The posting
At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make “good things, for life.” As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we’re powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that there’s always a better way. We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together.
The GE Appliances philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities: we come together, we always look for a better way, and we create possibilities.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and must be able to maintain such authorization without current or future employer or school sponsorship. GE Appliances will not sponsor employment-based visas for this position now or in the future.
Interested in joining us on our journey?
he Senior Manager, Manufacturing Quality provides strategic and operational leadership for plant quality performance, compliance, and continuous improvement within a high-volume manufacturing environment. This role leads the Quality Floor team and oversees production quality, component testing, Manufacturing Control Plan (MCP) auditing, and quality improvement initiatives to ensure products and processes consistently meet established standards.
Partnering closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Supplier Quality, and other cross-functional teams, this leader drives structured problem-solving, root cause analysis, and corrective and preventive actions to reduce defects, minimize scrap and rework, and improve process capability. The Senior Manager establishes a proactive quality culture by strengthening process controls, reinforcing standard work, and using data-driven insights to identify risks and prevent recurring issues. Through strong team leadership and a focus on sustainable results, this role helps improve product reliability, reduce the cost of poor quality, and strengthen manufacturing performance.
Position
Senior Manager, Manufacturing Quality (Floor Leader)
Location
USA, Decatur, AL
How You'll Create Possibilities
- Live, promote and support the Appliance Production System (APS) philosophy and drive continuous improvement in the quality and adjacent areas. Coach all team members to ensure cross-functional, focused collaboration is the way we work.
- Partner with the Product Line Quality, Business Operations and Manufacturing Engineering Leaders to promote a culture that establishes, sustains and improves product quality through engineering problem solving and discipline around supporting systems. Promote a method-based quick response to new issues.
- Responsible for developing team performance metrics tied to the overall factory (FPY, EOLA, Scrap) and product line financial plan (Warranty, Damage, Concessions, Scrap, Consumer Education). Leads team to identify and complete projects and tasks supporting this effort. Owns and assigns tasks and establishes accountability at the appropriate level.
- Closely collaborates with the product line Engineering, Field Quality and Service organizations to understand and respond to part or system product level performance issues impacting owner use and satisfaction. Responds to this data in addition to internal data streams (leading indicators) for product quality and reliability (Engineering, EOLA and CAT / CUT labs).
- Identify and execute projects to improve the costing of operations, broad owner for Corrective and Preventative Actions (CAPA), Corrective Action Request (CAR) approach to problem solving.
- Work with Design, Operations and Quality Leadership to prioritize funding/resources to meet targets, support Continuous Improvement.
- Owner of all attributes of the Manufacturing Control Plan for broad areas. Responsible for the training, execution, auditing and improvement of the Manufacturing Quality Control Plan. Support efforts intended to improve work station documentation process; create, update and maintain Manufacturing Control Instructions (MCI’s), visual aid and alerts (single point lessons) as needed.
- Provide technical oversight to drive the development, sustainment and continuous improvement of factory quality.
What You'll Bring to Our Team
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or related discipline
- 7+ years of experience with manufacturing quality/NPI quality projects and process improvement
- Experience with product and process Quality Management System development and implementation
- Previous team and project leadership, including demonstration of goal setting, monitoring of performance v goals and a strong feedback / development / accountability cycle
- Must be skilled in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Minitab and Outlook.
Working Conditions:
- Working conditions are normal for a high-volume manufacturing environment.
- Working in this environment requires the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to; eye safety glasses, hearing protectors, work boots, and hard hats.
- These roles require frequent walking in a manufacturing plant environment.
- Hours & Weekends: Working off-shift and weekends may be required.
Our Culture
Our work is centered on our People and Culture as reflected in our Zero Distance philosophy and we recognize the importance of reaffirming our commitment to inclusion and diversity (I&D). This underscores our commitment to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, connected, and empowered to contribute, while positioning our organization to adapt seamlessly to the evolving needs of our workforce and communities.
This reflects our dedication to creating solutions that: Empower colleagues by fostering an environment where all voices are heard, valued, and encouraged to contribute. Strengthen communities where we live and work. Reinforce a culture of belonging, purpose, and engagement. Reflect the diversity of the communities we serve through our workforce, products, and practices.
By further embedding Zero Distance into our People and Culture framework, we will continue to build a deeply connected organization. We are cultivating a culture of engagement, belonging, and connection, because while attracting new talent remains a priority, retention is a cornerstone of our strategy.
GE Appliances is a trust-based organization. It is important we offer our employees the flexibility they need to do their best work while balancing the needs of the business and individuals. When you join GE Appliances, you will have the opportunity to work with your leader to create a flexible work arrangement that balances the needs of the individual, team, and organization.
GE Appliances 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 Appliances participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S
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