Senior Lean Transformation Lead

CFO Trane U.S. Inc.-CFO; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

Trane Technologies is seeking a Senior Change Agent to lead Lean transformation across operations. The role focuses on applying Lean principles, coaching teams, and driving rapid improvements to eliminate waste and boost productivity, with a strong emphasis on engagement and sustainable change.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in Lean, with experience facilitating 30+ Rapid Improvement events and knowledge of the Shingo model.

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelor of Science degree preferred (Equivalent education / training / or experience will be considered in lieu of a formal degree).
• Minimum 3 years of experience working in a Lean environment, training, coaching and developing Lean principles and continuous improvement based tools and techniques.
• Experience facilitating at least 30 successful Rapid Improvement events using a defined process, with proven capability to deliver significant improvement in operational and financial metrics.
• Knowledge of the Shingo model preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct value stream analysis to assess the efficiency and effectiveness of current operations and create vision for a new future state.
• Review existing and new procedures/controls to identify obstacles, create plans and organize teams to change.
• Lead the planning and execution of Rapid Improvement Events or Just Do Its to eliminate waste from processes resulting in improved productivity.
• Training/coaching staff via Gemba walks on problem solving behaviors and basic Lean methodologies including flow, on demand, zero defects, standardized work and visual management.
• Support adherence to Rapid Improvement Event standard work by ensuring high levels of engagement and collaboration during pre-work, event week and post-event weeks.
• Fostering culture change by training, developing and coaching employees and leaders to adopt lean principles and behaviors.
• Collaborating with the Value Stream Coach, Site Leader, Department Managers and Supervisors to resolve any issues that arise during implementation and/or maintenance phases.
• Fulfilling the duties of a Value Stream Coach when needed.

Skills

Strong communication and presentation

Leadership

Lean principles

Problem solving

Change management

Shingo model

Education

Associates or Bachelor of Science degree preferred

Job description

Trane Technologies is seeking a Senior Change Agent to lead Lean transformation across operations. The role focuses on applying Lean principles, coaching teams, and driving rapid improvements to eliminate waste and boost productivity, with a strong emphasis on engagement and sustainable change.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in Lean, with experience facilitating 30+ Rapid Improvement events and knowledge of the Shingo model.