Lean OpEx Technician

POSITION SUMMARY

 ·         Under the direction of the Value Stream Coach, position is responsible for helping drive continuous improvement in overall operations through the implementation of lean transformation tools and daily management initiatives. The individual selected will drive improvements through tactical support of RIEs and other lean transformation activities.   

·         Will often be working with operators to turn improvement ideas into safe, workable, solutions.

 t Trane Technologies^TM  and through our businesses including Trane^® and Thermo King^®, we create innovative climate solutions for buildings, homes, and transportation that challenge what’s possible for a sustainable world. We're a team that dares to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities. We believe in a better future when we uplift others and enable our people to thrive at work and at home. We boldly go.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

 ·         Support Kaizen and RIE events comprised of multi-functional team members

·         Manage multiple MDI boards

·         Coach MDI team lean to back to basics

·         Lead execution and coaching of visual workplace through 5S process (sort, set in order, shine, standardize, sustain) across all work areas in value stream

·         Conduct cycle time analyses, time studies, line balance improvements, workplace analysis and improvement projects.

·         Work with necessary site personnel to identify, address, and eliminate process related obstacles.

·         Assist in the change of systems and processes in support of Lean initiatives

·         Participate in or co-facilitate projects, RIEs and “just do-it’s”

·         Provide necessary training specific to Lean Transformation tools and methodology (under the guidance of the Value Stream Coach).

·         Help update and maintain visual performance tools, including mission control and MDI boards

·         Following up on action plans including box 7 actions to assist and track closure

·         Assist teams as needed to ensure improvements are made and sustained

·         Create and implement standard work, and teach/coach line leaders to do the same

·         Implement / coach the use of cell control boards and other visual management tools

·         Assist operations in problem solving issues affecting takt attainment

·         Support communication of the direction of Lean Transformation and daily management initiatives to employees

·         Drive OpEx culture change through coaching of employees and leaders to drive lean behaviors, and follow the principles and practices of OpEx

  QUALIFICATIONS

 ·         Production and Processing – Basic knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality controls, costs, and other elements associated with an effective manufacturing system.

·         Safety/Ergo – Strong working knowledge of Trane/OSHA safety rules & ergonomic guidelines

·         Leadership – previously demonstrated ability to facilitate safety, quality, delivery, inventory, productivity and/or training objectives resulting in improved operations and/or employee relationships.

·         Critical Thinking – above average demonstrated use of logic in understanding and solving problems

·         Creative Thinking – ability to look at problems from many angles to find simple, effective solutions

·         Self-starter – takes the initiative to identify & drive improvement. 

Base Pay Range (for Colorado Residents):  $24.99 – 29.32 (Minimum to Max)

 ·         Disclaimer: This "range" could be a result of seniority, merit, geographic location where the work is performed, education, experience, travel requirements for the job, or because of a system the employer uses to measure earnings by quantity or quality of production (so, for example, positions that may not have traditional salary ranges).

·         Benefits vary by region, business alignment, union involvement and employee status.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.