Job Description

At the Plate Heat Exchanger business unit, we design and manufacture high-performance brazed and gasketed plate heat exchangers, delivering efficient thermal solutions for HVAC, industrial, marine, and energy applications worldwide

 

We are seeking a dynamic and strategy-driven Manufacturing Excellence Manager to coordinate capex investments, lead project execution, and develop strategic capabilities within our global manufacturing network. In this role, you'll work closely with technology leadership and regional teams to drive operational excellence through innovation, cross-functional collaboration, and expert development

 

The position reports to Head of QEHS and Manufacturing Excellence, with an expectation to be based within Eastern Europe.

Job Responsibilities

Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, the following.  

Coordinate and track Capex budgets and the global project roadmap to ensure alignment with business objectives. Drive the execution of key manufacturing technology projects, ensuring milestones and deadlines are met across global sites. Collaborate with Technology Lead to develop and implement strategies that elevate operational performance and innovation. Build and nurture a global network of manufacturing technology experts to enable knowledge sharing and best practice deployment. Create and maintain a competence matrix, identifying skill gaps and development opportunities within the manufacturing technology team. Support regional manufacturing teams in the successful delivery of projects, ensuring consistent progress and effective stakeholder communication. Background & Skills

The ideal candidate possesses these skills. 

Bachelor’s degree or Master´s degree in engineering or any related field to industrial technology. 5-10 years of experience in manufacturing, with at least 5 years in a leadership role. Proven experience in Capex planning, project execution, and technical leadership within a manufacturing or industrial environment. Strong understanding of advanced manufacturing technologies, systems integration, and process improvement. Excellent organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage global cross-functional teams. Fluent in English; additional language skills are a plus.

 

Personal Attributes:

Able to convey complex technical and project information clearly and confidently to both technical and non-technical audiences. Passionate about staying current with emerging technologies and turning innovation into operational improvement. Takes ownership of outcomes, consistently meeting deadlines and delivering value through disciplined execution. Works easily across functions, cultures, and regions, building strong partnerships with stakeholders at all levels. Employee Benefits

We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:

Bonus systemPaid vacationFlexible working hoursPossibility to work remotelyPension planPersonal insuranceCommunication packageOpportunity to join Employee Resource GroupsState of the art virtual work environmentEmployee 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.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.