Continuous Improvement Team Leader

Requisition ID: 38965

Job Location(s):

Cerkezkoy, TR

Job Description

Danfoss Power Solutions is looking for a Continuous Improvement Coordinator based in Cerkezkoy, Tekirdag, Turkiye.

The successful candidate will be responsible for driving overall factory performance through; the application of lean six sigma methodologies, working with the cross-functional teams for new projects to eliminate/ mitigate risks and wastes in the factory, and working closely with Danfoss Business System teams to capture best practices and spread Danfoss culture plant-wide.

Job Responsibilities

• Determining critical actions in processes within the scope of Danfoss Business System and continuous improvement studies and mentoring continuous improvement activities,

• Playing an active role in creating road maps in line with Annual Factory Performance targets, and ensuring the creation of annual projects and action plans by guiding relevant managers,

• Leading and organizing Value Stream Mapping (VSM) workshops yearly, when a new product launched at the factory and/or for each investment that affects the flow, to identify the bottlenecks of the organization and to take improvement actions,

• Ensuring that both process improvement and lean production culture are widespread at all employee levels by organizing improvement weeks for critical actions as a result of relevant value stream studies,

• Continuous monitoring and development of the 5S+ system and culture, reporting on a monthly basis and ensuring its continuous development by ensuring that actions are taken to develop this culture, and by disseminating good practices between departments,

• In line with the objectives of the Gemba walks, leading the way in ensuring the participation of each level in the factory, to monitor and report the process performance, and to ensure its continuous development by ensuring that actions are taken,

• Following, developing and reporting the Kaizen continuous improvement process, to keep participation in the process at the optimum level by organizing kaizen workshops and campaigns,

• Developing competency increase, waste reduction and optimization projects by acting together with process responsibles for the dissemination of internal and external best practices in order to increase productivity in processes in all operations,

• Collaborating with HR and measuring the effectiveness of trainings by identifying training needs for the dissemination of continuous improvement activities,

• Effectively managing direct and indirect (functional) reporting line teams,

• Increasing the competency of line leaders, supervisors and blue collar workers in using these tools by providing shopfloor dissemination of DBS tools,

• Ensuring the dissemination of improvement activities by consolidating the good practices performed in different departments.

Background & Skills

At Danfoss, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters creativity, innovation, and a broader perspective in decision-making. When you consider this job posting, do you feel like your profile is not a perfect match? Numerous studies have found that women and people of color are more likely to apply only when they meet all requirements listed in the job posting. Even if you do not check all the boxes, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are curious to find out how you can bring new insights to the role or to Danfoss as an organization.

The ideal candidate possesses these skills.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering,

• Minimum of 5 years’ work experience in Manufacturing, Operations, Lean,

• Ability to identify problems, think analytically and develop results,

• Strong Communication skills with analytical mindset,

• Technical competence in implementing lean tools (min 5S+, VSM, SW, SUR, TPM), 6 Sigma and Power BI experiences are assets for this role,

• Fluent in English, native in Turkish,

• No military obligations.

Employee Benefits

We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:

• Bonus system

• Pension plan

• Personal insurance

• Communication package

• Opportunity to join Employee Resource Groups

• State of the art virtual work environment

• Employee Referral Program

This list does not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

Danfoss – Engineering Tomorrow

At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways - driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.

Following our founder’s mindset “action speaks louder than words”, we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.

Danfoss is an EO employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.

Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.

Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 42.000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.

Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.

Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 42.000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.