Material Flow and Packaging Specialist

Carrier Global Corporation, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating innovations that bring comfort, safety and sustainability to life. Through cutting-edge advancements in climate solutions such as temperature control, air quality and transportation, we improve lives, empower critical industries and ensure safe transport of food, lifesaving medicines and more. Since inventing modern air conditioning in 1902, we lead with purpose: enhancing the lives we live and the world we share. We continue to lead because of our world-class, inclusive workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do. For more information, visit corporate.carrier.com or follow on Carrier social media at @Carrier.

About This Role

Responsible for optimizing material flow, packaging, inventory, and logistics operations within a manufacturing environment. This role supports lean production through effective material presentation, packaging design, replenishment systems, warehouse optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Design material flows, picking routes, line-side presentation, and warehouse layouts.
• Develop and implement packaging solutions (reusable and expendable).
• Lead Kanban, replenishment, and inventory optimization initiatives.
• Manage container, rack, and packaging fleets, including maintenance and capital planning.
• Implement reverse logistics programs for returnable containers and racks.
• Support NPI launches and production ramp-ups.
• Collaborate with suppliers to design, source, and deploy packaging solutions.
• Create and maintain packaging standards, work instructions, and best practices.
• Analyze operational data and drive continuous improvement projects.
• Partner with Production, Safety, Engineering, Procurement, and Logistics teams.
• Participate in Kaizen events and Lean initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Packaging, Logistics or Supply Chain.
• 3+ years of experience in materials, logistics, packaging, or supply chain engineering.
• 2+ years of experience working with material flow and packaging systems.
• 2+ years of experience with data analytics and project management.
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SAP and PLM systems (Windchill preferred).
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Lean Logistics, and Kanban systems.
• Experience designing warehouse layouts, material flows, and line-side presentation systems.
• Vendor management and strategic sourcing experience.
• Strong data analysis and continuous improvement capabilities.
• Knowledge of supply chain strategy and execution.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and 3D CAD software (Creo preferred).

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