Sr Manufacturing Manager 3 - Material Plan & Execution

GE Vernova • Greenville, NC

14d • Onsite

About The Position

Coordinate and expedite the flow of materials (from suppliers and also within departments) according to production schedules. Plan and schedule material/production needs. Impacts approaches, projects and programs in the functional area or affected business organization and ways of working. Impacts quality, efficiency and effectiveness of own team. Has significant input into priorities. Guided by professional practices and policies that are shaped by the role. The role has moderate autonomy, requiring high levels of operational judgment. Job Description Role Overview: The Coated Buckets Production Control Leader is responsible for driving operational excellence and strategic leadership in production control within the Greenville materials team. This role requires a focus on optimizing production processes, aligning with business goals, and enhancing supply chain efficiency through innovative methodologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution (or high school diploma/GED with at least 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment) and a minimum of 3 additional years in materials, planning, scheduling, or inventory management.
• Strong business and analytical skills, with a working knowledge of spreadsheets, including MS Excel.
• Proven oral and written communication skills, strong interpersonal and leadership abilities.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes and materials management disciplines, including production and inventory control.
• Ability to manage changing/conflicting priorities and resolve issues effectively.
• Capable of operating effectively within any organizational structure.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship now or in the future.
• This position is 100% onsite at our GE Vernova Greenville, SC site
• This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. GE will require proof of status prior to employment

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated ability to lead root cause analysis and drive problem-solving initiatives.
• Experience with lean manufacturing principles and capacity planning for lean lines.
• Strong commitment to fostering a performance-driven culture.

Responsibilities

• Oversee master planning activities, manage material processes and systems, and ensure operational alignment with production plans and KPIs.
• Develop and implement rate-setting strategies based on Heijunka sequencing to ensure balanced production flow and resource utilization.
• Develop and utilize capacity planning tools to drive collaborative action plans, supply projections, and future schedule requirements.
• Lead capacity planning initiatives for lean production lines, ensuring efficient use of resources and meeting customer demands effectively.
• Lead cross-functional teams to execute the master production schedule, meeting customer needs and business objectives while maximizing supply chain velocity.
• Manage scheduling processes to ensure on-time delivery and develop recovery plans and prioritizations to fulfill customer requirements.
• Spearhead root cause analysis and problem-solving efforts for any delivery misses on lean lines, implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Foster a culture of rigor around planning and scheduling processes to achieve 100% budget attainment.
• Work closely with operations, finance, and other leaders to provide periodic fulfillment estimates and align materials management strategies with business objectives.
• Mentor and empower team members to achieve goals related to schedule adherence and operational excellence.

Benefits

• The base pay range for this position is $104,600.00 - 174,400.00 USD Annual.
• This position is also eligible for a 15% performance bonus/variable incentive compensation/equity.
• Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services.
• Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants.
• Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level