Maintenance Operations Leader

Job Description Summary

GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy, while helping our customers power economies and deliver the electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. If we want our energy future to be different…we must be different.

We have an immediate need for a Maintenance Operations Leader for 3rd Shift in Equipment Maintenance. In this role, you will provide leadership and planning for equipment maintenance team supporting cell imperatives, safety, quality, delivery, people, projects and cost. You will be expected to make business critical decisions in a timely manner while demonstrating leadership in communicating business goals, programs, and processes for equipment maintenance team to support all production areas or business segment.

In this role, you will utilize your experience or expertise to solve problems, develop and execute objectives for yourself and others, that directly affect short-term and long-term business goals. So if this is the perfect fit for you, come join our Equipment Maintenance department and be a part of the impactful future we are creating here at GE.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities: 

• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and business standards 
• Develop, coordinate, lead and execute daily production plans consistent with the goals and objectives of the department 
• Drive key performance metrics and track results for business priorities as defined by your role i.e. safety, quality, productivity, delivery, people, projects and cost as they relate to Equipment Maintenance metrics such as Downtime percentage, Mean Time Between Failures, Mean Time to Repair, and PM Completion percentage per cell
• Support training and development of all maintenance team members
• Provide technical direction and support needs for assigned maintenance technicians, technical leads, engineering technicians which includes: trouble-shooting and problem solving equipment issues, resource and coverage planning, scheduling overtime, and supporting production cell priorities
• Monitor adherence to daily production goals, attend all Lean Production Meetings (L1 / L2 / L3) per cell to support key performance metrics and goals and objectives
• Work with cross-functional peers to troubleshoot and resolve technical and quality issues as they arise 
• Drive daily preventative maintenance program to improve machine reliability and performance
• Support, encourage and facilitate core manufacturing principles by providing adequate time for training and for teams to accomplish continuous improvement projects 
• Work to maintain and further develop a Visual Management including support for a 5S program, equipment maintenance inventory, and metric displays 
• Develop and support the technical growth of all employees 
• Support all company workplace policies including attendance and safety objectives 
• Work with HR to develop a performance-oriented work environment encompassing timely performance appraisals, reviews for new employees, and timely disciplinary action when warranted 
• Coordinate planning and scheduling activities for project improvements, and lean initiatives
• Apply appropriate optimization methodologies to balance inventory, and resource utilization  
• Monitor performance metrics to the plan and take pro-active action to solve problems and mitigate risk in meeting the plan.  This includes the use of, and even creation of, L1 and L2 Communication boards. 
• Interface with other GE organizations to benchmark best practices and continuous improvement projects 
• Other duties as assigned 

Basic Requirements: 

• Bachelor's degree in engineering discipline from an accredited university or college OR a High School Diploma / GED with at least 4 years of experience in Manufacturing
• Minimum of 3 years of management / leadership or influencing experience in an industrial maintenance environment
• 2-3 years in a Maintenance Technician role
• Maintenance CNC experienced
• Ability to work 3rd shift (10:45pm - 6:45am), with or without reasonable accommodation. Must be willing to work overtime as required by business needs including daily turnover meetings

Desired Characteristics 

• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills  
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to influence others and lead small teams  
• Lead initiatives of moderate scope and impact  
• Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously while managing daily responsibilities
• Demonstrate effective problem identification and solution skills  
• Proven analytical electrical and mechanical trouble-shooting ability 
• Advocate for change 
• SAP/BMS and CMMS (Central Maintenance Management System) is preferred 

Benefits Available to You

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 help you manage your personal and family needs, while rewarding high performers. 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.

Inclusion & Diversity

At GE Vernova, we believe in the value of your unique identity, background and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture, where everyone feels empowered to do their best work because they feel accepted, respected and that they belong.  Click here to learn more: https://jobs.gecareers.com/vernova/global/en/i-d-e

About GE Gas Power

GE Gas Power engineers cleaner, more accessible energy that people depend on, powering growth and prosperity for people everywhere. Our leading technologies produce a third of the world’s electricity thanks to our talented people, who make gas work for our customers, stakeholders and the world. Through relentless innovation and continuous partnership with our customers, we are building the energy technologies of the future and providing the cleaner, more efficient power people depend on today.

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $91,700.00 and $152,700.00. 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 11, 2026.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.