Jobs at Ge Healthcare in United States, Aurora

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead projects to design and develop automation systems to enhance manufacturing productivity, new product introduction and capacity.
• Own the controls architecture and software for PLC, Robotics, and Vision Systems.
• Lead Design Transfer of NPIs by collaborating with manufacturing, manufacturing engineering, and product engineering teams.
• Identify high Return on Investment opportunities, design and conduct feasibility studies, and develop business cases to deploy automation into production.
• Apply creative solutions and ideas to drive productivity and quality using LEAN methodology, novel fixturing, collaborative robots, AI, traditional automation techniques, and integration of PLCs, HMIs, and motion systems.
• Support Brilliant Factory initiatives by connecting physical processes with digital information.
• Create standard automation Equipment/User Requirement Specifications to drive component standardization, data standards, and safety risk assessments.
• Manage projects and lead project teams in a matrix organization.
• Leverage and manage outside suppliers to deliver automation solutions.
• Troubleshoot factory equipment controls, update/debug control software and support factory equipment as needed.

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering, or related technical degree.
• 3+ years’ experience in factory automation, deploying various automation technologies from concept phase through final implementation into production.
• Demonstrated skills in PLC and HMI programming, trouble shooting and debug
• Experience in program or project management skills of internal/external integrators.
• Experience developing technical documents, including the ability to write/perform FMEA’s, Equipment Risk Assessments, ERS’s (Equipment Requirements Specifications), and Validation Plans.
• Experience with design tools such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and CREO.

Desirable:

• 5+ years’ experience in the design, build, programming, and deployment of automation.
• Experience with Fanuc Robot Programming and Python code development.
• Experience with controls automation design and safety standards; NFPA 79, RIA15.06, and other relevant industry standards.
• Substantial industrial experience in Manufacturing Engineering.
• Six-sigma DMAIC & DFSS certified.
• Solid working knowledge of Medical Device QMS procedures.
• Experience working with global teams.
• Demonstrated experience owning production processes and growing capability in yield, quality, and capacity.
• Demonstrated troubleshooting, analytical, and planning skills.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal) to all levels of the organization.
• Ability to identify and implement Best Practices.

• Sourcing professional focus on provide value to product development through leveraging supplier capabilities and technologies during product design.

• Select strategic suppliers for new products and prepare suppliers to deliver targeted requirements such as quality, fulfillment and cost

• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, the supplier management team, supply chain team and others across the business to achieve results

• Lead sourcing initiatives early in the product development phase keeping in line with our product simplification and platforming goals

• Meet cost targets

• Ensure technology matches occur between supply partners, engineering and manufacturing so that product and factory fulfillment requirements are met

• Be highly engaged in technical design reviews, considering supplier expertise and innovation in component design and specifications

• De-risk supplier base by identifying the risk and executing mitigation plans, in partnership with business leaders

• Ensure NPI teams utilize preferred suppliers as identified in Global Healthcare sourcing strategies.

• Understand and convey the technical needs of MR Engineering to Global Sourcing personnel during category strategy development.

• Development and deployment of MR’s first Early Supplier Involvement (ESI) program

• Supporting our Supplier Quality Program, ensuring supplier compliance with FDA, EHS, transportation and other regulatory and reputation requirements

• Bachelor's degree

• Minimum 5 years Sourcing (Procurement), Engineering or Supply Chain Management Experience

• Degree in Electrical Engineering is preferred

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Our total rewards are designed to unlock your ambition by giving you the boost and flexibility you need to turn your ideas into world-changing realities. Our salary and benefits are everything you’d expect from an organization with global strength and scale, and you’ll be surrounded by career opportunities in a culture that fosters care, collaboration and support.

• Perform physical movement of materials from one area to another using handcarts or fork lifts

• Picks parts/products for shipments ensuring accuracy of identification and quantity

• Physically and systemically receive/issue individual material requisitions from internal and external departments

• Create and/or maintain transactional inventory records

• Maintain accurate files of packing and shipping activity

• Communicate/notify appropriate personnel of shipping/inventory discrepancies

• Fill kits and deliver to production as required

• Maintain stocking/inventory objectives

• Quantifies and verifies cycle count

• Comply with EHS & Quality System regulations and policies

• Perform other duties and/or special projects as assigned

• Perform warehouse distribution duties in compliance with current GDP as per annual GDP Training and local procedures

• High school Diploma, local equivalent, or higher level of formal education with 2+ years experience in storing and material handling or relevant experience within GEHC plant operations

• Basic computer skills

• Ability to consistently lift (upto 35lbs)and utilize lifting equipment

• Knowledge of computerized material flow methods

• Basic knowledge of quality and inventory control

• Prior experience using a forklift and weight scales

• Establish & execute the overall Product Quality strategy for a set of MR Coils products or components with IB Engineering and other key stakeholders

• Escalate emerging issues to Leadership as the product focal point and identify related actions

• Act as SME on product specifications and documentation

• Track and trend field data for critical coils and parts

• Utilize hardware autopsy and remote data to identify issues, root cause problems and communicate improvement opportunities

• Lead projects to ensure compliance, reduce cost, improve quality, and increase reliability, Drive Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) actions across product, from field & factory; including scrap, rework, warranty, First Pass Yield, Early Life Failures

• Collaborate with Sourcing and Supplier Quality Engineering organization to help drive solutions for supply chain risks and quality improvements

• Collaborate with Advanced Manufacturing Engineering and Manufacturing organizations to help resolve scrap, yield, and fulfillment issues

• Collaborate with Service organization to help improve wash rate and reduce cost to serve

• Apply Lean methodologies to solve problems, improve daily work, and simplify processes.

• Lead cross functional resources & manage timely implementation of projects

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or Related Science Field (Physics, etc) from an accredited college/university.

• Minimum 5 years of relevant work experience (MR Coil Design, RF Electronics or Product Quality).

• Self-starter with demonstrated problem-solving skills.

• Strong project execution and leadership skills.

• Excellent presentation and communication skills.

• Demonstrated leadership skills with strong focus on execution.

• Strong influential skills.

• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

• Strong mix of technical and business acumen, with experience in product engineering, product quality, manufacturing and/or supply chain.

• Knowledge of Medical Device Quality Management System requirements, including but not limited to FDA CFR 21 820 and ISO 13485.

• Exceptional critical thinking, problem solving, data and root-cause analysis, and process improvement skills.

• Active certification in PMP (Project Management Professional) or equivalent proven capability.

• Ability to resolve complex issues within functional area and/or area of expertise.

• Demonstrated understanding/experience with reliability analysis.

• Lean and/or Six-Sigma certification.

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively and resolve conflicts.

Essential Responsibilities

• In partnership with product, engineering, and operations leadership, establish the vision and strategic operational plan for GEHC’s MR coils, incorporating global GEHC production sites and third-party partners, as needed
• Ensure successful day-to-day operations aligned to Coils strategy and support safety, quality, delivery, and cost (SQDC) metrics are tracking to target and issues are addressed cross-functionally with speed and urgency, driving to root cause resolution
• Develop and drive cross-functional strategic initiatives (both equipment and service) to transform coils SQDC outcomes for the MR business through supply chain, production, product quality, and service initiatives
• Accountable owner of coils customer complaints and field actions
• Drive coils product quality improvement, leveraging reliability metrics that lower field failure rates and service returns while improving end customer satisfaction
• Partner with service to optimize business and customer metrics/outcomes
• Manage and direct coils cost reduction (variable cost productivity initiatives) and total landed costs
• Lead Aurora full site cultural connections, employee engagement, communications, facilities, etc. including engineering, sourcing, EHS, manufacturing, quality, fulfillment, Lean, etc.
• Attract and retain key talent while creating an environment that fosters employee engagement, diversity, professional development, and improved employee satisfaction
• Develop, execute, and motivate others on strategies, tactics, measurements, and operating mechanisms to deliver business results.
• Embrace Lean and Agile methodologies to drive simplification, predictability, and productivity

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Business, Engineering or related discipline, or 10 years of progressive engineering, business, or operations experience with proven leadership in Operations or Supply Chain

Desired:

• MBA or Master Degree
• Healthcare industry experience or experience leading a GE business unit
• Basic knowledge of magnetic resonance (MR) principles and technology (eg RF coils)
• Demonstrated strategic planning and operational execution
• Ability to influence and collaborate with senior level management team.
• Demonstrated functional management, mentoring and coaching leadership; energizing and motivating teams while delivering business results
• Demonstrated ability to create a strong culture
• Lean and Agile business process awareness & experience
• Desire to understand customer needs, marketplace dynamics, industry trends, & the competitive landscape
• Strong demonstrated communication skills (written and verbal English), articulating complex ideas in an easy to understand manner
• Clear thinker: Simplifying strategy into specific actions with clear accountability, making decisions with speed & accuracy based on best available information & communicating priorities clearly & concisely

• Reads and follows work procedures and schematics or receives verbal instructions regarding duties to be performed.

• Maintain accurate records of the work performed and other records as may be required by management.

• Performs manufacturing/assembly operations on one to two production lines and various tasks following procedures, bills of materials, work instructions, and process aid sheets.

• Maintains daily production output.

• May participate in quality control inspections.

• May work in Decon area, unpacking, disinfecting, and dispositioning returned product.

• Works with team lead, engineers, supervisors, and managers to improve quality and process efficiency.

• Other duties as assigned and may be asked to be included in Quality and LEAN activities, training sessions, and employee activity teams.

• Comply with EHS and Quality procedures, regulations and policies.

• High School Diploma or GED/local equivalent.

• Proficiency to understand and interpret basic written technical information.

• Demonstrated attention to detail and quality-minded work habits.

• Ability to communicate written & verbally using local language (English).

Preferred Qualifications

• 6 months of manufacturing experience.

• Thru hole and surface mount soldering experience.

• Reads and follows work procedures and schematics or receives verbal instructions regarding duties to be performed.
• Maintain accurate records of the work performed and other records as may be required by management.
• Performsmanufacturing/assemblyoperations on one to two production lines and various tasks following procedures, bills of materials, work instructions, and process aid sheets.
• Maintains daily production output.
• Participate in quality control inspections.
• Works with team lead, engineers, supervisors, and managers to improve quality and process efficiency.
• Other duties as assigned and may be asked to be included in Quality and LEAN activities, training sessions, and employee activity teams.
• Comply with EHS and Quality procedures, regulations and policies.

• High School Diploma or local equivalent
• Proficiency to understand and interpret basic written technical information
• Demonstrated attention to detail and quality-minded work habits

Preferred Qualifications:

• 6 months of manufacturing experience
• Thru hole and surface mount soldering experience
• Proficient with computer programs like Microsoft Word, Excel

Our total rewards are designed to unlock your ambition by giving you the boost and flexibility you need to turn your ideas into world-changing realities. Our salary and benefits are everything you’d expect from an organization with global strength and scale, and you’ll be surrounded by career opportunities in a culture that fosters care, collaboration and support.