Production Team Lead

Role & responsibilities

• Oversight and management of front-line manufacturing employees. Typically managing hourly employee populations.
• Executes production according to the appropriate instructions
• Developing conceptual knowledge of professional discipline. May include support roles with specialized expertise or technical knowledge in broad area
• Applies general knowledge of business developed through education or past experience. Understands how work of own team contributes to the area.
• Resolves issues using established procedures. Consults supervisor or more senior team members for issues outside of defined instructions/parameters.
• Collaborates with others to solve issues. For customer facing roles, develops strong customer relationships and serves as the interface between customer and GE HealthCare. Exchanges technical information, asks questions and checks for understanding.

Preferred candidate profile

• Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering or Production Engineering
• 4 - 7 years of experience in managing shop floor operations, ensuring efficient workflow and productivity.
• Skilled in handling union-related matters, fostering positive labor relations and resolving conflicts.
• Proficient in lean manufacturing methodologies, including Value Stream Mapping (VSM) and KANBAN, to optimize processes and reduce waste.
• Extensive experience with Six Sigma principles and practices, driving continuous improvement and quality enhancement.
• Strong problem-solving abilities, adept at identifying issues, analyzing root causes, and implementing effective solutions.