Manager, Manufacturing Operations - 1st Shift

Manager, Manufacturing Operations - 1st Shift

USA, Louisville, KY

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?

Are you a driven leader with a passion for empowering teams and improving performance on the manufacturing floor? Join GE Appliances, a Haier company, as a Manager, Manufacturing Operations, where you'll play a key role in shaping operational excellence, driving safety and quality, and leading a high-performing production team within our world-class facility.

How You'll Create Possibilities

As a Manager (Area Leader), you'll lead a dedicated team of Team Leaders and production associates to deliver exceptional results in safety, quality, delivery, and cost. You'll set clear expectations, foster engagement, and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

In this role, you will:

• Lead, coach, and develop production teams to achieve daily performance goals while promoting a strong safety-first culture.
• Build a positive, inclusive work environment that reflects our GEA values and ensures fair and equitable treatment for all team members.
• Drive results across key metrics — safety, quality, delivery, cost, and morale — aligning team goals with overall plant objectives.
• Utilize lean principles and problem-solving tools to identify root causes and implement sustainable solutions to operational challenges.
• Oversee daily production operations, including staffing, resource allocation, and workflow efficiency.
• Partner with Quality, Engineering, and Lean teams to reduce waste, improve yields, and support continuous process improvement initiatives.
• Champion standardized work, ensure adherence to processes, and coach Team Leaders to deliver consistent, effective training.
• Lead and close safety investigations promptly, reinforcing proactive safety behaviors across your area.

What You'll Bring to Our Team

Requirements:

• BS/BA degree ideally in engineering, supply chain management or business with a minimum of 3 years of supervision within supply chain (i.e., manufacturing, warehousing, distribution, materials, quality, procurement, fulfillment or related functional area), OR equivalent education and experience.
• Experience in manufacturing processes with exposure to lean manufacturing techniques, or equivalent education and experience.
• Six Sigma certification preferred, with strong knowledge of Lean, DMAIC, workout and other change mechanisms.
• Demonstrated accomplishments showing results-driven methodology, analytical methods, schedule achievement, teamwork.
• Demonstrated experience working with individuals at all levels of the organization to achieve operational results and positive employee relations.
• Organizational skills, initiative, and ability to handle multiple priorities and tasks.
• Position supports 24/5 manufacturing facilities. Occasional off shift, on call and weekend work is required.
• Must be competent in computers, with emphasis on Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook, and ERP systems.

Our Culture

Our work is centered on our People and Culture as reflected in our Zero Distance philosophy and we recognize the importance of reaffirming our commitment to inclusion and diversity (I&D). This underscores our commitment to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, connected, and empowered to contribute, while positioning our organization to adapt seamlessly to the evolving needs of our workforce and communities.

This reflects our dedication to creating solutions that: Empower colleagues by fostering an environment where all voices are heard, valued, and encouraged to contribute. Strengthen communities where we live and work. Reinforce a culture of belonging, purpose, and engagement. Reflect the diversity of the communities we serve through our workforce, products, and practices. By further embedding Zero Distance into our People and Culture framework, we will continue to build a deeply connected organization. We are cultivating a culture of engagement, belonging, and connection, because while attracting new talent remains a priority, retention is a cornerstone of our strategy.

GE Appliances is a trust-based organization. It is important we offer our employees the flexibility they need to do their best work while balancing the needs of the business and individuals. When you join GE Appliances, you will have the opportunity to work with your leader to create a flexible work arrangement that balances the needs of the individual, team, and organization.

GE Appliances 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 Appliances participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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