Lean Manufacturing Leader at GE Healthcare

Madison, Wisconsin, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

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

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Healthcare, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree + 4 years of experience, Associate’s Degree + 6 years of experience, or High School Diploma + 8 years of experience in an Industrial or manufacturing environment
Proven project and program management skills, including experience leading Kaizen and Lean projects
Proficient in Lean principles such as 3P concepts, Problem Solving (using PSP), DMS, VSM and similar
Staff leadership and management experience
Proven mentoring and coaching skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with employees at all levels of the organization. Strong oral and written communication skills in English
Advanced computer skills, primarily with MS Office software programs, i.e., Excel and PowerPoint
Must be onsite in Madison 100%

Responsibilities

Lead the execution of business vision and strategy; identify and resolve critical business process gaps and opportunities
Collaborate with functional leaders to develop strategic deployment planning as well as specific goals and priorities that drive Lean principles and concepts across the business
Create and implement short- and long-term plans for the site
Serve as a change agent by influencing, communicating, and institutionalizing a culture of simplification and standardization
Lead and ensure a Lean culture at the site which fosters employee engagement in Lean activities and broad understanding of Lean concepts and principles
Develop and coach Lean skills and competencies at all levels of the organization
Lead implementation of Lean actions which drive quality, safety, continuous improvement, teamwork, and customer satisfaction
Direct Lean initiatives for the site, including developing site and team roadmaps, Kaizen planning, and related events
Ensure the successful deployment and application of Lean practices such as 5S and Standard Work in all areas
Implement tools to track improvements at the DMS board level
Leverage data analytics to drive informed decision-making across teams and all assets
Manage talent and performance, ensuring priorities align with business strategies, development objectives to grow skills and knowledge, and performance feedback
Drive EHS and Quality compliance, incorporating critical safety, quality, and environmental elements into projects and strategies

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Continuous Improvement

Process Improvement

Change Management

Strategic Planning

Employee Coaching

Cultural Transformation

Business Process Optimization

Quality Improvement

Safety Leadership

Teamwork Facilitation

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

Risks

Emerging AR technologies increase competition in medical imaging.

Regulatory challenges may delay AI application expansions in healthcare.

Dependence on clinical trial success for new product market positioning.

Differentiation

GE Healthcare invests $1 billion annually in R&D for product innovation.

The company supports over 300,000 patients daily with its healthcare technologies.

GE Healthcare's AIR Recon DL offers 3D motion-insensitive imaging for enhanced MRI quality.

Upsides

Acquisition of Caption Health expands AI-powered ultrasound capabilities.

Successful Phase III trial of [18F]flurpiridaz enhances coronary artery disease detection.

Collaboration with Wayra accelerates digital health innovation in EMEA.

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