your team with the development and execution of project ideas.
• Develop and demonstrate a systematic approach to problem-solving.
• Demonstrate the ability to work autonomously.
• Set regular feedback sessions with your assignment lead.
• Participate in and complete classroom-based leadership and functional training as well as online training curriculum.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Achieved a military grade of E6 or higher OR is a Commissioned Officer
• Maximum of 2 years of separation from active duty; exceptions may apply for candidates with full-time enrollment in higher education or relevant experience in manufacturing or supply chain within the 2-year period
• Exceptional military career as demonstrated through successful completion of leadership and key developmental assignments
• Ability to solve problems, delegate, and achieve difficult goals
• Ability to adapt quickly and eager to learn and master new roles
• Demonstrated passion for supply chain and/or manufacturing
• Methodical approach to problem-solving
• Exceptional…