Manufacturing Team Lead 1st shift

Trane Technologies; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Trane Technologies in Minnesota is seeking an on-site Team Leader to help manage manpower, train staff, and deploy operational excellence tools across production lines.

You will coach teams in Lean, 5S, problem solving, and A-3s, run MDI boards, adjust staffing, and ensure quality objectives while maintaining safety and documentation.

This role requires clear communication, leadership, and adaptability, plus willingness to lift up to 40 pounds and follow standard work.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with 2 years leadership experience.
• Associate degree preferred; not required.
• Clear communication and effective collaboration across levels.
• Demonstrate leadership and teamwork skills in a manufacturing setting.
• Participate in TLDP and use basic computer tools.

Responsibilities

• Identify and resolve safety and quality issues.
• Schedule and manage designated departments/lines.
• Coach employees in lean tools and activities (5S, Lean, JDI, 9Step, A-3s).
• Run MDI boards to standard and adjust manpower as needed.
• Assist, coach and train employees; follow standard work and document records.
• Support QMS and strive to meet quality objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Adaptability

Lean thinking

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree

Tools

Lean tools

Basic computer skills

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® and Thermo 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.

Where Is The Work

On-Site (5 days)

What's In It For You

Responsible for assisting with managing the manpower needs in the department, training and developing team member(s), and deploying operational excellence tools.

What You Will Do

• Assists in identifying and resolving safety and quality issues.
• Schedule and manage designated departments/lines.
• Use and support and coach employees to all lean tools and activities, including:
• Back to Basics – Lean, problem solving
• JDI, 9Step, and A-3’s.
• Run MDI boards to the standard.
• Adjust manpower as needed.
• Assist, Coach, and Train employees as needed.
• Encourage /coach employees to live Trane Technologies Principals.
• Be a change agent. Demonstrate positive and proactive attitude.
• Will be required to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Follow work instructions in positive manner from Supervisors and peers.
• Must be able to follow standard work, complete production and maintenance records and other documentation related to operations.
• Must participate in basic problem solving, 5-S, and lean activities.
• Must demonstrate the ability to perform the above duties with no additional training required.
• Supports the QMS by delivering quality products and services and meeting quality objectives
• Works to consistently meet and exceed customer requirements
• Continuously strives for operational excellence and continuous improvement
• Will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned.

What You Will Bring

• Minimum Highschool diploma plus 2 years’ experience in a leadership role
• Associates preferred but not required.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with others.
• Work well with all levels of business.
• Demonstrate good leadership skills.
• Participate in the (TLDP) Team Leader Develop Program.
• Demonstrate basic computer skills.
• Has experience and knowledge of work and processes of assembly line production responsibility.
• Use lean tools and coach and train team members to use lean tools
• Trane Technologies Values and Core Competencies:
• Willingness to change, flex and learn
• Self-motivated
• Teamwork
• Work Pride
• Innovative
• Customer Focused
• Critical Thinking
• Mechanical Aptitude
• Basic Computer Skills
• Standard Work Adherence

Annual Base Salary Range Or Hourly Base Pay Range

$30.95

Compensation Type

Hourly

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.