Continuous Improvement, Project Manager

There are over 7 billion people on this planet. And by 2050, there will be 2 billion more... many moving into urban centers at an unprecedented rate. Making sure there is enough food, fiber and infrastructure for our rapidly growing world is what we're all about at John Deere. And it's why we're investing in our people and our technology like never before! Here the world's brightest minds are tackling the world's biggest challenges. If you believe one person can make the world a better place, we'll put you to work. RIGHT NOW.

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Primary Location: United States (US) - Iowa - Waterloo

Function: Engineering (CA)

Title: Continuous Improvement, Project Manager - 98267

Onsite/Remote:Onsite Position

This position is eligible for a flexible work schedule arrangement at the present time. The arrangement may be delayed for training or other job acclimation purposes and remains subject to change.

Your Responsibilities

As Continuous Improvement Project Manager for John Deere Power Systems located at Waterloo, IA, you will be a critical contributor to improving our product quality AND our customer experience. You will lead a team responsible for coordinating product update projects and driving critical issue resolution. In addition, you will:

• Manage supporting reports, metrics and presentations.
• Be responsible for vehicle partner communication and alignment on CI projects.
• Drive adherence to and accountability in problem resolution process.
• Develop processes and tools to better equip team to deliver product. improvements and achieve goals.
• Collaborate with teams to track problem resolution, identify opportunities to accelerate resolution, and remove roadblocks.
• Provide guidance and work direction to fellow project managers.

VISA Sponsorship is not available for this position

What Skills You Need

• Ability to lead teams to deliver results
• Strong communication skills to align team members and provide leadership updates
• Demonstrated project management skills
• Ability to leverage data and generate insights
• Product engineering experience

What Makes You Stand Out

• Experience in continuous improvement, reliability or quality
• Engine experience
• Experience developing others
• Experience in multiple functional areas and/or divisions
• Experience in project management

Education

Ideally you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.

What You'll Get

At John Deere, you are empowered to create a career that will take you to where you want to go while working in an inclusive team environment. Here, you'll enjoy the freedom to explore new projects, the support to think outside the box and the advanced tools and technology that foster innovation and achievement. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive reward package to help you get started on your new career path, including:

• Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account
• Employee Purchase Plan & numerous discount programs for personal use
• Charitable contribution match
• Tuition assistance
• Highly competitive base pay and performance bonuses
• Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations
• Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Benefit Pension)
• Flexible work arrangements
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Adoption assistance

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The information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and qualifications required of individuals performing the job. The qualifications detailed in this job description are not considered the minimum requirements necessary to perform the job, but rather as guidelines.

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