Lean Operations Leader

GE Vernova

Lean Operations Leader at GE Vernova driving continuous improvement and operationalizing the GE Vernova Operating Method with strategic hands-on initiatives.

Posted 7/29/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $127,500 - $212,500 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Lean Operations and continuous improvement methodologies, with a focus on driving process optimization and employee engagement. Proven ability to lead transformation initiatives and foster a diverse and inclusive work environment.

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Lean Tools ImplementationContinuous Improvement InitiativesImpactful CommunicationMentoring and CoachingCross-Cultural Leadership

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Hard Skills

Value Stream MappingStandard WorkKaizenDaily ManagementTransactional Process ImprovementProblem SolvingKanbanInventory ManagementLevel LoadingTPM

Soft Skills

CollaborativeConflict ResolutionMotivational LeadershipInterpersonal SkillsPresentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

Hoshin KanriGE Vernova Operating MethodSQDCSustainability Practices

Industry Keywords

Lean OperationsContinuous ImprovementDiversity and InclusionOrganizational CapabilityMatrixed Organizations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

This GE Vernova Lean Operations Leader will report to the Senior Manager – Legal Operations and work to drive continuous improvement in the GE Vernova Organization
This leader will work closely with the GE Vernova Legal Function, and other functions as needed, to help operationalize their strategic vision and build organizational capabilities through hands on initiatives
Serve as a facilitator, change agent and accountability partner to GE Vernova teams
Support the GE Vernova Lean Team in its initiative to operationalize the GE Vernova Operating Method, driving synergies across the enterprise to achieve business objectives
Lead hands on initiatives (Kaizens, just-do-it, Projects) through implementation of Lean tools & philosophy to drive process improvement (value stream mapping, standard work, kaizen, Daily Management, Transactional Process Improvement, Problem Solving, etc)
Deploy operational strategies around SQDC and sustainability
Develop, Identify, and deploy Lean tools designed to drive core revenue growth of the business (e.g. Kanban, Inventory Management at Gemba, Level Loading, TPM, SMED, etc)
Assess current team organizational competency; assist in the development of the GE Vernova Roadmap for the Legal Function and other as needed
Manage overall governance and key operating processes (Hoshin Kanri initiatives, etc.) and ensure coordination at leadership team level and through the organization
Create an environment to foster employee engagement, diversity, professional development, and high levels of employee satisfaction
Lead transformation initiatives, supporting continuous improvement and optimization of end-to-end processes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
Minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in implementing continuous improvement initiatives
Demonstrated sustainable changes successfully in transactional environments
Impactful communicator with experience working and leading cross-culturally in large, matrixed organizations – understands how to navigate geographies, cultures, relationships, etc
Highly collaborative person, comfortable with conflict and debate normally associated with change
Proven mentoring and coaching abilities; demonstrated ability to motivate and inspire others and to lead with humility, transparency, and focus
Strong interpersonal, writing, and presentation skills; ability to conceptualize, structure, and present compelling stories to a wide range of audiences
Strong alignment with GE Vernova Way, including being a strong advocate for creating diverse and inclusive environments

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