Job Information
Danfoss Continuous Improvement Engineer in Newbern, Tennessee
Continuous Improvement Engineer
Requisition ID: 39605
Job Location(s):
Newbern, TN, US
Job Description
Danfoss is seeking a committed and energized Improvement Expert to facilitate, support and drive continuous improvement activities through the entire process chain. The CI Engineer (The Change Agent) will be responsible for managing the Lean manufacturing initiatives in our Newbern, TN facility. This person will be required to identify, coordinate, lead and implement process improvements to achieve a 10% year-on-year productivity improvement.
Job Responsibilities
Lead, manage and develop the local lean manufacturing initiative
Actively lead the development of the local site lean manufacturing strategy, lean culture and provide
leadership
Ensure cooperation and compliance with corporate lean initiative and divisional guidelines and standards
Provide input, distribute and follow-up on lean manufacturing targets
Closely monitor the KPI’s and ensure corrective actions on deviations to the plan
Lead the roll-out of lean activities/programs
Work with employees to achieve productivity improvements that support the operating budget/targets
Work with Value Stream Managers to develop rolling Tactical Implementation Plans (TIP) that include
improvement targets that meet or exceed Danfoss Drives’ targets
Work with the organization to ensure lean concepts and tools are used in daily work
Continue to develop personal skill set in the application of lean tools and the overall competencies in
Danfoss Drives
Perform other duties as assigned
Background & Skills
Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering, or Operations Management
3 years’ experience working in an extensive lean manufacturing program
Experience in MRP II Systems, SAP preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint)
Results oriented with track record of delivering bottom-line improvements
Team leadership and development skills
Employee Benefits
We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:
Bonus system
Paid vacation
Opportunity to join Employee Resource Groups
State of the art virtual work environment
Employee Referral Program
This list does not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.
Danfoss – Engineering Tomorrow
At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways - driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.
Following our founder’s mindset “action speaks louder than words”, we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.
Danfoss is an EO employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.
Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.
Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.
Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 42.000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.
Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.
Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.
Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 42.000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.