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GE Vernova lists this Site Quality Manager opportunity in bangor, Maine. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Description Summary
The Site Quality Manager is responsible for driving quality and operational excellence throughout the site and is accountable for ensuring the delivery of compliant products to customers while minimizing the cost of poor quality to the site and the business. This leader partners closely with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and other functional leaders to establish and sustain processes that prevent defects, detect issues early, and drive effective corrective and preventive actions when issues occur. In all matters, the Site Quality Manager acts with speed, urgency, and ownership to build and sustain a culture of zero defects and continuous improvement. This role is also responsible for working with site leadership to ensure employees are properly trained to perform required work and are equipped with the processes, tools, and standard work necessary for success. In this role, you will use your experience and expertise to lead a team of Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Inspection, and Process Quality Engineering professionals. You will focus on early identification of quality risks, implementation of defect prevention measures, and promotion of effective quality control across the site. Job Description
Essential Responsibilities
Champion Quality - Drive and implement effective quality culture into the organization (Zero Defect Framework)
Own shop operation quality metrics and drive systematic analysis & improvement actions
Implement effective Quality Management System
Maintain / roll out procedures and update to operations
Implement and lead process and quality improvement projects
Work with engineering and operation to identify, analyze, and solve quality issues
Help Inspection Supervisor in leading inspection team to meet safety, quality, production, and delivery metrics
Develop and implement process controls for critical processes
Deliver operational cost, sales, and margin budget and cash metrics
Manage the structured OJT and skill certification scheme
Drive root cause analysis for internal and external quality issues
Lead quality risk assessment on operation processes to mitigate potential risks and identify required actions
Train the Quality Team and site Operations on the proper use of quality tools and practices
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college (OR Associate's Degree with a minimum of 3 years of experience in quality or manufacturing)
Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in quality, manufacturing, operations, engineering, or repair services.
Minimum of 3 years of supervisory or management experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or military environment.
Desired Characteristics
Experience working within an ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System.
Demonstrated experience in root cause analysis, corrective action, and continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment.
Experience interacting with customers, auditors, and/or regulatory organizations, with the ability to build credibility and trust.
Strong knowledge of turbine, gas turbine, or rotating equipment manufacturing and quality processes.
Proven track record of driving quality improvement in a manufacturing environment.
Strong leadership, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to influence across functions and levels of the organization.
Strong operational background with the ability to simplify complex issues and focus on critical priorities.
Ability to manage multiple competing priorities and resolve issues that cross organizational boundaries.
Strong mechanical aptitude and practical understanding of manufacturing processes.
Experience in manufacturing quality, production, and/or engineering roles.
Demonstrated ability to analyze data, use statistical methods, and drive decisions based on facts.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Experience with quality tools and methods such as FMEA, control plans, SPC, CAPA, 8D, and Lean is preferred.
GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova 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 Vernova 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
For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $122,600.00 and $204,400.00. 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 18, 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.
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