Danfoss Commercial Compressors Ltd

Lead Technician, Continuous Improvement

Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of hands-on experience in manufacturing or warehouse operations
  • Familiarity with lean tools like 5S and visual management
  • Strong attention to detail for standard work improvements
  • Effective communication skills for collaboration across teams
  • Demonstrated ownership mindset and alignment with Danfoss behaviors

Responsibilities

  • Support and enhance 5S and visual management initiatives
  • Collect and organize performance data for improvement analysis
  • Assist in implementing shop-floor layout and material flow changes
  • Create and maintain visual tools and standard work instructions
  • Conduct sustainment audits to ensure lasting improvements

Benefits

  • Promotion from within with mentoring and training opportunities
  • Flexibility and autonomy to maintain a healthy work-life balance
  • Commitment to an inclusive work environment that respects diverse backgrounds
  • Annual bonus, paid vacation, and personal insurance options
  • Opportunity to discuss and explore appealing benefits options
Full Job Description


Req ID: 50619

Job Location: Utica, NY, US

Employment Type: Full Time

Segment: Danfoss Power Solutions Segment

Job Category: Supply Chain and Operations

Work Location Type: On-site

Job Title: Lead Technician, Continuous Improvement

The Impact You'll Make

You will help bring continuous improvement to life on the shop floor by turning ideas into visible, practical changes. Through your hands-on work, manufacturing and warehouse teams will operate more efficiently, safely, and consistently every day.

Your contributions will directly improve how workspaces are organized, how information is shared, and how teams follow standard processes. From visual controls to workplace layout, you will make improvements that are easy to see, use, and sustain.

By collaborating closely with operators, supervisors, and engineers, you will help build an inclusive culture where everyone can contribute ideas and succeed. Your attention to detail and commitment to improvement will ensure that progress is not only made-but maintained over time.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Support5S and visual management activities to create organized, safe, and efficient work areas
  • Collect and organize data on performance and processes to enable informed improvement decisions
  • Assist with shop-floor changes such as layout updates, workstation improvements and material flow enhancements
  • Create and update visual tools, labels, and standard work to improve clarity and consistency
  • Maintain sustainment audits and follow-up actions to ensuce improvements are embedded and lasting


What We're Looking For

  • Hands-on experience in manufacturing, warehouse operations, or continuous improvement support
  • Working knowledgeof lean tools such as 5S, visual management, and basic problem-solving methods
  • Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow and improve standard work and visual instructions
  • Clear communication and teamwork skills to collaborate effectively across diverse teams
  • Ownership mindset and alignment with Danfoss behaviors, including curiosity, accountability, and continuous improveme


What You'll Get from Us

  1. We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
  1. You'll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us.
  2. We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.
  3. You'll receive benefits an annual bonus, paid vacation, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they're worth asking about - we think they're pretty great.
  4. The targeted salary range for this position is $65,000 - $101,000 based on experience.


Ready to Make a Difference?

If this role excites you, we'd love to hear from you! Apply now to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.

About Danfoss Commercial Compressors Ltd

Danfoss Commercial Compressors Ltd is a manufacturer of compressors for refrigeration and air conditioning systems. The company was founded in 1952 and is headquartered in Edenbridge, Kent, United Kingdom. Danfoss Commercial Compressors Ltd produces a range of compressors for commercial and industrial applications, including scroll compressors, reciprocating compressors, and screw compressors. The company's products are used in a variety of industries, including food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and data centers. Danfoss Commercial Compressors Ltd is a subsidiary of Danfoss A/S, a global manufacturer of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems.
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