Job Description Summary

Key technical resource supporting manufacturing processes. Introduces process improvements and supports new product introductions (NPI's) at the manufacturing site. Plans and conducts own work and/or formally leads horizontal teams on moderate complexity projects/ programs. Impacts quality, efficiency and effectiveness of own team. Has significant input into priorities. The role has moderate autonomy, requiring high levels of operational judgment.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Investigate and analyze ongoing process performance to eliminate systemic deviations and to optimize processes.
• Support introduction of new CVD processes and products (NPI's) at the manufacturing site.
• Lead or participate in investigations, root cause analysis and resolution of incidents and non-conformances.
• Apply technical experience and expertise in materials science & chemistry/ chemical engineering to complex systems and utilize data analysis to support recommendations.
• Recommend approaches utilizing best practices to meet program/ project needs.
• Participate in the development and review of equipment and systems for capital projects to help ensure compliance to applicable requirements, standards, and codes.
• Lead/ participate in PFMEA, Management of Change, Pre Start-Up Safety Reviews and Process Hazards Analysis processes.
• Participate and support chemical equipment and system management in developing goals, objectives, action plans and KPI's.
• Develop, maintain and implement, as needed, PSM, RMP, and GE Aviation policies, procedures, standards, and related goals, objectives and action plans.
• Use multiple internal and external sources outside of own function to arrive at decisions, leveraging experience to make cross-process linkages.
• Explain difficult or sensitive information; work to build consensus.
• Act as a resource for colleagues with less experience.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree accredited college or university
• Minimum of 5 years of ceramics/chemical industry related ex experience

Desired Characteristics

• PhD degree from an accredited university or college in Ceramics Engineering/ Materials Science & Engineering/ Chemistry/ Chemical engineering or related discipline.
• >8 years of ceramics / chemical industry related experience.
• Significant domain expertise in the theory and practice of chemical vapor deposition (CVD) and related balance of plant.
• Experienced with PSM (Process Safety Management) and RMP (Risk Management) processes.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead programs / projects. Ability to document, plan, communicate and execute programs.
• 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

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, 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 Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor 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 Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

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).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes