About Carrier
Carrier Global Corporation, general leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating innovations that bring comfort, safety and sustainability to life.
Through cutting-edge advancementsin climate solutions such astemperature control, air quality and transportation, we improve lives, empower critical industries and ensure the safe transport of food, life-saving medicines and more.
Since inventing modern air conditioning in ****, we lead with purpose: enhancing the lives we live and the world we share.
We continue to lead because of our world-class, inclusive workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do.
For more information, visit corporate.carrier.comor follow Carrier on social media at @Carrier.
About the role
As an Operational Excellence Leader, you will play a key role in driving operational excellence across manufacturing operations.
This position focuses on optimizing processes, improving labor efficiency, and eliminating waste through Lean Manufacturing and Carrier Excellence methodologies.
Your work will directly impact productivity, safety, and overall plant performance while enabling sustainable growth and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
As an Opex Leader, you'll be responsible for:
Applying continuous improvement and operational excellence methodologies (Cx, Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, TPS) to optimize processes and reduce waste
Leading and developing cross-functional teams, influencing stakeholders, and driving execution with a strong results-oriented mindset
Defining workload and priorities to ensure effective use of Industrial Engineering resources
Managing standardized work through time studies, line balancing, standard work sheets, and waste observation analysis
Developing and maintaining work instructions, visual aids, and training materials to support operational flow and workforce capability
Ensuring plant layouts are updated,



flexible, scalable, and comply with EH&S; and ergonomic standards
Conducting capacity studies for critical equipment and determining optimal headcount based on volume, mix, and process capability
Managing labor efficiency metrics and optimizing workforce allocation through PPQT methodologies (Part-Process-Quantity-Cycle Time)
Performing run hours and production prioritization analysis by line and product model
Leading problem-solving initiatives using A3, 8D, 5 Whys, DMAIC, and Lean tools such as VSM, SMED, Kanban, and Pull Systems
Driving Kaizen and Lean events, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and team engagement
Designing and implementing process improvements using industrial engineering studies and simulation tools across the 4Ms (Man, Machine, Material, Method)
Identifying bottlenecks, eliminating waste (MUDA), and establishing sustainable standard work to meet production rates
Implementing visual factory systems (5S, Andon, visual controls, color coding, etc.)
Designing and improving ergonomic workstations to enhance operator safety, efficiency, and comfort
Requirements
We are looking for people who are proactive change agents, strong communicators, and collaborative leaders with high energy and a strong execution mindset.
As a minimum you must have:
Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field
6+ years of experience in Industrial Engineering roles
3+ years of experience in Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives




Strong knowledge of Lean tools such as standard work, line balancing, SMED, and Kaizen
Experience in capacity analysis, plant layout design, PPQT, and process simulations
Experience with problem-solving methodologies (A3, 5 Whys, 8D, DMAIC, Red X)
Proven experience leading productivity or continuous improvement projects (Cx events, PIPs)
Conversational to fluent English
Experience managing direct reports
Although not necessary, it would be nice if you have:
Experience coordinating cross-functional productivity projects
Exposure to Carrier Excellence (Cx) methodologies or similar frameworks
Experience working in manufacturing environments with assembly lines
Benefits
We offer a competitive total rewards package that may include other benefits and well‐being programs.
Offerings vary by role and location and are designed to support employees' health, security, and success.
Carrier is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.
At Carrier we make modern life possible by delivering groundbreaking systems and services that help homes, buildings and shipping become safer, smarter and more sustainable.
We exceed the expectations of our customers by anticipating industry trends, working tirelessly to master and revolutionize them.
Our team of approximately 56,000 dedicated individuals continues to mold industry standards by pursuing the latest research and developments to improve the lives of our customers.
We're constantly growing, seeking out talented, likeminded people who are committed to our primary duty: to be the world's first choice in security, shipping and HVAC technology.
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