Senior Change Agent

trane technologies • La Crosse, WI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Trane Technologies is hiring a Senior Change Agent in LaCrosse, WI to support Lean transformation by ensuring Lean principles, practices and tools are incorporated. As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King, sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. This role is for an On-Site position, working 5 days a week.

Requirements

• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to speak and communicate effectively with various audiences.
• Viewed as leader who can energize and motivate inclusive teams, and a positive influencer of change.
• Minimum 3 years of experience working in a Lean environment, training, coaching and developing Lean principles and continuous improvement-based tools and techniques required.
• Experience facilitating at least 30 successful Rapid Improvement events using a defined process, with proven capability to deliver significant improvement in operational and financial metrics.

Nice To Haves

• Associates or Bachelor of Science degree or related discipline preferred (Equivalent education / training / or experience will be considered in lieu of a formal degree).
• Candidates without a 4-year degree are encouraged to apply. We prioritize practical experience, relevant skills, and alignment with our leadership principles.
• Knowledge of the Shingo model preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducting value stream analysis to assess the efficiency and effectiveness of current operations and create vision for a new future state.
• Review existing and new procedures/controls to identify obstacles, create plans and organize teams to change.
• Lead the planning and execution of Rapid Improvement Events or Just Do It actions to eliminate waste from processes resulting in improved productivity.
• Training/coaching staff (line leaders or office staff) via Gemba walks on problem solving behaviors and basic Lean methodologies including flow, on demand, zero defects, standardized work and visual management.
• Support adherence to 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 and leaders to adopt lean principles and behaviors.
• Collaborating with the Value Stream Coach, Site Leader, Department Managers and Supervisors to resolve any issues that arise during implementation and/or maintenance phases.
• Fulfilling the duties of a Value Stream Coach when needed.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives
• Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• 401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution.
• Paid time off includes 15 vacation days, 9 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
• Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree