The Brisbane shop has been on an exciting lean transformation journey over the last few years! The Lean site leader will play an integral role in executing the sites’ lean transformation strategy to achieving our SQDC goals. This role will partner with the organization leadership team at all levels of the facility to teach & build knowledge of FLIGHT DECK tools and behaviors that will directly impact product flow and process improvements to deliver lead time reductions and maximize cash flow, and act as a coach for the site to continue to improve our lean culture.Job Description
Company Overview:
Working at GE Aerospace means you are bringing your unique perspective, innovative spirit, drive, and curiosity to a collaborative and diverse team working to advance aerospace for future generations. If you have ideas, we will listen. Join us and see your ideas take flight!
Site Overview:
GE Aerospace in Australia, has sites in Brisbane, Newcastle, Richmond, Bundamba, and Matraville. Since 2005, we’ve driven innovation and supported avionics, propeller, and power systems across a diverse range of aircraft platforms for our customers. At our Brisbane facility, youll work with highly skilled technicians on cutting-edge technology for civilian and military aircraft. We are committed to developing early career talent through student-focused programs and fostering a culture of respect and community support. Be part of a team that values giving back and making a difference in the aerospace industry.
Role Overview:
In this role, you will Coach, drive and lead lean behaviors, principles, and tools across the Brisbane Aftermarket site. Drive cultural transformation resulting in step-change improvements in operational business metrics. In addition, the FLIGHT DECK (Lean) Leader will:
Essential Responsibilities:
- Lead and execute the site lean transformation within the shop & in other locations as needed.
- Coach and collaborate with all levels of the organization and functions at the site including technicians, operators, support staff, and the leadership team to help progress our lean culture and drive continuous improvement
- Be a champion of Kaizen and facilitate Kaizen events to drive improvements using 6S, Visual management, Kanban/pull, standard work, Daily Management, Problem Solving and flow
- Teach, promote, and practice the lean principals and tools and build Kaizen capability at the site & in other locations as needed
- Participate in the site daily management process including daily management meetings and gemba walks to demonstrate & teach the team how it is done properly and to coach the team to teach them the tools needed.
- Coach teams using problem solving process to drive improvements
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree from an accredited university or college
Desired Characteristics:
- Experience with Lean Transformation & Tools
- Experience in high mix, low volume job shop
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to influence without direct authority
- Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
- Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn
- Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively
- Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed
- Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative
- Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker
At GE Aerospace, we have a relentless dedication to the future of safe and more sustainable flight and believe in our talented people to make it happen. Here, you will have the opportunity to work on really cool things with really smart and collaborative people. Together, we will mobilize a new era of growth in aerospace and defense. Where others stop, we accelerate.
Additional Information
Compensation Grade
LPB1
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
