Job Description
Job Title: Continuous Improvement Specialist - LEAN Manufacturing - Forest City NC Req ID: 47788 Job Location Short: Forest City NC USA Employment Type: Full Time Segment: Danfoss Power Solutions Segment Job Category: Supply Chain and Operations Work Location Type: On-site
The Impact Youll Make
CI Engineer The Change Agent will be responsible for managing the Lean manufacturing initiatives in our Forest City NC facility. This person will be required to identify, coordinate, lead, and implement process improvements to achieve a 10 year-on-year productivity improvement.
What Youll Be Doing
Responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to the following:
• Lead manage and develop the local lean manufacturing initiative • Actively lead the development of the local site lean manufacturing strategy, lean culture, and provide leadership • Ensure cooperation and compliance with corporate lean initiative and divisional guidelines and standards • Provide input, distribute, and follow up on lean manufacturing targets • Closely monitor KPIs and ensure corrective actions on deviations to the plan • Lead the roll-out of lean activities/programs • Work with employees to achieve productivity improvements that support the operating budget/targets • Work with Value Stream Managers to develop rolling Tactical Implementation Plans (TIP) that include improvement targets that meet or exceed Danfoss Drives targets • Work with the organization to ensure lean concepts and tools are used in daily work • Continue to develop personal skill set in the application of lean tools and overall competencies in Danfoss Drives • Perform other duties as assigned
What Were Looking For
Bachelors degree in Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering or Operations Management 3 years experience working in an extensive lean manufacturing program Experience in MRP II Systems SAP preferred Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint Results-oriented with a track record of delivering bottom-line improvements Team leadership and development skills
What Youll Get from Us
At Danfoss, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters creativity, innovation, and a broader perspective in decision-making. When you consider this job posting, do you feel like your profile is not a perfect match? Numerous studies have found that women and people of color are more likely to apply only when they meet all requirements listed in the job posting. Even if you do not check all the boxes, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are curious to find out how you can bring new insights to the role or to Danfoss as an organization.
We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:
• Bonus system • Paid vacation • Retirement plan • Flexible working hours • Personal insurance • Opportunity to join Employee Resource Groups • State-of-the-art virtual work environment • Employee Referral Program
Ready to Make a Difference
If this role excites you, wed love to hear from you. Apply now to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.
Information at a Glance
Apply now Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification. Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.
Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 39,360 people serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.
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