Job Description SummaryAs a Supply Quality Leader within GE Vernova Grid Solutions, you will act as a key technical and operational authority responsible for driving flawless project execution and supplier quality excellence. Operating under the GE Vernova Way-with an unwavering commitment to safety, quality, delivery, and cost (SQDC)-and the Zero Defect Framework, your mission is to eliminate supplier-induced defects, enforce strict process compliance, and lead continuous improvement across assigned global commodities.
You will own the end-to-end quality interface between global suppliers, Sourcing, Engineering (CTO), Project Quality, and regional execution teams, ensuring that every component delivered to our high-stakes energy projects meets stringent quality standards.
Job DescriptionRoles and Responsibilities- Commodity Quality Standard Ownership: Own and deploy global commodity quality standards (Critical to Quality [CTQ] parameters, Inspection and Test Plans [ITPs], and standardized quality requirements [STDs]) in addition to Vendor Quality Assurance Requirements (VQAR).
- Surveillance Plan Execution: Deploy and execute the risk-based Global Surveillance Plan for assigned critical commodities (e.g., Transformers, GIS, Breakers, Cables, etc.). Conduct direct supplier surveillance, audits, and witness designated inspection points.
- First-Time Product Qualification (FPQ): Perform rigorous FPQ evaluations for new suppliers and newly introduced product applications never used before within GE Vernova Grid Solutions.
- Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) Governance: Oversee FAT compliance. Execute FAT on an exception basis (e.g., first FAT for new suppliers/applications, retests after failures, active supplier improvement triggers, or high-risk designations) while coordinating routine FAT witnessing with regional Project Quality teams.
- Escalation Management & Zero Defect Driving: Monitor and act upon Supplier Improvement Plan Triggers. Take immediate ownership when thresholds are breached.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with Global Supply Chain to enforce commercial levers in improvement plans and contract flow-downs; collaborate with CTO & Engineering on CTQs; and guide regional Project Quality teams and Third-Party Inspectors (TPIs).
- Return on Experience (ROE) & Lessons Learned (LL): Integrate historical NC data, root-cause corrective actions (RCCA), and lessons learned back into commodity standards to prevent defect recurrence.
- Team Workload: as a People leader, your role includes managing your team Workload and ensuring the project deliverables are completed on time, respecting SQDC in that order.
Required QualificationsEducation & Professional Experience- Degree: Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical discipline. Master's degree or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt certification is highly preferred.
- Experience: Significant experience in Supply Chain Quality, Supplier Development, or Quality Assurance within heavy manufacturing, power generation, grid infrastructure, or complex engineered-to-order project environments. Demonstrated hands-on experience with project-based manufacturing, supplier quality audits, process validation (PPAP/FPQ), and advanced quality planning.
Technical Skills & Competencies- Zero Defect Mindset: Deep working knowledge of quality tools (FMEA, Root Cause Analysis, 8D, Pareto Analysis, Control Plans) and a proven track record of driving down external and internal defect rates.
- Supply Chain & Manufacturing Knowledge: Strong understanding of manufacturing processes for critical electrical/mechanical commodities (e.g., Power Transformers, GIS, Circuit Breakers, Switchgear).
- Process & Standards Interpretation: Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings, technical specifications, Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), and international quality standards (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, etc.).
- Project & Stakeholder Management: Exceptional capability to navigate matrix organizations, align cross-functional teams (Sourcing, Engineering, Project Management), and manage external supplier relationships under high-pressure project timelines.
Desired Characteristics- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills. Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
- Demonstrated ability to lead programs / projects.
- Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.
- Established project management skills.
Additional InformationRelocation Assistance Provided: No
