Master Scheduler/1st Shift Production Control Leader Job in Louisville 40225, Kentucky US
Business Segment
GE Appliances Lighting
About Us
At GE Appliances, we are imagination at work. From our $1 billion investment in new products now underway to the development of smart grid technologies that will help consumers manage their electricity use and costs, the GE Appliances teams are dedicated to turning imaginative ideas into leading products and services that solve some of the world’s toughest challenges. GE Appliances vision is to be recognized as the leading brand for performance and efficiency, and for a team committed to delivering an outstanding ownership experience. Join us and be part of that journey. You’ll find yourself in a welcoming, supportive environment working with a talented team focused on serving the consumer and the environment. Our high-performing, developmental culture will provide you with abundant opportunities to learn, grow and advance within the organization. If you’re a motivated problem solver, driven to explore the frontier of innovation, then join GE in creating the next generation of products that will improve the lives of consumers for generations to come.
Role Summary/Purpose
Work with fulfillment group to deliver a level loaded production schedule for operations team. Internal Title: Master Scheduler/Production Control (wire rack, escutcheon)
Essential Responsibilities
* Live, promote and teach the GE Production System philosophy and drive continuous improvement in the technical process areas. Coach and develop team leaders to ensure standard work and escalation processes are followed * Drive production mix that yields 98% fill rates and 7 day cycle time results. * Deploy lean methodologies to minimize product cycle. * Work closely with plant business leaders to ensure achievable fulfillment planning. * Work with material control leaders to overcome material shortage issues. * Report production data to operations team to drive improvements. * Manage schedule changes to minimize production losses.
Qualifications/Requirements
* BS Engineering or equivalent.* Minimum 5 years materials/operations/manufacturing experience* Strong systems capabilities.* Excellent leadership, interpersonal and communication skills.* Customer focus, high energy and aggressive approach to issues.* Ability to handle multiple priorities and tasks.
Desired Characteristics
Desired Characteristics * Six Sigma certification with experience in DMAIC, workout and other change mechanisms.* Union experience highly desired.* OMLP Graduate.* Previous experience leading production/mfg team.* Supplier management experience.*Experience with materials specific softwareKEYWORDS: Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Inventory, Vendor, Logistic, Fulfillment, process improvement, materials, operations, supplier management, lean