Factory Quality Management System Lead

# Job Description Summary

The Quality Management System Lead is responsible for all Quality documentation, along with adherence to and maintenance of the Factory Quality Management System. The role requires a proficient understanding of the ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100 Standards; ensuring that the Factory meets the intent of the standard and can demonstrate evidence of compliance. The role also requires manufacturing product and process knowledge to ensure compliance to Engineering Design standards and Quality requirements. Development of a strong cross-functional network with Engineering, Sourcing, and the Field will be required to maintain a collaborative approach to Quality.

# Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

The Quality Management System Lead will:

- Functionally own all aspects of Schenectady’s Quality Management System, including but not limited to:

- Management of the Factory Quality Management System as it relates to Factory Operations

- Aligning Factory Quality documentation with ISO 9001:2015, AS9100, and GE Vernova Global Standards

- Preparing Factory for and supporting external LRQA, Cross Business, Customer, and Schenectady internal audits

- Establishing Standard Work across Manufacturing Cells for ownership, control and consistency of documentation

- Supporting performance to Key Process Indicators (KPI’s) through documentation accuracy and timeliness

- Develop annual Factory internal audit schedule and ensure timely completion of audits

- Ensure timeliness of documentation reviews, updates, and approvals consistent with QMS requirements

- Proficient use of Schenectady Quality Systems (CARA, Power Now, Fiori, GenSuite, eSMS, WebCRT)

- Participate in Root Cause investigations and develop Corrective and Preventative Actions for identified Quality issues related to QMS documentation (using HOP’s, RCA’s, and PSR’s)

- Act as the liaison between the Factory, Sourcing, Engineering, Customer representatives and the Quality Team for all QMS related issues.

Qualifications/Requirements

- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (Or a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 3 years of experience in Manufacturing OR 5 years of military experience)

- 3 years of Manufacturing Quality experience

- Ability / Flexibility to work varied shifts to support 3-shift operation

Desired Characteristics

- Innovative: striving to drive innovation, challenge current thinking, and take smart risks

- Customer Focused: listening with humility / acting with urgency to create Customer value

- LEAN: daily continuous improvement and problem solving that drives growth

- Team mindset: inclusive and collaborative work that ensures team success

- Accountable: holds self and others to a high standard of integrity, transparency, and ownership

- Strong understanding of QMS, ISO 9001, and AS 9100

- Methodical thought process with acute attention to detail

Pay Transparency

The base pay range for this position is $81,700- $110,000. 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 10% performance bonus/variable incentive compensation/equity.

- The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas.

This posting is expected to close on Oct 7, 2025 or when suitable candidate identified.

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 reward high performers and help you manage your personal and family needs. 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 Vernova Gas Power

GE Vernova’s Gas Power business engineers advanced, efficient natural gas-powered technologies and services, along with decarbonization solutions that aim to help electrify a lower carbon future. It is a global leader in gas turbines and power plant technologies and services with the industry’s largest installed base.

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 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: No