Foster teamwork and engagement that embodies Danfoss's values and behaviors - Support and actively participate in the development of products, manufacturing processes, and infrastructure. - Lead manufacturing engineering department to ensure timely completion of product development requirements and other projects as assigned. - Evaluate product design for manufacturability and drive issue resolution. - Willing to be hands-on, flexible, and committed to the success of the company goals. - Develop... more details
Job Description
Danfoss Shawnee is looking for an Engineering Team Leader whose primary responsibility will be to provide direct support for the engineers and to work with operations team leaders to prioritize activities. This includes assisting with direct line support and supporting data-driven continuous improvement. The Team Leader will also work closely with the maintenance, test stand support team, and controls team to support project work.
This is an onsite position in Shawnee, Oklahoma, reporting to the Senior Manufacturing Engineering Manager.
Job Responsibilities
Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, the following: • Foster teamwork and engagement that embodies Danfoss's values and behaviors • Support and actively participate in the development of products, manufacturing processes, and infrastructure. • Lead manufacturing engineering department to ensure timely completion of product development requirements and other projects as assigned. • Evaluate product design for manufacturability and drive issue resolution. • Willing to be hands-on, flexible, and committed to the success of the company goals. • Develop production testers to ensure system performance. • Influence, lead, and work in cooperation with cross-functional teams to meet changing demands. • Create clear, documented expectations for each team member – including Developmental goals • Provide feedback regularly, while recognizing good performance and correcting performance issues • Design for manufacturing and assembly • Project management - plan development and execution • Reinforce priorities of SQDC within operations • Provide coaching and development planning for engineers • Recruit, mentor, and continue developing interns on the team creating a talent pipeline • Facilitate team meetings with appropriate business content and cascading communication • Have a strong shop floor presence • Guide team to identify waste and opportunities through RCPS, MIFAs, and Pareto charts • Support productivity improvement goal of 10% YOY within Ames Operations • Respond to escalations and help to resolve issues quickly • Foster a continuous improvement culture
Background & Skills
Required Qualifications • 4-year Bachelor’s degree in Technical Engineering field • 3-year Manufacturing Engineering experience • Strong written and verbal communication skills • Computer skills: SAP, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.) required • Proven problem-solving skills • Strong decision-making skills • Team player who can build positive working relationships
Preferred Qualifications • Master’s degree in engineering • Previous Leadership role experience • 10 years of Manufacturing Engineering experience
Job Criteria • Strong leadership skills • Ability to connect with coaches and train people at all levels • High level of ambition, performance orientation, and a track record of results in a global industrial setting • Able to be effective in a matrix organization, including influencing stakeholders • Coaching and developing others • Cross-functional awareness
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 the 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.
Employee Benefits
We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:
Bonus system
Paid vacation
Flexible working hours
Personal Insurance
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.
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