CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT SENIOR SPECIALIST

At Carter Machinery, we don’t just offer jobs - we offer long-term careers defined by purpose, innovation, and impact. We’ve built an award-winning workplace where high achievers thrive, careers grow, and your work truly matters. 

Our legacy is strong, our vision is bold, and our future is built on investing in the growth and well-being of our people. Whether you're turning a wrench, managing operations, or supporting customers, you play a vital role in powering industries that moves the world forward. 

• Successful completion training and thorough understanding in CPS and the DMAIC methods of Six Sigma problem solving. Additional training includes DMEDI & CPS methodology
• Must be results oriented and an effective business systems thinker
• Must be able to see the big picture and understand how the business units interact with each other
• Must possess the ability to manage risk and unknowns during each project life cycle
• Must be able to provide solutions that will improve the company’s ability to meet customer expectations, improve quality, reduce cycle times, reduce costs, and increase profits
• Must be detail-oriented, able to handle multiple projects to ensure effective process research, development and implementation
• Strong communication and presentation skills required. Must be able to conduct training to small and large groups
• Must have analytical skills with ability to evaluate facts and maintain good judgment when making decisions
• Excellent PC skills with knowledge of Power Point and Excel required; basic AS/400 SEQUEL & SQL query skills preferred
• Must have excellent driving record
• Extensive travel and overnight lodging is required to complete the full training program
• Must be able to handle large volumes in a fast-paced environment
• Promote a positive customer experience
• Uphold the Core Values of Integrity, Commitment, Excellence and Teamwork by embracing The Carter Way

• Regularly required to sit and talk or hear
• Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus

• Prior exposure to Six Sigma, Lean and Continuous Improvement processes
• Proven Project Management experience
• College degree preferred

Actual base pay may vary based on experience, skills, qualifications, education, geographic location, and other relevant business considerations. In addition to base pay, the compensation package may include participation in performance-based incentive programs (e.g., discretionary or non-discretionary plans), as well as overtime eligibility depending on the role.

Carter Machinery Co. Inc. is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals – including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, or any other characteristic protected by law – are encouraged to apply. 

Carter Machinery is a drug-free workplace.