Projects and Initiatives Manager

Job Description Summary Perform the daily operations of plants to ensure reliability and consistency on the production line.
Includes Service Shops.
Impacts departmental operations and responsible for planning/execution.
The role has some autonomy but is focused on execution of activities within an operating discipline covered by standard functional practices and procedures.
Some judgment may be required but this is typically with guidance.
Job Description Roles and Responsibilities Define processes, IT tools, trainings, value stream, etc.
to be used by the manufacturing community.
A job at this level requires a people leader with ability develop talent.
Includes direct people management responsibility including staffing and performance development.
Utilizes in-depth knowledge of a technical discipline and analytical thinking and technical experience to execute policy/strategy.
Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market Uses judgment and has some ability to propose different solutions outside of set parameters to address more complicated manufacturing processes with technical variety and/or interdependent production cycles.
Uses technical experience and analytical thinking.
Uses multiple internal and limited external sources outside of own teams to arrive at decisions.
Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience.
leads projects with risks and resource requirements.
Explains information; developing skills to bring team members to consensus around topics within field.
Conveys performance expectations and handles sensitive issues.
Ability to enter projects in FAMS.
Complete SOW'S to send to the sourcing buyers to initiate the bid process.
Contractor Management and assist in contractor needs.
Lead and manage KPI projects and report out project status.
Lead investment projects and give status reports.
Manage lease vehicle fleet.
Ability to lead projects from beginning to end of the project.
Approve Timecards.
Schedule overtime.
Manage day to day operations.
Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 4 years of experience in Facilities Maintenance and Project Management) + Minimum of 3 Years of Facilities Maintenance and Project Management Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
Desired Characteristics Strong oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.
Established project management skills.
Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn.
Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor.
Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed.
Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative.
Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker.
Knowledge of Fuel, Air and Electrical systems.
Ability to read and understand facility blueprints.
Green belt certified.
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: No