• Drive quality metrics for forgings & materials team, including action plan preparation and implementation • Direct projects and teams for timely resolution of quality escapes, CIDs, SPRs and other key/critical processes within GE Aerospace’s Quality Systems • Prepare communications and be active part of the resolution process • Own supplier metrics, actively working with suppliers to close CAPA's and improvements utilizing supplier scorecards • Documenting and driving improvement plans where needed • Manage business metrics for forgings and materials • Partner with Quality Manager(s) to provide support to Supplier Quality Engineers (SQEs) and Suppliers to drive metric improvements • Mentors and facilitates Team Members for emerging QEMs, and other aspects of Supplier Quality and Quality Manager’s roles • Utilize Zero Defects and related problem-solving tools to develop and manage action plans to meet key metrics • Develop and implement supplier quality standards and processes for forgings and materials • Monitor supplier performance and ensure compliance with GE Aerospace's quality requirements • Conduct supplier audits and assessments to identify risks and opportunities for improvement • Lead root cause analysis and corrective action processes for supplier-related quality issues • Collaborate with suppliers to resolve non-conformances and prevent recurrence • Drive Lean and Six Sigma initiatives to improve supplier quality and reduce defects • Partner with suppliers to implement process improvements and enhance product quality • Support new product introduction (NPI) by ensuring supplier readiness and capability • Ensure suppliers meet regulatory and industry standards, including AS9100, ISO 9001, and other relevant certifications • Maintain accurate documentation of supplier quality metrics, audits, and corrective actions • Identify and mitigate risks in the supply chain related to forgings and materials • Develop contingency plans to address potential disruptions