Manufacturing Specialist

Job Description Summary

The Manufacturing Engineer at GE Aerospace will play a critical role in ensuring the efficient and timely flow of materials for our aviation products. This position involves managing material planning activities and overseeing the execution of these plans to meet production schedules and customer demands.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain material plans, schedules, and forecasts in alignment with production requirements and supply chain strategies.
• Monitor inventory levels, identify potential shortages or excesses, and initiate corrective actions to optimize material availability and minimize waste.
• Coordinate with suppliers, procurement, and logistics teams to ensure on-time delivery of materials and resolve any supply chain issues.
• Execute material movements and transactions within the manufacturing facility, utilizing various enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Analyze material flow processes, identify bottlenecks, and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce lead times.
• Support the implementation of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives related to material planning and execution.
• Generate and interpret reports on material status, production progress, and inventory performance.
• Participate in cross-functional teams to address production challenges and achieve operational goals.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies, procedures, and safety regulations. Ability to support weekends 1-2 times per month.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree accredited college or university (or a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of experience in material planning, production control, or a related manufacturing)

Desired Characteristics:

• Proven experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) for material management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies is a plus.
• 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

GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan 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. ​

GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its 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.

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace 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 Aerospace 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). Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes