About Us

We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead. 

Whether you are a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or recent graduate with an advanced degree, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today!

The Senior Director, CBS Lean Operations (Americas) will support the development and implementation of the Copeland Business System to drive operational excellence across North American manufacturing sites. This senior leader will be responsible for collaborating cross-functionally and with the operations leadership team to ensure successful implementation and ongoing operations continuous improvement, while being a driver of culture change. The right candidate will have extensive experience in leveraging lean manufacturing tools to drive operational transformation across multiple Operations sites concurrently.

The role will require significant travel (50-75%) including occasional international travel. Within the Americas region, this leader will be responsible for leading the lean operations transformation across 14 sites to achieve sustainable performance improvement. Reporting to this role will be (2) CBS Operations Directors who will support the site-based transformation roadmaps. The home location for this position is somewhat flexible, but preferably near one of our business units.

As a Senior Director - Copeland Business System Lean Operations, You Will:

• Provide master-level guidance to business unit leadership for driving process and cultural transformation through CBS

• Provide strategic thought leadership in creating transformational vision and execution roadmap that can be leveraged across the global enterprise

• Support the Vice President, Business Excellence in the architecture, development, and facilitation of the Lean Business System training; leading in-depth lean training programs as necessary.

• Lead the development and implementation of the Copeland Business System operational excellence capabilities across the enterprise to drive significant impact in Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and People

• Traveling to 10+ facilities to train on Lean principles, run enterprise level Kaizen events, and follow through on strategic objectives

• Collaborating closely with business unit resources and leaders to support site-specific Lean initiatives

• Defining and implementing reporting tools, KPIs, and software

• Identify best practices and provide oversight of implementation

• Work closely with the Project Management Office to ensure timely execution of key improvement and value-creation projects

• Coaching and developing team members at all levels of the organization to become lean practitioners, with an emphasis not only on lean tools, but also on key lean principles and leadership behaviors.

• Act as change agent in challenging existing approaches and performance

Required Education, Experience, & Skill:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, or related field; MBA or MS degree is desirable

• Deep and broad knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and tools

• Proven experience implementing Lean operations capabilities in a multi-site environment with demonstrated results

• Proven experience in driving cultural and performance transformation within a mature lean business system organization

• Minimum 15 years of related work experience in progressively responsible roles including those in Lean, Operations, and/or General Management

• Demonstrated experience with Lean operations tools including Value Stream Mapping, 6S, Standard Work, Continuous Flow, Structured Problem Solving, Kanban, Lean Daily Management, 80/20

• Strong interpersonal, leadership, influencing, and communication skills

• Ability to engage with all levels of the organization globally, including training of peers as well as executives

• Outstanding group facilitation, training, communication and presentation skills

• Effective and collaborative problem-solving skills

• Strong business and financial acumen

• Strong written and verbal communication skills; general computer skills and knowledge

• Legal work authorization in the United States - Sponsorship will not be provided for this role

Our compensation philosophy is simple: we pay a competitive base salary, within the local market in which we operate, and reward performance during our annual merit review process. The total compensation range for this role is $250,000 - 325,000 , commensurate with the skills, talent, capabilities, and experience each candidate brings to the role.

Our Commitment to Our People

Across the globe, we are united by a singular Purpose: Sustainability is no small ambition. That’s why everything we do is geared toward a sustainable future—for our generation and all those to come. Through groundbreaking innovations, HVACR technology and cold chain solutions, we are reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency in spaces of all sizes, from residential to commercial to industrial.

Our employees are our greatest strength. We believe that our culture of passion, openness, and collaboration empowers us to work toward the same goal - to make the world a better place. We invest in the end-to-end development of our people, beginning at onboarding and through senior leadership, so they can thrive personally and professionally.

Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer the right options to meet your individual/family needs: medical insurance plans, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) and more. We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave, vacation and holiday leave. 

Together, we have the opportunity – and the power – to continue to revolutionize the technology behind air conditioning, heating and refrigeration, and cultivate a better future. Learn more about us and how you can join our team!

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Copeland, we believe having a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment is critical to our success. We are committed to creating a culture where every employee feels welcomed, heard, respected, and valued for their experiences, ideas, perspectives and expertise. Ultimately, our diverse and inclusive culture is the key to driving industry-leading innovation, better serving our customers and making a positive impact in the communities where we live. 

Work Authorization

Copeland will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Copeland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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With $5B of global revenue, Copeland is a leading provider of compression products, electronics, software, and solutions across many applications within Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVACR), where macro and regulatory trends towards environmental sustainability, leads to changes in HVACR technology. Other products include other heating applications, food service and retail, transportation, and healthcare/life sciences. This new business also has a solution portfolio that manages, monitors, and controls refrigeration units in the commercial setting, as well as software solutions that measure and monitor temperature conditions of refrigerated goods in transit, where there is a greater emphasis on energy management/sustainability solutions globally.