Director, Lean - Innovation at GE Healthcare

Waukesha, Wisconsin, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Healthcare, Technology, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

Experience working in manufacturing environments and product development
Expertise in lean methodology
Experience in Six Sigma or similar quality assurance programs (preferred)
Strong interpersonal skills
Excellent written/verbal communication skills
Track record of achieving results
Diverse perspectives and different ways of thinking

Responsibilities

Deploy Heartbeat Business System: Establish operating rhythm, leader standard work (LSW), and KPI bowler management for operating reviews and daily management for innovation
Integrate development milestones (Idea → Commercialization) with Heartbeat cadences to ensure release readiness—standard inputs/outputs, criteria, and artifacts per gate (including Platform SW supplements where applicable)
Lead Lean Software & AI Development within Heartbeat: synchronize Agile ceremonies with reviews; define flow KPIs (e.g., deployment frequency, change failure rate, lead time, MTTR) and quality KPIs (defect escape, reliability); implement secure development lifecycle and data/AI governance expectations in alignment with QMS
Run wave-based deployments/Kaizens to accelerate adoption with governance, self-assessments, and 30/60/Year-end activation plans
Build capability and stickiness: Coach leaders/teams on Heartbeat, Lean software practices, problem-solving, and visual management; curate playbooks and templates for sustained use
Coach leaders in early stage product development on lean principles and continuous improvement techniques
Drive culture change by establishing best practices for decision making, problem solving, communication, collaboration, and more
Drive strategic initiatives forward through agile execution, effective stakeholder management, and timely escalation
Support development and launch of new products/solutions and lead lean transformation across the organization
Assist leadership in identifying operational improvements using Lean and other process improvement methods such as Kaizen events
Work closely with operational teams to develop and implement Lean roadmaps to reduce cost, inventory, cycle time, increase productivity and throughput, and eliminate non-value added activities
Create a culture of continuous improvement where every employee feels empowered to identify problems and propose solutions
Drive Lean implementation in new product introduction projects, product transfers, and major capital investments including Speed Design Review (SDR) and Production Preparation Process (3P)
Facilitate Lean training sessions for leadership team and all levels of the organization
Establish best practices for decision making, problem solving, communication, collaboration, and other cultural elements

Skills

Lean

Six Sigma

Agile

DevOps

Lean Software Development

Continuous Improvement

Stakeholder Management

Product Development

Manufacturing

Operating Reviews

Daily Management

GE Healthcare

Healthcare technology and data analytics provider

About GE Healthcare

GE Healthcare provides a range of healthcare technologies and services aimed at improving patient care. Its main products include imaging systems, mobile diagnostic devices, patient monitoring solutions, and advanced software for data analysis. These products help medical professionals make informed decisions and enhance the efficiency of healthcare delivery. Unlike many competitors, GE Healthcare invests significantly in research and development, allocating $1 billion each year to innovate and enhance its offerings. The company’s goal is to support healthcare providers in delivering better patient outcomes, as evidenced by its technology supporting over 300,000 patients daily and managing 2 billion patient scans each year.

Chicago, IllinoisHeadquarters

1892Year Founded

N/ACompany Stage

Data & Analytics, HealthcareIndustries

10,001+Employees