Copy of COS Improvement Engineer

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 If you are passionate about operational excellence and driving meaningful change in manufacturing environments, we encourage you to apply today. #LI-EM1 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 our behaviors, decisions, and actions every day. They are the foundation of our business and the reason for our continued success. We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact careers@carlisle.com. INFORMATION SECURITY ALERT All applicants for careers with Carlisle will be submitted through this site. Carlisle will not extend job offers without prior in-person or visual correspondence and we will not ask you to provide private personal information for a background check prior to extending a job offer. For more information, please review our Privacy policy.