Shift Manager at GE Healthcare

Cork, County Cork, Ireland

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Healthcare, MedTech, Pharmaceutical ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

Lead a team of approximately 125 colleagues, including 7 direct reports, as the accountable site lead during shifts
Operate in a 24/7 world-class MedTech and Pharma manufacturing environment at GE HealthCare Cork
Passion for leadership, team engagement, collaboration, safety, quality, service, cost, and people performance
Knowledge of GMP, site, and corporate standards
Familiarity with Lean Daily Management System (LDMS), 5S, housekeeping audits, and lean principles (standard work, visual management, continuous improvement)
Ability to use lean tools to identify and eliminate waste, improve OEE, yields, and operational efficiency
Compliance with GEHC Cork HR policies and COREHR requirements
Participate in recruitment and selection of team members

Responsibilities

Champion a culture of safety and compliance, leading emergency procedures, safety systems, and completion of safety/compliance activities including 5S and housekeeping audits
Ensure plant and equipment operate to highest GMP, site, and corporate standards
Ensure all production meets quality guidelines and regulatory expectations, overseeing batch documentation, inspection, and packaging
Support and lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality
Monitor, record, and track production to meet scheduled targets
Communicate effectively with stakeholders using LDMS and ensure detailed shift handovers
Collaborate with Shift Managers and functional leads for uninterrupted 24/7 operations
Track and deliver line performance against targets, implement actions to improve OEE and efficiency
Drive continuous improvement to reduce costs and improve yields
Lead, motivate, and manage the shift team using GE Beliefs, fostering engagement through listening, recognition, coaching, mentoring, and development feedback
Provide effective delegation, performance management, recognition, and rewards; spend daily time on the floor
Participate in recruitment and selection; ensure compliance with HR policies and COREHR
Build a culture of openness, psychological safety, and engagement
Work closely with peers, support departments, and cross-functional teams to resolve issues and drive improvements
Ensure seamless collaboration and communication across shifts and functions; participate in site planning, forecasting, and problem-solving
Embed lean principles in daily operations, driving standard work, visual management, and continuous improvement; encourage team input and suggestions scheme
Communicate regularly with the team, lead business/shift communications, ensure clarity on targets/priorities, and be active in meetings
Identify training requirements of personnel, allocate time/resources for qualification/training, and ensure personnel do not perform or supervise unqualified tasks

Skills

GMP

Lean Daily Management System

LDMS

OEE

Continuous Improvement

Team Leadership

Safety Compliance

Production Management

Shift Handover

Batch Documentation

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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