Continuous Improvement Engineer
Ge Vernova
Drive Lean initiatives, process improvements, and inventory strategy in a manufacturing plant.
23 days ago ago
$90,400 - $115,000
Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Schenectady, NY
Onsite
Company Size
76,800 Employees
Service Specialisms
Energy Services
Digital Solutions
Sustainability
Smart Grid Technologies
Consulting
Sector Specialisms
Power
Gas Power
Steam Power
Nuclear
Hydro Power
Wind
Onshore Wind
Offshore Wind
Role
What you would be doing
lean manufacturing
value stream
metrics implementation
process improvement
team leadership
supply chain
- Directly lead and manage various cross-functional teams of hourly and salaried individuals in support of Kaizen and Lean Action Work-out events.
- Execute the lean strategy for the organization focused on each value stream and subsequently drive implementation.
- Communicates and coordinates effectively with supply chain partners to achieve goals and results. Drives execution of Lean principles and all related initiatives such as Kaizen events and other “Best in Class” quality processes by leveraging appropriate team members and functional support personnel. Drive cross training efforts to best support safety, quality, productivity, cost, and schedule commitment.
- Implement tools and metrics to improve visibility to operational health and lean performance.
- Execute Lean Manufacturing initiatives including set-up reduction, workplace organization, standardized work, process/workflow improvements, and visual management, and inventory reduction.
- Participate in coordinating all actions focused on COE projects & initiatives.
- Analyze problems, account for variances, drive for root cause and implement improved methods and procedures, create, review and update improvement plans.
- Responsible for continuous improvement, being an innovator of positive change that impacts safety, profitability, inventory turns, on-time delivery, lead-time, and quality. Effectiveness is measured primarily through predetermined metrics.
- Create and improve Value Stream Maps to identify opportunities for production/process enhancement to achieve organizational goal.
What you bring
lean
six sigma
bachelor's
analytical
manufacturing
process improvement
- Ability to develop and motivate a high-involvement team through commitment to meeting customer and organization demands.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Lean Training.
- Knowledge of the disciplines of manufacturing management such as production and inventory control, quality management systems, and standard cost systems.
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
- Must be able to multi-task, manage projects, and work independently in fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of products, processes, customer requirements and budgeting / financial processes.
- Change agent with strong credibility and influence in the organization.
- Six Sigma Green / Black belt certification or equivalent quality certification
- Demonstrated commitment for process improvement.
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 4 years of experience in Manufacturing).
- Knowledge of manufacturing policies and regulations as well as government and other customers.
- Minimum of 3 additional years in a production manufacturing role responsible for driving process improvements.
- The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas.
- GE Vernova invests to provide opportunities to grow your career by providing a path for continued on-the-job learning and development.
- A healthy, balanced lifestyle can mean different things to different people. We've created programs that support the way you live and work today.
- Our compensation & benefits are designed to reward high performers and help you manage your personal and family needs. We offer a robust benefits package depending on your employment status and your national requirements.
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Company
Overview
April 2024
Founded
The company emerged from the spin-off of GE's energy units in April 2024.
>$10B Quarterly Revenue
Revenue Growth
Achieves over $10 billion in quarterly revenue, driven by demand for power infrastructure and digital solutions.
$3B
Wind Turbine Backlog
Maintains a significant backlog in wind turbine orders, reflecting strong market demand.
25%
Global Electricity Supply
Contributes to generating 25% of the world’s electricity through its installed turbines and grids.
- Traces roots back to Edison and Alstom, merging power, renewable, digital & financial wings.
- Headquartered in Cambridge, MA, crafts large-scale gas turbines, SMRs, wind turbines, hydro and grid tech to fuel economies.
- On the nuclear front, advancing small modular reactors (like BWRX‑300) in partnership with utilities and supporting semiconductor projects.
- Wind prowess spans onshore, offshore and blade making—with key sites like Dogger Bank offshore and blade plants in Spain.
- Electrification arm tackles grid stability: HVDC, transformers, storage, conversion, plus GridOS software powering smarter infrastructure.
- Weaves finance and consulting through energy-infrastructure investments, funding solar farms to pipelines via GE Energy Financial Services.
- Relentlessly focused on advancing the world’s transition to cleaner, more sustainable energy.
- Believes in working with customers, partners, and communities to create innovative energy solutions that make a meaningful difference.
- Prioritizes excellence, integrity, and accountability in everything they do.
- Committed to driving real change through technology and partnerships that will transform the global energy landscape.
2050 target
Net zero commitment
Committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050.
- Focused on reducing emissions through advanced energy technologies.
- Maximizing use of renewable energy sources and leveraging digital solutions for energy efficiency.
- Solutions aim to decarbonize industries and help customers meet their sustainability goals.
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