Senior Engineer - Operations Requisition ID: 42181 Job Location(s): Oragadam, IN **Job Description** Danfoss is looking for a Senior Engineer Operations in supply chain department. The Senior Engineer - Operations will be responsible for Manufacturing processes and driving operational excellence while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement. **Job Responsibilities** + Manage daily shopfloor activities for efficiency and quality. + Drive team engagement and foster positive work culture. + Maintain records of turnover, production, attendance, and discipline. + Promote a zero-unsafe-condition culture. + Enforce safe work practices and address safety risks promptly. + Participate in safety audits and ensure compliance. + Adhere to quality management systems (ISO9001, IATF 16949, ISO14001). + Use core quality tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC). + Address quality deviations effectively and perform root cause analysis. + Continuously improve product delivery systems to meet customer expectations. + Participate in Value Stream Mapping (VSM) for lean initiatives. + Lead Kaizen action plans with shopfloor associates. + Promote continuous improvement and zero-defect mindset. + Apply problem-solving techniques (5 Whys, 8D, 4-Step Problem Solving). + Manage safety, quality, and production during shifts. + Analyze and report shift-based challenges promptly. + Drive smart manufacturing and digitalization on the shopfloor. + Collaborate on factory CAPEX roadmap for machine OEE, productivity, and automation improvement **Background & Skills** The ideal candidate possesses these skills. **Education** Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Industrial, or related fields). **Experience** + 10+ years in manufacturing operations in industries such as Automotive, EMS, or Medical Device Manufacturing. + Practical, results-driven experience in at least two domains: Quality, Production, or Manufacturing Engineering. + Proven experience with core quality tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC). + Hands-on experience maintaining IATF 16949 quality standards. + Demonstrated results in driving Kaizen and continuous improvement activities on the shopfloor. + Experience managing shift operations and ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards. **Skills and Competencies** + Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing tools (VSM, 5 Whys, 8D, other problem-solving techniques). + Quality-first mindset with a passion for process improvements and zero-defect delivery. + Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills. **Additional Qualifications (Advantage)** + Certification in Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt or above). + Experience with automation and shopfloor digitalization. + Familiarity with smart manufacturing practices and factory automation initiatives. **Additional Expectations** + Be a motivated team player, preparing to independently manage a team in the future. **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. Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification. Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities. Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 42.000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories. Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification. Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities. Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 42.000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.