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Value Stream Manager jobs are open across manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, healthcare, and consumer goods, from mid-level to senior and director roles, with specializations in lean transformation, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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About Carrier
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
The Quality Engineer supports Carrier’s external performance, warranty reduction goals, and customer satisfaction initiatives. This role serves as a key interface between Service, Engineering, and Manufacturing, ensuring effective claim management, root‑cause analysis, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Drive external quality metrics including Claim Count, Standard Warranty, and Customer Escapes (PPM).
- Act as the primary interface with Technical Service Managers for warranty topics.
- Review and validate warranty claims to ensure compliance with Carrier Warranty Standards.
- Lead Schedule Q (Cost of Poor Quality) activities, with focus on reducing warranty associated with commissioning and first‑year warranty costs.
- Track and monitor warranty contributors and work to meet or exceed corporate warranty‑reduction targets.
- Collaborate with Engineering to implement corrective actions addressing warranty cost drivers.
- Support field teams with plant‑related information when beneficial.
- Coordinate field part returns to enable effective root‑cause analysis.
- Lead structured investigations using 8D and A3 methodologies.
- Analyze large data sets to identify key contributors and develop targeted improvement projects.
- Responsible for summarizing, quantifying, and reporting on a regular basis progress on external quality metrics.
- undefined
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering.
- 5+ years of experience in Quality, Continuous Improvement, Operational Excellence, or Operations in a manufacturing environment.
- 2+ years of experience analyzing complex manufacturing and quality data to identify root causes, determine drivers of variation, and implement corrective actions.
- 1+ years of experience using Microsoft Office tools.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Engineering or MBA.
- Strong communication skills and business acumen.
- Experience with SalesForce.
- Awareness of HVAC equipment operation.
- Experience with PPAP, APQP, and continuous improvement tools.
- Ability to work effectively in diverse, international environments.
- Experience with Power BI
Pay Range
The annual salary for this position is between $79,000.00 - $158,000.00 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range include, but are not limited to, skills, education, experience, and other unique qualifications of the successful candidate. The pay range will not be below the minimum wage applicable to the jurisdiction in which the applicant is to be employed.Other Compensation
This position may be entitled to short-term cash incentives, subject to plan requirements.Benefits
Employees are eligible for benefits, including:
Health Care Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision; Wellness incentives
Retirement Benefits
Time off and Leave: Paid vacation days, up to 15 days; paid sick days, up to 5 days; paid personal leave, up to 5 days; paid holidays, up to 13 days; birth and adoption leave; parental leave; family and medical leave; bereavement leave; jury duty leave; military leave; purchased vacation
Disability: Short-term and long-term disability
Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment
Tax-Advantaged Accounts: Health Savings Account; Health Care Spending Account; Dependent Care Spending Account
Tuition Assistance
To learn more about our benefits offering, please click here Work with us | Carrier Corporate. The specific benefits available to any employee may vary depending on state and local laws and eligibility factors, such as date of hire and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Carrier EEO Statement and Accommodations Process
Carrier is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status or any other applicable state or federal protected class. Carrier provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with section 503 of Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, participate in an interview, or otherwise engage in the hiring process, please contact us at Carrier.Recruiting@carrier.com. We will make every effort to meet your needs in accordance with applicable laws.
Application Deadline
Applications will be accepted for at least 3 days from Job Posting Date: 9 November 2026Job Applicant's Privacy Notice
Please click on the link to review the Job Applicant Privacy Notice.
Use of AI
Technology-enabled tools may support parts of the recruitment process, with oversight by people.
About Carrier
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
The Quality Engineer supports Carrier’s external performance, warranty reduction goals, and customer satisfaction initiatives. This role serves as a key interface between Service, Engineering, and Manufacturing, ensuring effective claim management, root‑cause analysis, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Drive external quality metrics including Claim Count, Standard Warranty, and Customer Escapes (PPM).
- Act as the primary interface with Technical Service Managers for warranty topics.
- Review and validate warranty claims to ensure compliance with Carrier Warranty Standards.
- Lead Schedule Q (Cost of Poor Quality) activities, with focus on reducing warranty associated with commissioning and first‑year warranty costs.
- Track and monitor warranty contributors and work to meet or exceed corporate warranty‑reduction targets.
- Collaborate with Engineering to implement corrective actions addressing warranty cost drivers.
- Support field teams with plant‑related information when beneficial.
- Coordinate field part returns to enable effective root‑cause analysis.
- Lead structured investigations using 8D and A3 methodologies.
- Analyze large data sets to identify key contributors and develop targeted improvement projects.
- Responsible for summarizing, quantifying, and reporting on a regular basis progress on external quality metrics.
- undefined
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering.
- 5+ years of experience in Quality, Continuous Improvement, Operational Excellence, or Operations in a manufacturing environment.
- 2+ years of experience analyzing complex manufacturing and quality data to identify root causes, determine drivers of variation, and implement corrective actions.
- 1+ years of experience using Microsoft Office tools.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Engineering or MBA.
- Strong communication skills and business acumen.
- Experience with SalesForce.
- Awareness of HVAC equipment operation.
- Experience with PPAP, APQP, and continuous improvement tools.
- Ability to work effectively in diverse, international environments.
- Experience with Power BI
Pay Range
The annual salary for this position is between $79,000.00 - $158,000.00 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range include, but are not limited to, skills, education, experience, and other unique qualifications of the successful candidate. The pay range will not be below the minimum wage applicable to the jurisdiction in which the applicant is to be employed.Other Compensation
This position may be entitled to short-term cash incentives, subject to plan requirements.Benefits
Employees are eligible for benefits, including:
Health Care Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision; Wellness incentives
Retirement Benefits
Time off and Leave: Paid vacation days, up to 15 days; paid sick days, up to 5 days; paid personal leave, up to 5 days; paid holidays, up to 13 days; birth and adoption leave; parental leave; family and medical leave; bereavement leave; jury duty leave; military leave; purchased vacation
Disability: Short-term and long-term disability
Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment
Tax-Advantaged Accounts: Health Savings Account; Health Care Spending Account; Dependent Care Spending Account
Tuition Assistance
To learn more about our benefits offering, please click here Work with us | Carrier Corporate. The specific benefits available to any employee may vary depending on state and local laws and eligibility factors, such as date of hire and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Carrier EEO Statement and Accommodations Process
Carrier is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status or any other applicable state or federal protected class. Carrier provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with section 503 of Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, participate in an interview, or otherwise engage in the hiring process, please contact us at Carrier.Recruiting@carrier.com. We will make every effort to meet your needs in accordance with applicable laws.
Application Deadline
Applications will be accepted for at least 3 days from Job Posting Date: 9 November 2026Job Applicant's Privacy Notice
Please click on the link to review the Job Applicant Privacy Notice.
Use of AI
Technology-enabled tools may support parts of the recruitment process, with oversight by people.
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Who's Hiring
- Parker Hannifin18
- Dresser Utility Solutions3
- BD2
- Raytheon2
- BAE Systems USA2
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
- Accounting & Auditing
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in value stream manager jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, operations management, supply chain, or a related field
- Demonstrated experience leading lean or continuous improvement transformations in a manufacturing environment
- Proficiency in value stream mapping, kaizen facilitation, and standard work documentation
- Lean Six Sigma certification at the Green Belt or Black Belt level
- Ability to analyze production data and translate findings into actionable improvement plans
- Experience collaborating cross-functionally with engineering, quality, supply chain, and finance teams
Tips for Your Value Stream Manager Job Search
Quantify lean results on your resume
Hiring managers for value stream manager roles want numbers, not narratives. List specific cycle time reductions, inventory turns improved, or lead time cuts you drove. Generic claims about leading kaizen events won't separate you from the field.
Map your VSM tools to the job post
Job postings vary in the tools they emphasize, from A3 problem-solving to PFEP and standard work documentation. Mirror the specific lean methodology language in each posting so your resume clears the initial screening without being misread as a generalist.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists value stream manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by site type and scope
A single-site value stream manager role and a multi-site or enterprise scope role require different stories. Filter for the complexity level you can speak to credibly, then tailor your examples to match the operational scale the employer is hiring for.
Prepare a current-state and future-state story
Interviewers for value stream manager positions almost always ask you to walk through a transformation you led. Have a concise before-and-after narrative ready that covers what the value stream looked like, what you changed, and the measurable outcome.
Negotiate scope before accepting an offer
Before signing, clarify whether the role owns capital spending authority, headcount decisions, and cross-functional influence or is advisory only. Value stream manager titles vary widely in actual decision-making power, and misaligned expectations surface quickly once you start.
Value Stream Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most value stream managers?
The most active employers for value stream managers right now are Parker Hannifin, Dresser Utility Solutions, and BD, and the most openings are in Texas, Ohio, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Manufacturing-heavy states with large automotive and aerospace footprints tend to concentrate the most postings.
How many value stream manager jobs are remote?
About 33% of value stream manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most lean transformation work. Roles focused on enterprise-level continuous improvement strategy or multi-site program oversight are the most likely to offer remote or hybrid flexibility.
How do you become a value stream manager?
Start by building direct experience on the shop floor or in operations where you can lead kaizen events and practice value stream mapping. Earning a Lean Six Sigma certification strengthens your credibility. Progress through roles like production supervisor, continuous improvement engineer, or operations manager to develop the cross-functional influence and project ownership the value stream manager role requires.
Can I get hired as a value stream manager without direct lean leadership experience?
Some employers will consider candidates who have deep continuous improvement experience as an individual contributor but haven't yet held the value stream manager title. Emphasize any A3s you've led, kaizen events you've facilitated, and measurable results you've owned. Targeting smaller facilities or companies earlier in their lean journey gives you a better opening than pursuing mature, well-resourced lean organizations.
What does the value stream manager interview process look like?
Most value stream manager interview processes include an initial screening call, a technical interview covering lean tools and your approach to value stream mapping, and a final round where you present a past transformation project to a panel of operations and engineering leaders. Some employers add a site walk where they ask you to identify waste or improvement opportunities in real time.
Where can I find and apply to value stream manager jobs?
You can find and apply to value stream manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your industry background and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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