Senior Quality Manager – Quality Management

GE Vernova

Quality Improvement Leader executing global Quality strategy within Repair Value Stream manufacturing facilities. Driving measurable improvements in customer satisfaction and reducing defects through quality engineering.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timeGreenville • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $107,600 - $179,200 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Quality Management Systems (QMS) and advanced quality tools, with a strong focus on process improvement and compliance in a global manufacturing environment. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in implementing quality initiatives and driving change effectively.

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Quality Management Systems (QMS)8D Root Cause AnalysisLean Principles ImplementationProcess Improvement ProgramsCross-Functional Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Quality SystemsProcess/Product DevelopmentRoot Cause AnalysisPFMEANew Product IndustrializationLayered Process AuditsCoatings ManufacturingWelding/Brazing ProcessesValue Stream MetricsKPI Analysis

Soft Skills

Influencing AbilitiesProblem-Solving SkillsInterpersonal SkillsLeadership SkillsEffective Communication

Industry Keywords

ManufacturingRepair Value StreamGlobal Supply ChainQuality ImprovementChange Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive deployment of new Quality Initiatives across Repair Value Stream (VS) sites by establishing, standardizing, and monitoring processes designed to strengthen product and process quality.
Implement and sustain robust Quality Systems across Repair VS sites, utilizing Value Stream metrics to detect systemic issues, identify improvement opportunities, and ensure corrective actions are executed.
Engage in site operating rhythms to review key performance indicators (KPIs), analyze recurring themes, and lead targeted quality improvement actions across the value streams.
Direct process and product improvement programs, ensuring adherence to methodical excellence and embedding best practices throughout the organization.
Collaborate with the VS Quality Leader to build plant-level Quality Management System (QMS) expertise and conduct structured process quality audits as assigned.
Partner with Manufacturing Quality teams to resolve customer quality issues through root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action implementation.
Interface cross-functionally and globally within the Supply Chain to integrate QMS requirements into operational and business processes, ensuring compliance and alignment.
Foster a culture of quality by driving effective communication, capturing lessons learned, and disseminating best practices across the Value Stream, Global Supply Chain, and Gas Power Business.
Coach and mentor teams in advanced quality tools and methodologies, including 8D Root Cause Analysis, 5-Whys/3x5 Whys, PFMEA, and structured problem-solving techniques.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college or equivalent
Minimum of 7 years of engineering/manufacturing/sourcing experience
At least 2 years' experience in Quality or Process/Product development
Demonstrates influencing and problem-solving abilities; High Say-do ratio
Proven change driver with focus on executing efficiently in a complex, diverse and dynamic cross-functional global team
Effective interpersonal and leadership skills
Knowledge of New Product Industrialization processes
Experience working with or developing special processes in manufacturing (coatings, welding/brazing, etc.)
Experience working in a global environment
Prior experience implementing lean principles to improve quality
Prior experience implementing tools such as Read Across and Layered Process Audits

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
tuition assistance
adoption assistance
paid parental leave
disability benefits
life insurance
12 paid holidays
permissive time off