Regional Lean & Continuous Improvement Leader

Danfoss GmbH; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 187,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Paid vacation

Pension plans

Personal insurance

Job summary

Danfoss is seeking a DBS Regional CI Expert to drive operational excellence across regional manufacturing sites using the Danfoss Business System (DBS). You will lead Lean initiatives, optimize productivity, and raise safety, quality, and inventory standards while collaborating with plant teams and leadership.

The role requires 10+ years in CI/ops, Lean mastery, and a hands-on approach; travel up to 3 weeks per month is expected. Competitive compensation with benefits is offered.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Continuous Improvement and operational leadership.
• Lean Manufacturing expertise with a hands-on approach; Six Sigma Black Belt preferred.
• Shainin or similar advanced problem-solving methodologies advantageous.
• Willingness to travel to regional sites up to 3 weeks per month.
• Strong cross-cultural communication to engage with factory teams and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead Lean Manufacturing initiatives and CI projects across the region to deliver cost reductions and productivity gains.
• Troubleshoot process bottlenecks and implement hands-on improvements in safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and inventory.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align DBS standards with regional goals.
• Analyze operational data using SAP, Power BI, and MS Office to drive shop-floor improvements.
• Coach and mentor local teams to share DBS knowledge and promote continuous improvement.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma Black Belt

Shainin

SAP

Power BI

MS Office

Team leadership

Travel-ready

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Microsoft Office

Job description

Danfoss is seeking a DBS Regional CI Expert to drive operational excellence across regional manufacturing sites using the Danfoss Business System (DBS). You will lead Lean initiatives, optimize productivity, and raise safety, quality, and inventory standards while collaborating with plant teams and leadership.

The role requires 10+ years in CI/ops, Lean mastery, and a hands-on approach; travel up to 3 weeks per month is expected. Competitive compensation with benefits is offered.