Carrier Excellence Technician

C01 Carrier Corporation; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 33,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits (Medical, Dental, Vis

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Tax-advantaged accounts

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Carrier Corporation in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Manufacturing Administrative/Operational Excellence Associate to support 5S and CI initiatives across the plant. You will assist with onboarding, training, coaching, and annual recertifications, while promoting standard work and safe, efficient processes.

The role emphasizes hands-on involvement in Kaizen and Cx events, designing visual workplace standards, auditing CI metrics, and sustaining improvements through disciplined follow-up and

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED; 1+ year of experience in a high-volume, high-complexity manufacturing environment.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must have the ability to bend, stoop, stand, and squat.

Responsibilities

• Support onboarding and training activities by assisting with onboarding of new employees, conducting specialized trainings (Braze, Fall Protection, PIV, etc.), coaching new and existing employees, and assist with annual recertifications.
• Coordinate and drive 5S and continuous improvement (CI) initiatives by planning activities, facilitating events, supporting teams and ensuring standard methods are followed across the organization.
• Support visual workplace standards by helping design, create and implement floor labels, signage, and markings to clearly define work areas, material flow, safety zones and 5S standards.
• Sustain and measure improvements by auditing 5S, tracking CI metrics, coaching employees and promoting a culture of waste reduction, safety and operational excellence.
• Help lead and support Kaizen and Cx (Continuous Improvement) events by assisting with planning, facilitation, follow-up actions and documentation to ensure improvements are implemented and sustained.

Skills

Stamina

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Safety-focused

Organization

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

About Carrier Carrier, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating innovations that bring comfort, safety and sustainability to life. Through cutting-edge advancements in climate solutions such as temperature 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 1902, 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.com or follow Carrier on social media at @Carrier.

Role Responsibilities

• Support onboarding and training activities by assisting with onboarding of new employees, conducting specialized trainings (Braze, Fall Protection, PIV, etc.), coaching new and existing employees, and assist with annual recertifications.
• Coordinate and drive 5S and continuous improvement (CI) initiatives by planning activities, facilitating events, supporting teams and ensuring standard methods are followed across the organization.
• Support visual workplace standards by helping design, create and implement floor labels, signage, and markings to clearly define work areas, material flow, safety zones and 5S standards.
• Sustain and measure improvements by auditing 5S, tracking CI metrics, coaching employees and promoting a culture of waste reduction, safety and operational excellence.
• Help lead and support Kaizen and Cx (Continuous Improvement) events by assisting with planning, facilitation, follow-up actions and documentation to ensure improvements are implemented and sustained.

Role Purpose

This role supports the implementation and sustainability of operational excellence initiatives across the organization. This role coordinates and assists with 5S, CI, Kaizen, and Cx events; helps develop and apply visual workplace standards such as floor labels and signage; Supports onboarding and training activates to reinforce standard work. The role also contributes to auditing, tracking, coaching, and follow-up to ensure improvements are effectively implemented, maintained and embedded into daily operations.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED 1+ year of experience in a high volume, high complexity, manufacturing environment
• The ability to stand for extended periods of time along with routine lifting of items that typically weigh up to 50 pounds.
• Must have the ability to bend, stoop, stand, and squat

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of 5S standards and visual workplace practices, including floor labeling, signage, and workplace organization.
• Physically capable of working in a fast-paced, stop-and-go manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multi-task effectively.
• Alert, dependable, and safety-focused.
• Knowledge of parts and materials required for production operations.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to make quick decisions in support of a process-oriented operation.

Benefits

• Health Care benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision; wellness incentives
• Retirement benefits
• Time Off and Leave: Paid vacation days, up to 15 days; paid sick days, up to 5 days; paid personal leave, up to 5 days; paid holidays, up to 13 days; birth and adoption leave; parental leave; family and medical leave; bereavement leave; jury duty; military leave; purchased vacation
• Disability: Short-term and long-term disability
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment
• Tax-Advantaged Accounts: Health Savings Account; Healthcare Spending Account; Dependent Care Spending Account
• Tuition Assistance

Pay Range

The hourly rate for this position is between $24.00 - $48.00 per hour. Factors which may affect pay within this range include, but are not limited to, skills, education, experience, and other unique qualifications of the successful candidate.

Applications will be accepted for at least 3 days from Job Posting Date.

Job Posting Date: 10/30/2026

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.

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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.