Manufacturing Quality Leader

Job Description Summary

The Manufacturing Quality Leader is responsible for driving a strategic shift from people-dependent quality systems to process- and equipment-driven excellence. This role operates at approximately 65% strategic and 35% tactical focus, leading the design and implementation of scalable, technology-enabled quality systems that embed quality directly into manufacturing processes. The leader will champion advanced tooling, AI, and digital solutions to reduce variability, improve reliability, and enable data-driven decision-making across operations.

Strategic Leadership (65%)

• Develop and execute a multi-year quality transformation roadmap focused on process standardization, error-proofing, and automation.
• Transition quality systems from inspection-based and operator-dependent to engineered, process-controlled environments.
• Lead integration of advanced technologies including AI/ML, machine vision, predictive analytics, and digital quality management systems (QMS).
• Partner with operations, engineering, and supply chain to embed quality into product and process design (DFM, PFMEA, control plans).
• Establish enterprise-wide quality metrics aligned to business objectives (OEE, FPY, COPQ, defect escape rates).
• Drive a culture of proactive quality through standardized work, layered process audits, and digital accountability systems.
• Evaluate and implement smart equipment, inline inspection systems, and automated feedback loops to reduce human variability.
• Serve as a key advisor to executive leadership on quality strategy, risk mitigation, and operational excellence initiatives.

Tactical Execution (35%)

• Oversee daily quality operations including nonconformance management, root cause analysis (RCA), and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
• Lead cross-functional teams in structured problem-solving using Lean Six Sigma and advanced analytics.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, customer, and internal quality standards.
• Implement and sustain digital dashboards and real-time performance monitoring systems.
• Mentor and develop quality and operations teams in process discipline, statistical methods, and digital tool adoption.
• Support new product introduction (NPI) with robust validation protocols and process capability assessments.

• Process over people:
  Reduce reliance on operator judgment through engineered controls and automation.
• Digital enablement:
  Leverage AI, IoT, and advanced analytics to predict, detect, and prevent defects.
• Embedded quality:
  Shift from end-of-line inspection to in-process quality assurance.
• Scalability:
  Build repeatable, standardized systems that support growth and multi-site deployment.
• Continuous improvement:
  Drive measurable gains in efficiency, cost reduction, and customer satisfaction.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field
• 5+ years in manufacturing quality
• Deep knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, SPC, PFMEA, and control plan methodologies.
• Strong executive communication skills with ability to influence across all organizational levels.

• Reduction in Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ)
• Increase in First Pass Yield (FPY) and process capability (Cpk)
• Reduction in defect escape rates and customer complaints
• Adoption rate of digital quality tools and systems
• Measurable shift from reactive to predictive quality management

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.

Relocation Assistance Provided:
Yes

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $ and $. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

Available benefits include medical, dental, vision,…