Posted Position Title F&PT Channel Audit Program Lead

Job Number	1896295
Business	GE Oil & Gas
Business Segment	Oil & Gas
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Career Level	Experienced
Function	Quality
Function Segment	Lean Six Sigma
Location(s) Where Opening Is Available	United States
U.S. State, China or Canada Provinces	Texas
City	Houston
Postal Code	77041-2001
Relocation Expenses	Yes
Role Summary/Purpose	GE is an equal opportunity employer, offering a great work environment, challenging career opportunities, professional training and competitive compensation. The Channel Audit Program Lead will be responsible to manage the process, schedule and perform audits of F&PT valve sales and service channel partners. This will include approximately 40% travel to perform audits.
Essential Responsibilities	The Channel Audit Program Lead will be responsible for managing and tracking the audit schedule for our Masoneilan and Consolidated valve channel partners. Channel partners are certified 3rd party distributor and service companies who purchase and resell F&PT valves and who may be certified by F&PT to set, test, inspect, and possibly assemble pressure relief and pressure control valves. In this role, you will integrate and improve the business processes to track and perform the audits across the global organization, and will be expected to perform the majority of the North America audits. The successful candidate will have functional expertise to set, test, and inspect Masoneilan and Consolidated valves.In addition, you will: Develop regional contacts to compile a comprehensive list of channel partners and the scope and timing of their current certifications Track and manage upcoming channel audit schedules using GenSuite or other designated system Develop constructive working relationships with our channel partners which aids them in maintaining and expanding their functional and process competencies Identify and expand the available channel audit resource population globally Lead regional stabilization and standardization of the audit process Support expansion of audit report and analysis Drive corrective actions Promote a culture
Qualifications/Requirements	Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university Minimum of 3 years of related industry experienceELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Ability and willingness to travel approximately 40% of the year to perform channel audits, primarily in North America but occasionally in other regions, as required
Additional Eligibility Qualifications	GE 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 background investigation and drug screen.
Desired Characteristics	Experience in either internal or supplier audits to GE standards Strong communication, presentation and influencing skills Ability to achieve excellent performance in individual and team environments Demonstrated ability for on-time performance in a challenging work environment Demonstrated technical experience in a field service, product service, manufacturing QC or other industrial service background Six Sigma Green Belt, or equivalent Quality Certification GE certified auditor or lead auditor RCA leader certified Demonstrated ability to excel in customer service Prior experience in the inspection, set and test of Consolidated and/or Masoneilan valves Strong interpersonal and communications skills Familiar with ASME codes and standards for boiler and pressure containing vales and componentsWhy join one great company when you can join many? We’re passionate about making life better with new ideas and technologies. Experience personal growth and competency development as part of the GE team. GE Oil & Gas is a world leader in advanced technologies and services with 43,000 employees in more than 100 countries supporting customers across the industry—from extraction to transportation to end use. Our unrelenting commitment to the environment, health and safety, quality and integrity defines us: it’s The Way We Work. We develop smart solutions for our customers across the oil and gas value chain delivering the innovation, customized service solutions, training programs and technology that helps them to maximize their efficiency, productivity and equipment reliability. We partner with our customers to develop their next generation workforce; help them to fully benefit from the megatrends of natural gas, the growth of subsea and hard-to-reach reserves and the revolution in asset health management.Learn more about GE Oil and Gas Today! Houston continues to grow attracting residents from many diverse backgrounds & is currently listed as the 4th largest city in the US. While the city sits on the gulf coast plain, the area also offers grasslands, forests, & 337 parks. There are more than 55 colleges & universities & many institutions engaged in research & development including the Texas Medical Center & NASA’s Johnson Space Center. Houston’s economy is based in energy, manufacturing, aeronautics, & technology; only NYC is home to more Fortune 500 headquarters. The city is home to the Houston Astros as well as many cultural institutions & exhibits and an active Theater District. See why we love Houston! To stay connected with exciting news and the latest job opportunities from GE AMSTC, Aviation, Energy Management, Oil & Gas, Power & Water and Transportation, follow us on twitter: @geconnections