Continuous Improvement Expert - Manufacturing

Job Description

Danfoss is a global leader of solutions that save energy, reduce costs, and reduce carbon emissions.  Our work in four growth areas – infrastructure, food, energy, climate – enables you to make a difference to people and businesses worldwide.

We are currently seeking a Manufacturing Advanced Planning / Project Engineer at our Utica, NY plant, a subsidiary of the globally successful Danfoss Group. With currently approximately 500 employees Danfoss Silicon Power develops, manufactures and sells customized electronic power modules for a global market. Major customer groups are the manufacturers of electrical drives, automotive manufacturers and suppliers, as well as leading international electronics industry. The company's success is based on a strong innovation, high quality, customer-oriented service philosophy and in particular the dedicated collaboration of motivated and highly qualified employees.

At Danfoss, we take your personal and professional development very seriously. We make an ongoing effort to build and develop your qualifications through on-the-job training, courses, workshops, feedback, coaching and other activities. If you are an experienced professional ready to bring forward your ideas, then Danfoss gives you the freedom to do so.

Job Responsibilities

Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, the following. 

• Develop and implement new or modified manufacturing methods in assigned areas to reduce production costs and improve efficiency. Someone who has the experience to identify, implement and solve manufacturing processes.
• Investigate and analyze production methods, processes, and operations to determine manufacturing modifications that will increase production and reduce costs.
• Observe and analyze high scrap or rework operation to determine causes. Advise concerned personnel of the results and recommend, as well as implement, solutions to problems.
• Serve as local “Lean Change Agent” to facilitate Danfoss Business Systems (DBS) operational improvement activities
• Develop and actively lead projects for process improvements from concept to implementation.
• Oversee and coordinate production methods and modifications for production efficiency and cost control.
• Direct and instruct subordinate processing personnel in processing changes.
• Conduct studies to prepare and recommend new and revised operating procedures to maintain control, improve operations and facilitate processing.
• Compile and analyze significant data relative to the solution of manufacturing problems and/or cost reduction studies, i.e., vendor capabilities and fabrication
• Abide by all facility safety guidelines and quality procedures. Perform other duties as assigned.

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. 

• Must have a minimum of a 4- year degree in mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing engineering.
• Three – five years manufacturing/industrial-related experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing methods; planning and layout of production facilities; and equipment, workflow, cost control, and cost reduction techniques.
• Thorough knowledge of manufacturing in order to analyze, evaluate and determine solution to a wide variety of problems that may affect the assigned area.
• Human relation skills to direct personnel involved on projects and to work with plant supervisory personnel.
• Technical writing ability.
• Detailed examples of past successful projects and continued professional growth in knowledge and leadership.
• Experienced problem-solving success thru the use of six sigma problem solving methods

Compensation Data

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $95,000-$119,000/year. Base salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

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.