Change Agent

Job Description
Danfoss Power Solutions is currently hiring for a Change Agent to support activities at our Van Wert, OH location. The Change Agent will be responsible for managing the Lean manufacturing initiatives in our Van Wert, OH 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 Fluid Conveyance 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 Fluid Conveyance
• Supports performance reviews and root cause problem solving
• Perform other duties as assigned
  
  

Background & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering, or Operations Management
• 5 years’ experience working in an extensive lean manufacturing program
• Experience in MRP 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
• Lean certifications preferred
  
  

Employee Benefits
We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:

• Bonus system
• Paid vacation
• Flexible working hours
• Possibility to work remotely
• Pension plan
• Personal insurance
• Communication package
• 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.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.