ESD Program Manager

ESD Program Manager

The ESD Program Manager Manufacturing Quality is responsible for providing overall leadership in executing the Business wide Electro Static Discharge Management System within 9 manufacturing sites. The position works closely with product line management and cross-functional teams—including Technology, Operations, Engineering, and Supplier Quality—to address and reduce the Cost of Quality and enhance product profitability. The leader will drive operational excellence by promoting a high-performance quality culture.

Location: USA, Louisville, KY

How You'll Create Possibilities

• Maintain and improve the company ESD control Program
• Ensure compliance with ANSI/ESD S20.20 and IEC 61340 Standards
• Conduct Factory audits and workstation evaluations
• Investigating ESD/EOS-related product failures
• Develop Corrective and preventive actions
• Train manufacturing associates on ESD best practices
• Manage grounding, ionization, packaging and material controls
• Analyze trends and recommend process improvements

What You'll Bring to Our Team

Minimum Qualifications:

• BS or BA Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• 5 +years of ESD experience in Manufacturing or electronics

Preferred Qualifications:

• Deep knowledge of ANSI/ESD S20.20
• Experience with ESD testing equipment and auditing
• Strong root cause analysis and problem-solving skills
• Extensive operations/manufacturing quality experience
• Knowledge of Appliances manufacturing processes
• High initiative, self-starter, proactive, dedicated, results oriented, a team player.
• Technical degree or equivalent experience in high volume manufacturing environment

Working Conditions:

• Travel to other manufacturing locations as needed (15-25%)

Our Culture

Our work is centered on our People and Culture as reflected in our Zero Distance philosophy and we recognize the importance of reaffirming our commitment to inclusion and diversity (I&D). This underscores our commitment to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, connected, and empowered to contribute, while positioning our organization to adapt seamlessly to the evolving needs of our workforce and communities. This reflects our dedication to creating solutions that: Empower colleagues by fostering an environment where all voices are heard, valued, and encouraged to contribute. Strengthen communities where we live and work. Reinforce a culture of belonging, purpose, and engagement. Reflect the diversity of the communities we serve through our workforce, products, and practices. By further embedding Zero Distance into our People and Culture framework, we will continue to build a deeply connected organization. We are cultivating a culture of engagement, belonging, and connection, because while attracting new talent remains a priority, retention is a cornerstone of our strategy.

GE Appliances is a trust-based organization. It is important we offer our employees the flexibility they need to do their best work while balancing the needs of the business and individuals. When you join GE Appliances, you will have the opportunity to work with your leader to create a flexible work arrangement that balances the needs of the individual, team, and organization.

GE Appliances 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 Appliances participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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