Material Flow​/Engineering Project Manager

Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at  Trane Technologies  , and through our businesses including  Trane®and  Thermo King  , sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities?

Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what's possible for a sustainable world.
Learn about our  benefits  designed for you to Thrive at work and at home.

We boldly go.

Where is the work:
On-Site (5 days)

At Trane Technologies, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organization focused on challenging what’s possible for a sustainable world. The Materials Project Manager is responsible for leading, developing, and improving processes of moving, staging, and storing materials throughout the supply chain, including material and information flow, warehouse and logistics optimization, kitting, lineside material presentation, and returnable packaging design.

What you will do:

Lead and develop inbound and outbound material delivery systems throughout our local factories and warehouses.
Optimize material storage and kitting processes by analyzing workflow, space requirements, equipment requirements, storage and conveyance methods.
Create and support lean, visual management schemes, replenishment triggers, and material presentation to enable operational efficiency.
Develop and maintain standard work for managing, sequencing, and troubleshooting interplant logistics. Ensure staff is well educated, well-informed, and following standard work.
Lead the design, development and procurement of material handling equipment required for warehouse management and lineside material staging including storage solutions, customized carts and skids, returnable packaging, and powered industrial vehicles.
Maintain efficient workflow by planning warehouse layout, supplier delivery, and product handling systems. Evaluate and manage capital projects as needed.
Ensure ergonomic and safe conditions for loading, unloading, and delivering material to production areas. Actively participate in layered audits and behavior-based safety inspections.
Assist with master planning data for Plan for Every Part (PFEP) including packaging, storage and delivery of material. Participate in phase-in / phase-out programs and new product introductions.
Maintain safe and healthy work environment by establishing, following, and enforcing standards and procedures, and complying with regulations.

What you will bring:
Bachelor’s degree in industrial, packaging, or manufacturing engineering or similar discipline is preferred; relevant years of experience in lieu of a degree will also be considered.
A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in the integrated functions of manufacturing.

Experience with rate-based or flow line (non-MRP) and job shop manufacturing environments.
Must be a proactive change agent and possess leadership skills to build and maintain a team-oriented environment while leveraging lean methodologies.

Experience with visual management systems and lean manufacturing.
Must possess strong organizational skills, with ability to work on multiple priorities t have solid interpersonal skills and the ability to motivate staff and to interact with various departments throughout the organization.
Familiarity with AutoCAD, RFID systems, PFEP development, and management of change.

Experience with Microsoft Office products, ERP systems, and MES systems.

Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:
$75,700.00 - $   Compensation Type:
Salary    Incentive Eligible:
No    Sales Commission Eligible:
No
Disclaimer   :
We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation. Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for…