At Trane Technologies® we Challenge Possible. Our brands – including Trane® and Thermo King® - create access to cooling and comfort in buildings and homes, transport and protect food and perishables, connect customers to elevated performance with less environmental impact, dramatically reduce energy demands and carbon emissions, and innovate with a better world in mind. We boldly challenge what’s possible for a sustainable world.
Job Summary:
Trane Technologies is hiring a Senior Change Agent in Dallas, TX, Atlanta, GA or Bridgeton, MO to support Lean transformation by ensuring Lean principles, practices and tools are incorporated.
Responsibilities:
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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.
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Lead the planning and execution of Rapid Improvement Events or Just Do Its to eliminate waste from processes resulting in improved productivity.
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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.
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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.
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Fostering culture change by training, developing and coaching employees and leaders to adopt lean principles and behaviors.
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Collaborating with the Value Stream Coach, Site Leader, Department Managers and Supervisors to resolve any issues that arise during implementation and/or maintenance phases.
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Fulfilling the duties of a Value Stream Coach when needed.
Qualifications:
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Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to speak and communicate effectively with various audiences.
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Viewed as leader who can energize and motivate inclusive teams, and a positive influencer of change.
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Associates or Bachelor of Science degree or related discipline preferred (Equivalent education / training / or experience will be considered in lieu of a formal degree).
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Minimum 3 years of experience working in a Lean environment, training, coaching and developing Lean principles and continuous improvement based tools and techniques required.
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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.
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Knowledge of the Shingo model preferred.
Other Requirements:
- Must be able to travel (approximately 50%) to other locations and customers
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs that help our employees thrive in both their professional and personal lives. We are proud of our winning culture which is inclusive and respectful at its core. We share passion for serving customers, caring for others, and boldly challenging what’s possible for a sustainable world.
We are committed to achieving workforce diversity reflective of our communities. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.
