Senior Plant Lean Coach

Trane Italia • Grand Rapids, MI

16d • Onsite

About The Position

Trane Technologies is a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions. The company emphasizes putting the planet first, with sustainability being integral to its business. They are seeking a Senior Change Agent in Grand Rapids, MI, to drive Lean transformation by integrating Lean principles, practices, and tools into operations. This role is crucial for fostering a culture of continuous improvement and efficiency within the plant.

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).
• 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 Its 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

• Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and 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, including in support of volunteer and parental leave needs.
• 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