Role Summary / Purpose:
The Capacity & Capability Project leader is responsible for leading projects that enhance repair capability, capacity & SQDC performance to meet growing business demands. This role drives strategic capital planning, cross functional collaboration & continuous improvement initiatives to support long-term operational excellence.
Essential Responsibilities:
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Lead Process repair capacity analysis and project planning to meet business capability and capacity objectives, including capex, SQDC kaizen, read across.
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of resources, investment strategies, and long-term planning.
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Develop & manage detailed project plans, including scope, schedule, milestones & budgets while coordinating activities across Shop operations, AMRT & Sourcing.
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Lead capex project planning & execution to Include responsibility for on-time-execution, budget, and progress updates to leadership. Identify & mitigate project risks and resolve/escalate issues promptly to maintain project on-time-execution.
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Collaborate with AMRT, global sourcing, and global capex team for capex equipment requisition to include equipment specification and selection, Sourcegate+ sourcing process, PO placement, and equipment runoff, acceptance, & delivery
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Support repair facility expansion & site preparation as needed.
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Oversee equipment installation, start-up, and qualification according to GEV standards, develop TPM standards & maintain thorough documentation of all installation activities & changes for future reference.
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Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements throughout project execution & lead and evaluate MOC process for project.
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Support shop component repair qualifications in collaboration with shop PQE/ME.
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Participate in Kaizen / AWO events and global component teams activities to drive continuous improvement & Lead Kaizen team as needed.
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Provide regular project reporting to leadership, including status updates, budget tracking, schedule performance & risk assessments.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Operations Management, Business Administration, or related field
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Min 5 years of experience in repair operations, capacity planning, and CAPEX management within a manufacturing or service environment.
Desired Characteristics:
- Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
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Knowledge of GT repair methods, procedures & planning.
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Strong analytical, project management, and financial acumen.
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Proficiency in relevant software tools (e.g., ERP, project management, financial analysis).
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes