Lab Supervisor - La Crosse Air Cooled Testing

Trane Italia; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Wellness program

Fertility coverage

Adoption assistance

Vacation days

Paid time off

401K match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Trane Technologies plc is seeking an Air-Cooled Testing Supervisor for the NA CHVAC Lab. You will lead a team responsible for testing New Product Development, sustainability, and quality improvements, ensuring accurate test data, safe operations, and timely project delivery.

You will drive standard work, mentor technicians, and collaborate across CHVAC Lab, Operations, and Project teams to meet customer milestones while managing resources and budgets.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in HVAC/R, Electromechanical Technology or Electronics (or equivalent technical degree) and at least 5-years of product development or testing experience is required; OR
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and at least 3-years of product development or testing experience is required.
• Experience with HVAC equipment, product design, laboratory equipment and testing practices, or operations environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily lab interactions to improve data accuracy and safety.
• Prioritize tasks to align with project timelines and goals.
• Manage and mentor a team of Technicians in CHVAC Lab.
• Develop and implement standard work to reduce waste and improve quality.
• Set performance objectives with other Lab Supervisors and visualize metrics.
• Support capital projects to enhance CHVAC lab capabilities.
• Oversee preventive maintenance and use Nuvolo PM system.
• Plan resources and manage timecards and expenses.
• Collaborate with CHVAC Operations and Sales Support teams.

Skills

Visual Management

OPEX

Lean

Six Sigma

Supervisory experience

Microsoft Office

Coaching

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Associate's Degree in HVAC/R or equivalent

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it’s our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, and through our businesses including Trane®andThermo King, sustainability is not just how we do business-it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world’s challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what’s possible for a sustainable world.

Learn about our benefits designed for you to Thrive at work and at home.

We boldly go.

Where is the work:

On-Site (5 days)

Trane Technologies has an exciting opportunity in our North America Commercial Heating, Ventilation and Chiller (NA CHVAC) Test Laboratory (Lab) as an Air-Cooled Testing Supervisor.As a Leader your primary function is testing New Product Development (NPD), sustainability, and quality improvement projects, in addition to some agency compliance.Your role supports qualifying Trane Commercial HVAC products.The job requires problem solving, troubleshooting, and collaboration with other lab and engineering team members to ensure timely completion of projects.

What you will do:

• Active daily interaction, including layered audits, with Lab team members to improve NA CHVAC’s ability to consistently produce accurate and repeatable test data, and ensure that safety is the top priority for everyone (leaders, team members and visitors).
• Alignment and prioritization of the daily tasks the team needs to execute to stay aligned with project team’s expectations.
• Lead a team of Technicians to continuously improve Trane’s world-class CHVAC Engineering Laboratory utilizing Continuous Improvement and problem-solving tools and techniques.
• Review, develop, and implement standard work in the Air-Cooled Test area to eliminate waste and leverage best practices.
• Review, develop, and support achievement of performance objectives for the team, in conjunction with the other CHVAC Laboratory Supervisors, which are aligned with business unit objectives and visual management metrics.
• Support implementation of Capital Expenditure projects which continue to enhance our CHVAC Laboratories.
• Support timely completion of facility and equipment preventative maintenance through the utilization of Nuvolo, our new Preventative Maintenance (PM) system.
• Talent Management recruit, mentor, and motivate team members while generating an engaged team approach with the rest of the organization. Work closely with team members to define and support personal development plans.
• Utilize business systems to review and approve team member timecards, vacation, purchase, and expense requests.
• Utilize TTPPM to plan team resources (people and facilities) needed to safely support high quality, on-time completion of the project deliverables per the customer’s requested due date (project milestones).
• Utilize visual management tools and collaborate with other Lab Supervisors to manage daily resource needs to fulfill these requests.
• Work closely with CHVAC Operations and other Laboratory team members to support Customer Witness and Sales Order performance testing as needed.
• Work closely with Project Teams to understand development testing needs (resources, equipment, deliverables, and timing)
• Work closely with team members to responsibly use and protect natural resources through conservation and sustainable practices.
• Work closely with the Lab Operations Leader to operate within the expense budget for the team.
• Work with other Laboratories and Test Teams, as needed, to utilize available resources to support completing requested deliverables to the project teams.

What you will bring:

• Associate’s Degree in HVAC/R, Electromechanical Technology or Electronics (or equivalent technical degree) and at least 5-years of product development or testing experience is required; OR
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and at least 3-years of product development or testing experience is required.
• Experience with HVAC equipment, product design, laboratory equipment and testing practices, or operations environment is preferred.

Key Competencies:

• Experience with Visual Management, OPEX, Lean and/or Six Sigma methodologies preferred.
• Familiar with standard work, procedures, workflow processes, and quality systems preferred.
• Previous supervisory and/or project team leadership experience is preferred.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Products (Outlook, Excel, Word, SharePoint and Teams).
• Ability to coach, motivate, and engage others to develop high performing teams.
• Capability to lead a team through structured problem-solving processes.
• Excellent interpersonal as well as written and verbal communication skills required.
• Motivated self-starter with technical skills to drive success.
• Strong organizational skills with a follow-up mentality to see things through.
• Understands the importance of putting the customer first.
• Work effectively in a fast-paced team environment and build cross-functional partnerships.

Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:

$65,200.00 - $118,860.00

Compensation Type:

Salary

Incentive Eligible:

No

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.