Focus Factory Leader

Trane Technologies plc; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 135,000 - 188,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off up to 15 days

401K match and tuition assistance

Job summary

Trane Technologies is hiring a Focus Factory Leader in Columbia, SC to direct Sheet Metal Fabrication operations. You will drive safety, quality, and on-time delivery while building a high-performing team.

Lead cross-functional partners, apply Lean and Six Sigma, and champion continuous improvement to enable growth and operational excellence. This is an on-site role with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of manufacturing experience, supervisory preferred.
• Lean manufacturing knowledge; Six Sigma Black Belt or Green Belt preferred.
• Strong planning, problem analysis, and organizational skills.
• Ability to make timely decisions in stressful situations.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for the Sheet Metal Fabrication Focus Factory.
• Set operational priorities and drive performance in safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Lead salaried and hourly teams, building capability and accountability.
• Partner with Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, Maintenance, HR to align resources.
• Champion Lean initiatives and capital projects for future growth.
• Coach employees to improve performance and maintain safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Planning

Problem analysis

Organizational skills

Team leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or business

Tools

Lean manufacturing tools

Job description

Where is the work:

On-Site (5 days)

What's in it for you:

Trane Technologies is hiring a Focus Factory Leader in Columbia, SC.

The Focus Factory Leader provides direction to salaried and hourly production and support staff employees in a manufacturing and assembly environment. Plans and assigns work, enforces policies and procedures and recommends improvements in production methods, equipment, operating procedures and working conditions. Accountable for driving higher standards of excellence in manufacturing high quality products in a safe manner while assuring cost-efficient products and on-time delivery to customers, and for maintaining an environment of positive employee relations in a team environment.

What you will do:

Provide strategic leadership for the Sheet Metal Fabrication Focus Factory, establishing operational priorities and driving business performance across safety, quality, delivery, cost, productivity, and employee engagement. Lead a complex manufacturing operation that includes press brakes, Salvagnini systems, CNC equipment, and related fabrication processes to ensure reliable production and support customer demand. Develop and lead both salaried and hourly teams by building organizational capability, fostering accountability, and creating a high-performing culture focused on operational excellence and continuous improvement. Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, Maintenance, Human Resources, and other manufacturing leaders to align resources, remove barriers, and execute site and enterprise objectives. Champion long-term operational improvements through capacity planning, process optimization, automation, capital projects, and Lean manufacturing principles to position the business for future growth. Responsible for overall performance of assigned work group, including safety, quality, cost and output schedule performance. Responsible for coaching and improving individual employee performance to acceptable standards, including but not limited to workmanship, attendance, safety and job performance. Serve as primary communication vehicle between leadership team and production employees. Provide leadership to continuously improve safety, quality and efficiency by the application of Six Sigma fundamentals. Assures employees are consistently being trained and developed so that talent is retained and succession plans remove gaps in bench strength. Administer talent management programs and processes to ensure that tools are being used to create value across the organization. Responsible for training and developing operators and assuring that all employees understand how to perform the job in a safe manner to quality and productivity standards.

What you will bring:

Bachelor's degree in engineering, business or other applicable field required. Demonstrated leadership ability. Minimum of 2 years of manufacturing experience, preferably in a supervisory role. Knowledge of lean manufacturing tools a plus; Six Sigma Black Belt or Green Belt certification preferred. Strong planning, problem analysis and resolution, and organizational skills. Able to make timely decision in stressful situations. Ability to listen to customers and translate into accurate, actionable specifications. Must be team-oriented with strong leadership and interpersonal skills.

Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range: $134,805.00 - $188,265.00
Compensation Type: Salary
Incentive Eligible: Yes
Sales Commission Eligible: No
Disclaimer: We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation. Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country. Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.

Thrive at work and at home: Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives - WE DARE TO CARE! Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance. Paid time off includes up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave. 401K match up, educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support. Disclaimer: Benefit offerings may vary by site as well as Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations

Safety Sensitive Role: Yes The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening. We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs.

We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.

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Joining the Trane Technologies team is more than just a job – it’s the beginning of a career full of purpose, impact, and meaningful contributions that challenge what’s possible for a more sustainable future. Together, we know we can change the world. With an inclusive culture, benefits to support you and your family, limitless opportunities to grow, flexibility to help you balance life’s demands, and more – you’ll be supported to thrive at work and at home. Learn more about building a career with us.

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