Operations Leadership Program
About The Position
Carrier Operations combines Supply Chain, Quality, EH&S, and Manufacturing to buy, build, and continuously improve the creation of products and services. The Operations Leadership Program (OLP) offers front-line, hands-on assignments intended to stretch participants’ capabilities and enhance their learning as Carrier transforms its Operations organization. The three-year program consists of three 12-month rotations in North Carolina, Indiana, Georgia, Tennessee, Texas, and/or Florida. Associates must change geographic locations between rotations. Participants work across Carrier’s Climate Solutions Transport, Climate Solutions Americas – Commercial, and Climate Solutions Americas – Residential business units. They gain exposure to continuous improvement, strategic sourcing, supplier development, manufacturing technology, and lean principles, while receiving mentoring and guidance from Carrier Operations leaders.
Requirements
- Meet one of the stated education and experience pathways by the date of hire in June 2027: a bachelor’s degree in engineering or business and 2–3 years of experience in manufacturing, Supply Chain, Operations, Facilities Management, or Construction; or be a graduate-program candidate with an expected graduation in Fall 2026, Spring 2027, or Summer 2027.
- Be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.
- Have a GPA of at least 3.0.
- Be geographically mobile and willing to relocate between rotations.
- Be able to start the Leadership Program in June 2027.
Nice To Haves
- Ability to perform duties related to Manufacturing Supervisor roles.
- Relevant internship, co-op, or previous work experience.
- Strong commitment and interest in a career within Operations.
- Proactive, results-driven approach and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Ability to lead, motivate, and influence through effective communication.
Responsibilities
- Lead the continued deployment of Carrier’s continuous improvement operating system across factories and obtain a Carrier Excellence Certificate.
- Support global strategic sourcing and supplier development initiatives.
- Apply manufacturing core concepts, cutting-edge technology, and lean principles.
- Build a cross-business and cross-functional professional network.
- Receive mentoring and guidance from Carrier Operations leaders.
- Work with current OLP Associates on engagement teams to continuously improve the quality of the program.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage; wellness incentives.
- Retirement benefits.
- Paid vacation, up to 15 days; paid sick days, up to 5 days; paid personal leave, up to 5 days; and paid holidays, up to 13 days.
- Birth and adoption leave, parental leave, family and medical leave, bereavement leave, jury duty leave, military leave, and purchased vacation.
- Short-term and long-term disability.
- Life insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment coverage.
- Health Savings Account, Health Care Spending Account, and Dependent Care Spending Account.
- Tuition assistance.
- May be entitled to short-term cash incentives, subject to plan requirements.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
