Senior Manufacturing Operations Leader

trane technologies • La Crosse, WI

8d • $113,600 - $204,610 • Onsite

About The Position

Trane Technologies is hiring a Senior Manufacturing Operations Leader in La Crosse, Wisconsin. This on-site role coordinates the day-to-day activities of supervisors and production workers to ensure manufacturing operations meet established production specifications and standards. The role leads daily activities of supervisors and production staff, with a priority on safety, quality, and effective department operations. It also contributes to the quality, efficiency, and effectiveness of the team and its contribution to the department.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field.
• 8–10 years of progressive manufacturing experience.
• Knowledge of process improvement techniques, including Lean.
• Knowledge of raw materials, quality systems, and standards.
• Knowledge of health and safety standards and compliance.
• Demonstrated proficiency in supervising multiple processes.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects effectively.
• Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Ability to work independently, multitask, and succeed in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to adapt to and drive change effectively.
• Proficiency with Oracle, Apriso, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the volume and quality of production output and make adjustments to meet production specifications, use resources efficiently, and identify and resolve performance problems.
• Review and compile operations records, including yield, scrap, and maintenance costs.
• Manage individual employee performance to accepted standards, including safety, workmanship, attendance, and job performance.
• Foster positive employee relationships, including manufacturing relations, and support an environment for high-performance work teams.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of new processes, tools, and equipment.
• Supervise staff to ensure production tasks are completed and machines and equipment are operated safely.
• Develop and operate within budget requirements.
• Determine and implement improvements to the production process.

Benefits

• Health insurance and holistic wellness programs with incentives, effective on day one for the employee and family.
• Fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• Up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional options supporting volunteer and parental leave.
• 401(k) match.
• Educational and training opportunities through company programs.
• Tuition assistance and student debt support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior