Operations Supervisor - Facilities Preventative Maintenance - Aerospace Research

Job Description Summary

The Operations Supervisor - Facilities Preventative Maintenance role will manage the work of hourly employees and contracted services in execution of preventative maintenance work scope at the GE Aerospace Niskayuna New York Research Center. Preventative maintenance asset management system use along with effective resource utilization will ensure work orders are completed by staff to plan. This role will include direction of unionized hourly skilled trades including, but not limited to: Service Equipment Operators, Machine Repair, Electricians, Steamfitter/plumber, Millwright, etc. Contracted services can include HVAC Systems, industrial equipment manufacturers, construction services providers, etc. The successful candidate will make business critical decisions in a timely manner while meeting safety, quality, and delivery metrics within the Facilities Organization.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

In this role you will:

• Lead execution of & development of Facilities Organization preventative maintenance procedures for the site.
• Direct the activities of an hourly team within the Facilities Organization including work priorities, development planning, operator training, etc.
• Drive a culture in the Facilities Organization where safety is the top priority.
• Collaborate with partner teams to ensure spares inventory is in place and on time for service work orders. Drive effectiveness & improvements across the workorder process.
• Achieve the highest levels of internal and external customer service. Provide timely and corrective feedback for quality issues.
• Troubleshoot mechanical & electrical systems, equipment, and continually improve service procedures.
• Lead and drive successful equipment installations and commissioning, repairs, improvements, and shutdowns.
• Team with contract engineers and outside engineering/architectural consultants to put together design specifications and drawings for construction packages.
• Identify and execute approved projects to improve facilities process quality, cost, and cycle improvements.
• Apply lean methods to reduce waste throughout the Facilities operation.
• Analyze metrics to optimize staff utilization, set space requirements, improve workflow, and layout equipment to achieve maximum operational performance, quality, and reliability.
• Design, procure and implement tooling and fixturing to support emergent concerns.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university or college (OR High School Diploma / GED with a minimum of 15 years of experience in Manufacturing or Facilities Operations)
• Must be willing to work on site at our facility in Niskayuna, New York
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. GEA will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

Desired Characteristics

• 10 years of experience in Facilities Maintenance.
• Maximo or equivalent asset management software experience.
• Microsoft and AutoCAD proficient.
• Working knowledge of NFPA, OSHA and New York State Building Code.
• Ability to manage multiple diverse activities simultaneously.
• Ability to communicate effectively and contribute to team projects.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Strong project and team leadership.
• HAP or other HVAC load calculation software proficiency.
• Honeywell and Automate Logic Experience.
• Experience directing a represented workforce.
• PLC and VFD experience.

The base pay range for this position is $93,800 - $156,400 USD annually. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary. This posting is expected to close on December 1, 2024

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, 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 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 planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their 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.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE 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 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: Yes