COS Improvement Engineer - Mead, NE

Carlisle Construction Materials; Mead (NE); On-site; USD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Carlisle Companies is seeking a driven Continuous Improvement Engineer to support COS initiatives across divisions. The role focuses on Lean and Six Sigma to boost safety, on-time delivery, product quality, cost management, and overall performance in manufacturing facilities.

The ideal candidate will coach teams, lead Kaizen events, and implement 5S, SQDC Visual Management, TPM, and Idea Systems while aligning with business goals. Travel is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or a closely related field.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant manufacturing, operations, or continuous improvement experience.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Lean Certification or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt preferred.
• Strong communication, facilitation, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Support the division’s COS journey and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Analyze current operations using Value Stream Mapping, gap analysis, and Lean tools.
• Lead and facilitate Kaizen events and improvement initiatives.
• Coach and train employees and leaders on COS principles and Lean methodologies.
• Implement and sustain programs such as 5S, SQDC Visual Management, TPM, and Idea Systems.
• Partner with plant leadership to align operational excellence strategies with business goals.
• Establish measurable standards and ensure sustainability of improvements.
• Mentor plant COS champions and support steering committee activities.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Communication

Facilitation

Leadership

Problem-solving

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering

Job description

Carlisle Companies is a leading manufacturer of building envelope products and solutions that make buildings more energy efficient, durable, and sustainable.

We deliver roofing, insulation, waterproofing, and architectural systems for commercial and residential projects using a focus on innovation and continuous improvement to solve today’s challenges.

We’re equally committed to our people, prioritizing safety, inclusion, career growth development, tuition assistance, and excellent benefits.

With manufacturing, engineering, R&D, and corporate functions across North America and globally, Carlisle offers stability, agility, and opportunity in a performance-driven culture. Do meaningful work and shape the future of building solutions;

Carlisle Companies is a leading manufacturer of building envelope products and solutions that make buildings more energy efficient, durable, and sustainable.

We deliver roofing, insulation, waterproofing, and architectural systems for commercial and residential projects using a focus on innovation and continuous improvement to solve today’s challenges.

We’re equally committed to our people, prioritizing safety, inclusion, career growth development, tuition assistance, and excellent benefits.

With manufacturing, engineering, R&D, and corporate functions across North America and globally, Carlisle offers stability, agility, and opportunity in a performance-driven culture. Do meaningful work and shape the future of building solutions;

Job Description

We are seeking a driven and collaborative Continuous Improvement Engineer to support continuous improvement initiatives across Carlisle divisions. This role partners closely with global and divisional COS leadership teams to drive operational excellence, employee engagement, and measurable business results across manufacturing facilities.

The ideal candidate will help improve plant safety, on-time delivery, product quality, cost management, and operational performance through Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the division’s COS journey and foster a culture of continuous improvement
• Analyze current operations using Value Stream Mapping, gap analysis, and Lean tools
• Lead and facilitate Kaizen events and improvement initiatives
• Coach and train employees and leaders on COS principles and Lean methodologies
• Implement and sustain programs such as 5S, SQDC Visual Management, TPM, and Idea Systems
• Partner with plant leadership to align operational excellence strategies with business goals
• Establish measurable standards and ensure sustainability of improvements
• Mentor plant COS champions and support steering committee activities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or a closely related field required
• Minimum 2 years of relevant manufacturing, operations, or continuous improvement experience
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies
• Lean Certification or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt preferred
• Strong communication, facilitation, problem-solving, and leadership skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Additional Information

• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Occasional overtime and weekend work required
• Travel requirement: 50%–80% throughout the year

Our Culture & Values

At Carlisle, our culture is grounded in a shared commitment to our core values: Start with Safety, Focus on Customers, Act with Integrity, Pursue Excellence, Better Every Day, Drive Innovation, and Deliver Results. These values are not just words—they guide the behaviors and decisions and actions every day. They are the foundation of our business and the reason for our continued success.

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