Assembly Kitting Leader

Job Description Summary The LEAP and CFM Assembly Kitting Leader coordinates and expedites the flow of material through Erlanger for the LEAP and CFM assembly programs. This role is responsible for planning and scheduling kit deliveries in conjunction with Fulfillment and Engine Assembly to ensure on time delivery of engine kits. Additionally. this role assigns work to material handlers across all shifts and is engaged with continuous improvement projects.

Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities

• Coordinate and expedite the flow of materials through Erlanger according to production schedules.
• Plan and schedule production needs and assign work to material handlers across all shifts.
• Ensure operational alignment with production plan and KPIs.
• Work continuous improvement projects to decrease kitting time and improve quality of delivered kits.
• Develop manpower capacity plans for engine programs to ensure capacity aligns with future volume.
• Daily communication with assembly and fulfillment teams on production needs.
• Expedite critical orders through Erlanger.
• Develop technical expertise on use of Warehouse Management Systems.
• Understand truck routes and logistics between assembly sites

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or institution (OR a High school diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years experience in warehousing, logistics or manufacturing environment)
• A minimum of 3 years in warehousing, logistics or manufacturing environment

Desired Characteristics

• Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn
• Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively
• Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed
• Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative
• Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
• Experience leading continuous improvement efforts.
• Ability to execute on priorities with minimal guidance.

GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE 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 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).

As a federal government contractor, GE may in the future be required to have U.S. employees fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Some GE customers currently have vaccination mandates that may apply to GE employees.

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes