Lead Production Team Leader Full Time NEW

Perform the daily operations of plants to ensure reliability and consistency on the production line. Includes Service Shops. Impacts departmental operations and responsible for planning/execution. The role has some autonomy but is focused on execution of activities within an operating discipline covered by standard functional practices and procedures. Some judgment may be required but this is typically with guidance.

GE HealthCare is a leading global medical technology and digital solutions innovator. Our purpose is to create a world where healthcare has no limits. Unlock your ambition, turn ideas into world-changing realities, and join an organization where every voice makes a difference, and every difference builds a healthier world.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Oversight and management of front-line manufacturing employees. Typically managing hourly employee populations.
• 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 experience. Understands how work of own team contributes to the area.
• Resolves issues using established procedures. Consult’s supervisor or more senior team members for issues outside of defined instructions/parameters.
• Collaborates with CFT’s to solve issues pertaining to improve the efficiency of operation. Develops strong relationships and serves as the interface among Supply Chain Functions. Exchanges technical information asks questions and checks for understanding.
• Work with other functional managers /key stakeholders throughout manufacturing to generate continuous improvement ideas and spearheads the implementation of those ideas that lead to bottom line results.
• Track and report metrics in their functional area to include labor hour consumption, work order completion, inventory accuracy, throughput, capacity, and customer complaints. Establish team goals that meet or exceed established quality standards.
• Develop and manage operational budget for their functional area
• Implement business unit objectives and manufacturing department goals in each functional area
• Drive, Monitoring and improving productivity, while ensuring all customer commitments are met in a timely, quality and cost-conscious manner
• Developing and creating training plans to maximize workforce capability
• Leading Compliance, as well as Environmental, Health & Safety efforts in support of plant goals
• Promoting Kaizen culture and implementation of Continuous programs by collaborating with CFT’s
• Coach & Guide junior Engineers/PTLs.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from Electrical/Mechanical
• Minimum 7+ years of experience in shop floor operations, project management
• Demonstrated experience leading manufacturing teams and driving operational performance.
• Proven experience implementing Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience working effectively with cross-functional stakeholders across local and global teams.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills with the ability to drive solutions and influence outcomes.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing performance metrics, operational planning, and production execution.

Desired Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex operational issues and implement sustainable solutions.
• Experience leading Kaizen events and operational excellence initiatives.
• Strong project management and execution capabilities.
• Ability to influence stakeholders across multiple functions and organizational levels.
• Experience developing high-performing teams and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Knowledge of manufacturing compliance, quality systems, and EHS requirements.

Inclusion and Diversity

GE Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer where inclusion matters. 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.

We expect all employees to live and breathe our behaviors: to act with humility and build trust; lead with transparency; deliver with focus, and drive ownership – always with unyielding integrity.

Our total rewards are designed to unlock your ambition by giving you the boost and flexibility you need to turn your ideas into world-changing realities. Our salary and benefits are everything you’d expect from an organization with global strength and scale, and you’ll be surrounded by career opportunities in a culture that fosters care, collaboration and support.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes