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Trane Technologies

Global HVAC and refrigeration efficiency solutions

OpEx Lean Continuous Improvement Technician

Manufacturing EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeGrand Rapids, MI, USA$27.71 /hr

About the Job

Requirements

  • High school diploma and two years of manufacturing experience.
  • Excellent customer service skills.
  • Ability to stand and walk for long periods.
  • Ability to maneuver around a job site, including small spaces in and around equipment.
  • Ability to lead positively and enthusiastically.
  • Self-motivation and flexibility to shift priorities as needed.
  • Ability to work in a team environment.
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Willingness to participate in continuous learning as part of the job and personal development.
  • Exemplary performance in attitude, attendance, and ability.
  • Commitment to continuous improvement in products, services, and processes.
  • Knowledge of Trane Technologies' purpose, strategies, and principles.
  • Experience working with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other applications.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally, with internal and external associates at all levels, including by telephone.
  • Willingness to change, flex, and learn.

Responsibilities

  • Train and coach hourly operators and other employees on lean tools and processes.
  • Support Rapid Improvement Events with team members from varied functions.
  • Lead the execution and coaching of visual workplace practices through the 5S process across all work areas in the value stream.
  • Ensure workplace safety.
  • Conduct cycle time analyses, time studies, line balance improvements, and workplace analysis and improvement.
  • Work with site personnel to identify, address, and eliminate process-related obstacles.
  • Assist with changing systems and processes to support lean initiatives.
  • Participate in, co-facilitate, or facilitate projects, Rapid Improvement Events, and JDIs.
  • Provide training on 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.
  • Follow up on action plans, including box 7 actions and closure.
  • Assist teams as needed to ensure improvements are made and sustained.
  • Help create and implement standard work and teach and coach team leaders to do the same.
  • Obtain fixtures, tools, work aids, and poka-yokes to support workplace changes.
  • Implement and coach the use of cell control boards and other visual management tools.
  • Assist operations with problem-solving issues affecting takt attainment.
  • Resolve issues after Rapid Improvement Events to achieve the desired state.
  • Support communication of the direction of lean transformation and daily management initiatives to employees.
  • Drive OpEx culture change by coaching employees and leaders to adopt lean behaviors and follow OpEx principles and practices.
  • Complete Team Leader Development Training.
  • Conduct audits to ensure lean sustainability.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

  • An associate degree and manufacturing experience are preferred.

About the Company

Trane Technologies

Global HVAC and refrigeration efficiency solutions

Trane Technologies focuses on climate innovation by delivering sustainable HVAC and refrigeration solutions through its Trane and Thermo King brands. It helps buildings, homes, and transportation achieve higher energy efficiency with high-performance climate control equipment and ongoing maintenance services. The company differentiates itself by offering an integrated portfolio of energy-efficient products and service contracts across both HVAC and refrigeration, backed by a commitment to sustainability. Its goal is to lower energy use and carbon emissions for customers while supporting a healthier planet.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Dublin, Ireland
Founded
1871

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