Job Description

Carrier is the leading global provider of healthy, safe and sustainable building and cold chain solutions with a world-class, diverse workforce with business segments covering HVAC, refrigeration, and fire and security. We make modern life possible by delivering safer, smarter and more sustainable services that make a difference to people and our planet while revolutionizing industry trends. This is why we come to work every day. Join us and we can make a difference together.

About this role

The Operations Plant Manager, Operations will drive continuous improvement and optimization of all processes. They will oversee daily operations of the Plant, including but not limited to assembly and materials. This role will be responsible for developing processes that will maximize stewardship, safety, quality, and productivity. This position is located in Collierville, TN. This position reports directly into the VP of Operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, direct and run optimum day-to-day operations to exceed our customers’ expectations
• Increase production, assets capacity, and flexibility while minimizing unnecessary costs and maintaining current quality standards
• Be responsible for production output, product quality, and on-time shipping
• Allocate resources effectively and fully utilize assets to produce optimal results
• Implement strategies in alignment with strategic initiatives and provide a clear sense of direction and focus
• Establish and ensure Product forecast is accurate to Revenue Targets and Inventory goals.
• Collect and analyze data to find places of waste or overtime
• Develop systems and processes that track and optimize productivity and standards, metrics, and performance targets to ensure effective return on assets

Basic Qualifications

• BA/BS degree
• 7+ years of operations experience
• 3+ years’ of Materials experience

Preferred Qualifications

• MA/MS degree
• Able to motivate and lead employees
• Background in progressive manufacturing management environment
• Experience supervising in a manufacturing environment
• Experience working in a Union environment
• Experience in Six Sigma/Lean processes
• Excellent communication skills
• Demonstrated organization skills and ability to multi-task in a dynamic environment
• Able to learn and use software applications including Outlook, Excel and Word