Operations Leader - 3rd Shift at GE Vernova in Schenectady

Job description

• The Third Shift Operations Leader is responsible for the daily execution of manufacturing operations in the Stator Bar Shop within the Generator Manufacturing Department. This role ensures the reliability, consistency, and efficiency of production lines by leveraging lean manufacturing processes to drive continuous improvement. The successful candidate will lead the hourly workforce during third shift, ensuring that all departmental KPIs are met through proactive manpower planning, production gap management, and disciplined execution of standard operating procedures.

Responsibilities

• Delegate work assignments based on current priorities dictated by production schedule
• Manage daily productivity goals and ensure shift force is achieving the L1 targets
• Communicate daily safety talking points (provided by EHS) and Encourage safety conversations- address concerns promptly
• Developing in-depth knowledge of a technical discipline. Uses prior experience and acquired technical expertise to execute policy/strategy
• Uses some level of judgment and has ability to propose different solutions outside of set parameters but with guidance. Uses prior experience and on-the-job training to solve straightforward tasks. Has access to technical skills and analytic thinking required to solve problems. May use multiple internal sources outside of own team to arrive at decisions
• Uphold company code of conduct, procedures, and work rules for employees on shift and issue disciplinary action if necessary
• Promote positive shop culture and maintain employee morale
• Optimize indirect labor on shift- Initiate housekeeping and improvement projects
• Communicate and follow-up with quality non-compliance incidents that happen on shift
• Verify that employee weekly timecards are correctly updated in Kronos
• Verbally communicate with Operations Leaders on other shifts to make sure critical information flows between shifts
• Communicates with direct team and supervisor

Requirements

• Ability to work 3rd Shift (11pm - 7am), will train for about 2 weeks on 1st Shift
• Associates Degree with a minimum of 2 years of experience in a supervisory role (manufacturing or similar industry preferred) OR a High School Diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of experience in Manufacturing or leadership position OR 3-4 years of Military Training
• Must be legally authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship now or in the future
• This position is 100% onsite in Schenectady, NY
• Engineering or Management Degree
• Previous Shift Supervisor – preferred from warehousing delivery type environment
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certified
• Manufacturing experience relevant to heavy duty equipment
• Experience running projects in a machine shop environment
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve complex problems
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
• Established project management skills

Skills

Required

• Supervisory experience
• Manufacturing or leadership experience
• Ability to work 3rd shift

Preferred

• Engineering or Management Degree
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certified
• Established project management skills

Benefits

• GE Vernova employees rise to the challenge of building a world that works. In order to meet this mission, we provide varied, competitive benefits to help support our workforce: Our Culture | GE Vernova (gecareers.com)
• Our compensation & benefits are designed to reward high performers and help you manage your personal and family needs. We offer a robust benefits package depending on your employment status and your national requirements.
• A healthy, balanced lifestyle can mean different things to different people. We've created programs that support the way you live and work today.
• GE Vernova invests to provide opportunities to grow your career by providing a path for continued on-the-job learning and development.
• Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, 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 Vernova 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 financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.
• GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova 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 GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
• GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova 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 Vernova 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
• For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $76,300.00 and $114,400.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.
• Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.
• This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on September 17, 2026.