Manager, Manufacturing Excellence Requisition ID: 44950 Job Location(s): Grodzisk Mazowiecki, PL Employment Type: Full Time Segment: Danfoss Climate Solutions Segment Job Function: Quality and Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) Work Location Type: Hybrid **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 system + Paid vacation + Flexible working hours + Possibility to work remotely + Pension plan + Personal insurance + Communication package + Opportunity to join Employee Resource Groups + State of the art virtual work environment + Employee 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. 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 39.000 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 39.360 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.