Erlanger Kitting Leader - LEAP Progam

Leap Kitting Leader

The LEAP Kitting Leader is responsible for ensuring the daily execution of customer demand for new make assembly kits for the LEAP program. This role involves coordinating with internal and external stakeholders, and ensuring the efficient flow of materials through the Erlanger Distribution Center to meet production requirements.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Lead and manage kitting operations for LEAP engine components, ensuring timely and accurate assembly of kits.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, delivery, and cost (SQDC) priorities.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize kitting processes and improve operational efficiency.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and drive initiatives to meet or exceed targets.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, supply chain, and logistics teams to align kitting operations with production schedules.
• Mentor the kitting team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Identify and resolve operational challenges to ensure seamless kitting processes.
• Develop & Review manpower capacity requirements with operations to ensure capacity aligns with future volume.
• Daily communication with assembly and fulfillment teams on production needs.
• Develop technical expertise on use of Warehouse Management System, IMPACT, and Process Weaver.
• Participation in shop improvement projects/events
• Drives Assy area Daily Management and supports site operating meetings and rhythms.
• Maintain compliance with regulatory and company standards
• Execution of FLIGHT DECK fundamentals to drive problem solving

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or institution (OR a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years' experience in warehousing, logistics or manufacturing environment)
• A minimum of 3 years in warehousing, logistics or manufacturing environment

Desired Characteristics

• Experience in kitting, manufacturing, or supply chain operations.
• Strong knowledge of kitting processes, inventory management, and logistics.
• Ability to analyze data and implement process improvements.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.

GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan 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.

GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its 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.

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace 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 Aerospace 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).