Plant Lean Coach - 2nd shift

trane technologiesKentwood, MI
Onsite

About The Position

Trane Technologies is hiring a Change Agent in Grand Rapids, MI to support the Lean transformation by ensuring Lean principles, practices and tools are incorporated.

Requirements

  • Effective communication and presentation skills to various audiences.
  • Ability to facilitate a group’s activities and discussions using a defined process.
  • Viewed as leader who can energize and motivate inclusive teams, and a positive influencer of change.
  • Associates or Bachelor of Science degree or related discipline preferred (Equivalent education / training / or experience will be considered in lieu of a formal degree).
  • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement based tools and techniques required.

Responsibilities

  • Conducting process mapping to assess the efficiency and effectiveness of current operations; Review existing and new procedures/controls to identify waste and build plans and organize teams to change.
  • Planning and executing Rapid Improvement Events or Just Do Its to eliminate waste from processes resulting in improved productivity.
  • Training/coaching line leaders or office staff in assigned area on problem solving behaviors and basic Lean principles, including flow, on demand, zero defects, standardized work and visual management.
  • Support adherence to event Rapid Improvement Event standard work by ensuring high levels of engagement and collaboration during pre-work, event week and post event weeks.
  • Fostering culture change by training, developing and coaching employees to adopt lean principles behaviors and follow the principles and practices of OpEx.
  • Collaborating with the Value Stream Coach, Department Managers and Supervisors to resolve any issues that arise during implementation and/or maintenance phases.

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Holistic wellness programs
  • Fertility coverage
  • Adoption/surrogacy assistance
  • 401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution
  • Paid time off
  • Volunteer leave support
  • Parental leave support
  • Educational and training opportunities
  • Tuition assistance
  • Student debt support
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