Job Overview
Location
Remote
Job Type
Full-time
Category
Operations Manager
Date Posted
March 1, 2026
Full Job Description
📋 Description
- • As the Supplier Capacity Leader for Forgings, Airfoils, and Structures, you will be instrumental in driving the technical development of critical manufacturing commodities to meet an aggressive capacity ramp-up schedule, directly supporting Gevo Inc.'s growing customer demand.
- • This pivotal role requires a deep engagement with Gevo's Global Commodity Leaders (GCLs), quality assurance functions, and engineering teams, fostering collaborative relationships with a global network of suppliers.
- • You will lead the execution of key development milestones, strategically expediting global sourcing initiatives to secure the necessary capacity for these vital components.
- • A core responsibility involves meticulously reviewing technical documentation, working hand-in-hand with Supplier Quality Engineers (SQEs) to analyze deviations and qualification data.
- • Your expertise will be crucial in expediting the technical approval process, ensuring that all products delivered meet Gevo's stringent quality standards.
- • You will collaborate closely with suppliers to gain a comprehensive understanding of their capacity, potential constraints, and the intricacies of their full value stream.
- • Based on this understanding, you will identify and implement projects designed to eliminate bottlenecks and enhance overall production efficiency.
- • A significant aspect of the role involves driving the review and analysis of GE specifications across various functional teams.
- • Your insights will be vital in identifying areas for improvement, specifically focusing on enhancing the producibility of complex forged and structural components.
- • You will be responsible for managing detailed capacity ramp-up action plans, diligently monitoring progress, and providing weekly status reports to key stakeholders.
- • This role demands proactive support for critical and top fulfillment demands, ensuring that Gevo's most important customer orders are met without compromise.
- • You will act as an active partner to both the supply chain and engineering teams, skillfully balancing supplier change requests against potential risks and demonstrable value.
- • Your ability to identify and remove internal and external obstacles will be critical to facilitating the rapid implementation of growth strategies and capacity expansion projects.
- • This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the supply chain for advanced manufacturing components, directly impacting Gevo's ability to scale and meet market demand.
- • You will be at the forefront of ensuring that Gevo's supply base is robust, technically capable, and ready to support future growth.
- • The role requires a strategic mindset, enabling you to anticipate future capacity needs and proactively develop solutions.
- • You will contribute to the continuous improvement of supplier performance and Gevo's overall supply chain resilience.
- • This is a remote position, offering flexibility while requiring significant travel to engage with global suppliers and internal teams.
- • You will be a key liaison, translating technical requirements into actionable supplier development plans and ensuring alignment between Gevo's engineering vision and supplier execution capabilities.
- • The success in this role will be measured by the timely and effective ramp-up of supplier capacity, the successful qualification of new suppliers and processes, and the consistent delivery of high-quality forgings, airfoils, and structural components.
- • You will play a critical role in mitigating supply chain risks associated with capacity limitations and technical challenges.
- • This position requires a strong understanding of manufacturing processes, quality systems, and supply chain dynamics within the aerospace or advanced manufacturing sectors.
- • You will be expected to foster a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration with our supplier partners.
- • The ability to navigate complex technical discussions and drive consensus among diverse stakeholders is paramount.
- • Ultimately, you will be a driving force in ensuring Gevo's supply chain can support its ambitious growth objectives.
🎯 Requirements
- • Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited university or college.
- • A minimum of 10 years of experience in Engineering, Supplier Quality, or Supply Chain Development.
- • Willingness and ability to travel at least 60% of the time.
- • Large Forging Machining and Processing technical expertise.
🏖️ Benefits
- • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
- • Access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource.
- • Access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.
- • GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan (401k) with company matching and contributions.
- • Tuition assistance.
- • Adoption assistance.
- • Paid parental leave.
- • Disability benefits.
- • Life insurance.
- • 12 paid holidays.
- • Permissive time off.
- • Remote work flexibility.
- • Bonus eligibility (discretionary annual bonus).
Skills & Technologies
Senior
Remote
Degree Required
About Gevo Inc.
Gevo Inc. is a renewable chemicals and advanced biofuels company focused on the production of low-carbon gasoline, jet fuel, and renewable chemicals from sustainably sourced biomass. It combines biotechnology, renewable energy, and catalytic chemistry to create drop-in fuels that reduce greenhouse-gas emissions. Gevo operates a demonstration biorefinery in Colorado and is commercializing its Net-Zero 1 plant in South Dakota, aiming to scale production of sustainable aviation fuel and other renewable hydrocarbons. The company serves airlines, logistics providers, and fuel distributors seeking to meet carbon-reduction mandates and sustainability targets.
