Air Cooled Production Lead

About this role

The Air Cooled Production Lead is responsible for providing hands-on leadership and technical support across all Air Cooled production lines (Lines 15) to ensure the safe efficient and high-quality manufacture of products. This role serves as a key liaison between production teams technicians and cross-functional departments driving operational excellence through workforce coordination continuous improvement initiatives adherence to Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) standards and effective communication.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve in a working Lead role providing hands-on support across all Air Cooled production lines (Lines 15).

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous process improvement initiatives.

• Coordinate and schedule technicians to ensure adequate coverage and support across all production lines.

• Ensure compliance with all Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) policies procedures and protocols.

• Manage the sustainment of 5S workplace practices resulting in improved workflow reduced waste and enhanced operational effectiveness.

• Interpret engineering drawings specifications and standard work instructions accurately.

• Assemble components in accordance with production schedules quality standards and customer requirements.

• Identify opportunities for operational improvements and effectively communicate and support implementation of corrective actions and process enhancements.

• Maintain a clean organized and safe work environment while supporting overall department housekeeping efforts.

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety quality productivity and operational excellence.

• Support production demands by working mandatory overtime weekends and extended shift hours as required.

• Exhibit flexibility and willingness to learn and operate multiple workstations within the department.

• Communicate effectively with supervisors Line Leads technicians and other departments to ensure smooth operations and alignment of priorities.

• Provide exceptional customer service while fostering a collaborative team-oriented work environment.

• Lead by example through professionalism accountability and a positive attitude.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED

• 2 years of experience in manufacturing or assembly environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous lead experience in manufacturing or assembly environments

• Experience with lean manufacturing principles (standard work 5S kaizen visual management)

• Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with cross-functional teams and supporting departments

• Experience with MES systems and production tracking tools

• Proven ability to lead frontline teams in a fast-paced high-mix environment

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills

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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