Regional Lean & DBS Continuous Improvement Leader

Danfoss; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 187,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Pension plans

Personal insurance

Job summary

Danfoss is seeking a DBS Regional CI Expert to lead Lean manufacturing initiatives across regional sites, driving a culture of continuous improvement within the DBS framework. You will partner with plant teams and leadership to optimize safety, quality, delivery, and inventory while improving productivity and reducing costs.

The role requires a hands-on leader with deep Lean expertise, Six Sigma Black Belt (preferred), and the ability to travel frequently to regional sites.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Continuous Improvement and operational leadership (Production or Operations Management).
• Lean Manufacturing expertise with a hands-on approach; Six Sigma Black Belt cert preferred.
• Shainin or other advanced problem-solving methodologies helpful.
• Willingness to travel up to 3 weeks per month and work on shop floor across regional sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead Lean Manufacturing initiatives & continuous improvement projects to deliver cost reductions and boost productivity.
• 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 business goals.
• Use SAP, Power BI, and Microsoft Office to analyze data, track KPIs, and drive shop-floor improvements.
• Coach and mentor local teams to share knowledge and drive on-floor innovation.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Continuous Improvement

Operational leadership

Six Sigma Black Belt

Shainin or similar problem-solving

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Microsoft Office

Job description

Danfoss is seeking a DBS Regional CI Expert to lead Lean manufacturing initiatives across regional sites, driving a culture of continuous improvement within the DBS framework. You will partner with plant teams and leadership to optimize safety, quality, delivery, and inventory while improving productivity and reducing costs.

The role requires a hands-on leader with deep Lean expertise, Six Sigma Black Belt (preferred), and the ability to travel frequently to regional sites.