Job Description Summary
The Generators Value Stream Quality and Lean Leader will lead the integrated operations of Manufacturing Quality and Lean across the Global Generators Value Stream organization. With direct oversight of value stream manufacturing lean & quality deployment, this leader will drive operational execution through manufacturing value stream to deliver performance aligned with GE Vernova’s priorities for Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC).
This role will collaborate with the Generators Value Stream Leadership team to drive end-to-end operational excellence across the entire workstream - Win, Design, Buy, Build and Execute - strategy to continue to advance our Lean Operating Method (MOR, Hoshin Kanri, Daily Management, Lean roadmap and Kaizen).
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
- Build a Lean culture anchored on problem-solving across the Generators Value Stream within GSC
- Fully accountable for end-to-end Generators Value Stream Quality and Lean to drive continuous improvement throughout
- Partner with Global Supply Chain, Engineering and Product leaders to improve operational KPIs across the Generators Value Stream leveraging our Lean Operating Method (MOR, HK, Lean roadmap, DM and Kaizen)
- Lead Lean initiatives across the Generators Value Stream to eliminate safety risks, waste, optimize flow, and improve quality and productivity
- Lead GEV Op Method Maturity Assessment and action plan implementation (Lean roadmap) across Generators Value Stream.
- Lead value stream manufacturing execution aligned with product lines and commodity strategies
- Ensure Lean deployment across the Generators Value Stream using tools such as VSM, 5S, standard work, connected flow and visual management
- Build and sustain a culture of continuous improvement, embedding lean thinking in operations and leadership behaviors
- Benchmark and cascade best practices across all Generators Value Stream sites globally
- Reinforce GE Vernova’s Production System and lean operating rhythms across the supply chain facilities
- Own and deploy a comprehensive Quality Strategy across global Generators Value Stream, driving a zero-defect culture
- Continue fostering our BIQ Culture and deploy the GEV Zero Defect Framework across the Generators Value Stream.
- Champion line-stop culture, systemic root cause elimination, and best practice sharing across the network
- Build a high-performing, resilient organization through people development, cross-functional collaboration, and a focus on Lean and Quality
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college in a relevant field, or the equivalent knowledge/experience
- Significant experience in Quality, Lean, and Supply Chain
- Operationally experienced in manufacturing organizations and able to constructively collaborate with Value Streams to effectively define the big picture of quality success in a lean manufacturing environment
- Expertise in lean problem-solving tools including A3 and 8D
- Demonstrated experience leading transformation in a dynamic environment
- English fluency
- Travel as needed to drive strategy, support problem solving at manufacturing sites and connect with team
Desired Characteristics
- Master’s degree from an accredited university or college in Engineering or Supply Chain
- Demonstrated experience leading and developing Quality policies, procedures and practices in demanding, Quality-focused industries (e.g. automotive, aviation)
- Experience leading process simplification in a Quality context
- Outstanding interpersonal and leadership skills, capable of influencing and driving a strategic change agenda across the organization
- Change agent with strong credibility at all levels of the organization
- Strong communication skills, experience working and leading cross-culturally
- Strong analytical skills with ability to identify and explain critical issues
- Ability to work effectively across functions and countries
Additional Desired Characteristics
- Proven mentoring and coaching abilities; demonstrated ability to motivate and inspire others
- Global Experience
For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $224,000 and $336,000 USD. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.
Additional Information
GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
For candidates applying to a U.S. based position only:
Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.
This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on June 16, 2026.
Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, 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 Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity Executive Services. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off, and the Restoration Plan, a nonqualified plan with company credits on eligible pay above IRS limits.
GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.