Continuous Improvement Leader

About the Role

Trane Technologies is hiring a Senior Change Agent in LaCrosse, WI to support Lean transformation by ensuring Lean principles, practices, and tools are incorporated. This role is on-site, 5 days a week.

Responsibilities

• Conduct value stream analysis to assess the efficiency and effectiveness of current operations and create a vision for a new future state.
• Review existing and new procedures/controls to identify obstacles, create plans, and organize teams to drive change.
• Lead the planning and execution of Rapid Improvement Events or Just Do It actions to eliminate waste from processes, resulting in improved productivity.
• Train and coach 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.
• Foster culture change by training, developing, and coaching employees and leaders to adopt lean principles and behaviors.
• Collaborate with the Value Stream Coach, Site Leader, Department Managers, and Supervisors to resolve any issues that arise during implementation and/or maintenance phases.
• Fulfill the duties of a Value Stream Coach when needed.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to speak and communicate effectively with various audiences.
• Viewed as a leader who can energize and motivate inclusive teams and positively influence change.
• Associates or Bachelor of Science degree in a related discipline preferred (equivalent education, training, or experience will be considered in lieu of a formal degree).
• Candidates without a 4-year degree are encouraged to apply. We prioritize practical experience, relevant skills, and alignment with our leadership principles.
• Minimum 3 years of experience working in a Lean environment, training, coaching, and developing Lean principles and continuous improvement-based tools and techniques.
• 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.
• Knowledge of the Shingo model preferred.

Pay

Annual Base Salary Range: $97,406.66 - $135,834.99

Benefits

• Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs with 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 includes 15 vacation days, 9 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
• Educational and training opportunities through company programs, along with tuition assistance and student debt support.

Disclaimer: Benefit offerings may vary depending on Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations.

Schedule

On-Site (5 days)