Job Description Summary

GE Aviation is the leading manufacturer of jet engines for civil and military aviation in the world producing 37 types of engines that power 91 types of aircrafts. In addition, the company produces engine derivatives for propulsion of ships and power plants, and renders services (through GE Engine Services) in the field of repair and maintenance of aircraft engines.

We are looking for Production Manager to our rapidly growing repair shop at GE Aviation Hungary. We are undergoing considerable changes to the shop and present an opportunity for you to become involved and support and help drive these changes. We offer the opportunity to work within the Aviation Repair network working at a facility that has one of the largest portfolio of Aircraft Engine platforms in Europe.

The Production Manager will demonstrate accountability for all operational objectives related to production. In this role you will integrate and develop processes that meet business needs across the organization, manage complex issues within functional areas of expertise, be involved in short term planning and execution as well as contribute to long-term business strategy.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:

• Provide total cell / group leadership in the attainment of goals with respect to safety, quality, cost, TAT, On time delivery, LEAN production and compliance.

• Drive process / product improvement, New Product Implementations and provide process method excellence throughout the organization; readily adopt, implement and mature LEAN processes for wing to wing product flow

• Establish, manage and continuously improve a LEAN culture at the cell/function level to help achieve common goals and customer satisfaction

• Select, hire, train, develop, and provide ongoing leadership and direction of assigned personnel

• Manage and execute the reorganization projects within budget

• Drive the continuous productivity improvements in the line with the support of 6S and engineering department

• Work closely with a Local and Global Management Team to ensure seamless operations and to achieve outstanding results.

• Promotion of innovation and improvements to increase safety, quality, production efficiency and to reduce cycles. Implement Lean initiative and establish the culture of 5S and Kaizen through Employee suggestions

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college

• Has clearly demonstrated implementing/leading Lean/Kaizen activities with proven outcomes

• Multiple years of experience in a shop role; experience in a Repair/Services environment is preferred

• Extensive experience in metalworking processes and technologies

• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills in a matrix environment

• Demonstrated skills in coaching and mentoring talent; Experience leading and motivating diverse workforce

• Strong problem solving and analytical skills

• Knowledge of the disciplines of manufacturing management such as production control, and standard cost management; strong financial acumen

• Strong organizational skills

• Strong oral and written communication skills both in English and in Hungarian

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Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No