Sr. Manager, Manufacturing Operations – 2nd shift

At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make “good things, for life.”  As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we’re powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that there’s always a better way.  We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together.  

The GE Appliances philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities: we come together, we always look for a better way, and we create possibilities. 

Interested in joining us on our journey? 

The Senior Manager, Manufacturing Operations plays a critical leadership role responsible for the performance, strategy, and continuous improvement of an entire value stream within a high-volume manufacturing environment. In this role, you will lead cross-functional teams and coach frontline leaders to deliver exceptional results across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and culture.

This is a high-impact leadership opportunity to drive operational excellence while developing the next generation of manufacturing leaders.

Position

Sr. Manager, Manufacturing Operations – 2nd shift

Location

USA, Decatur, AL

How You'll Create Possibilities

Lead Manufacturing Operations

• Oversee all manufacturing activities for a full value stream within the plant.

• Drive performance across key operational metrics including safety, quality, delivery, cost, and employee engagement.

• Align team goals with overall plant objectives and allocate resources to meet performance targets.

• Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams to achieve production and operational goals.

• Monitor performance through production boards and ensure clear shift-to-shift communication and issue resolution.

• Escalate operational abnormalities and implement corrective actions to maintain stable processes.

• Ensure consistent deployment and adherence to standardized work and operational processes.

• Maintain 5S standards across the entire value stream.
   

Drive Continuous Improvement

• Champion and implement Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Lead problem-solving efforts, root cause analysis, and waste reduction across operations.

• Identify opportunities for both short-term improvements and long-term operational enhancements.

• Serve as a key escalation leader to resolve production challenges and operational issues.
   

Lead, Develop & Inspire Teams

• Provide daily leadership to a highly engaged manufacturing team including Area Leaders, Team Leaders, and hourly team members.

• Set clear goals and provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and development opportunities.

• Lead performance management, talent development, and succession planning initiatives.

• Partner with HR on employee relations matters and ensure consistent policy application.

• Mentor and develop future leaders within the organization.
   

Ensure Product Quality

• Ensure all products meet design specifications and quality standards.

• Maintain adherence to the Manufacturing Control Plan (MCP) and established quality processes.

• Partner with engineering and quality teams to improve key metrics such as First Pass Yield, Overall Yield, and Service Call Rate (SCR).

• Embed quality standards into standardized work and production processes.
   

Champion Workplace Safety

• Lead a strong safety-first culture within the value stream.

• Ensure compliance with safety procedures, audits, behavior-based observations, and safety meetings.

• Review and approve accident investigations while ensuring root causes are addressed and corrective actions implemented.

What You'll Bring to Our Team

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering or related technical field with minimum 7 years leadership experience in a high-volume manufacturing operation

• Solid verbal and written communication, interpersonal and leadership influencing skills.

• Must demonstrate solid computer skills with emphasis on Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint as well as have good knowledge of ERP systems and other business system