Senior Specialist Continuous Improvement (Black Belt)
Job Description
Job Description
The Sr. Specialist, Black Belt, CI sits within Manufacturing Continuous Improvement team and contributes to operational excellence by fostering a culture of continuous improvement and executing foundational CI initiatives. This role is responsible for leading and mentoring teams in Lean Six Sigma methodologies, driving targeted process improvement initiatives, and embedding sustainable daily operational and business efficiencies. Additionally, the Sr. Specialist, Black Belt, CI champions with core values of integrity, growth, and excellence, playing a key role in achieving and maintaining high standards of operational performance.
Key responsibilities:
•Manage Lean Six Sigma (LSS) Process improvement Projects: Lead process improvement projects with Plant leadership and engineering teams to enhance plant efficiency, improve product quality, and reduce operating costs.
•Facilitate Cross-Functional Team Leadership:Guide cross-functional teams through improvement initiatives, facilitating workshops and ensuring execution of process improvement activities as directed by our Operating System (POM).
•Analyze Operational Data to Drive Improvements: Utilize data analytics to identify root causes of inefficiencies and implement strategic projects focused on operational optimization.
•Support Operating Model Implementation: Drive the plant-level implementation of POM, ensuring alignment with operations goals. Provide strategic consultations to plant teams to ensure effective and uniform implementation.
•Mentor and Coach Lean Six Sigma Green Belts: Provide mentorship and coaching to Green Belts and project team members, helping them build Lean Six Sigma capabilities and drive continuous improvement.
•Champion a Safety-First Culture: Advocate for and model a “Safety First” culture. Provide tools and lead projects that enhance safety standards and improve safety outcomes.
•Monitor and Report Performance Metrics: monitor and report key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure project success. Provide regular reports and insights to project sponsors and leadership to track progress.
About You
Knowledge
•Lean, Six Sigma, and Continuous Improvement Methodologies
•Statistical Simulation and Analytical Tools (PowerBI, ERP, SAP, MiniTab)
•Continuous Manufacturing Processes (operations, maintenance, EHS and quality)
•Microsoft Applications
Skills
•Excellent verbal and written communication
•Project Management
•Critical Thinking
•Data analysis & interpretation
•Influential leadership
•Time management & prioritization
•Risk monitoring and mitigation
•Facilitation
•Change Management
Mindsets
•Continuous Improvement approach
•Challenges the status-quo
•Action-oriented
•Composed under pressure
•Safety-first
•Results-driven
•Data-driven
•Flexible & Adaptable
Required and Preferred Education/Certification
•Bachelors Degree in STEM (science, technology, engineering, math), supply chain, business administration, finance (preferred)
•Certification in Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or willingness to become certified (preferred)
Required and Preferred Work Experience
•3+ years experience in Manufacturing or Supply Chain related activities (planning, transportation, packaging, warehousing, etc.). (required)
•3+ years in a manufacturing organization in a decision-making capacity (preferred)
•3+ years experience leading complex continuous improvement projects (preferred)
•Lean Six Sigma Experience (preferred)
Company DescriptionLabor Solutions, LLC is a leader in the professional, temporary, and direct hire industry throughout the Midwest area. Our clients range from individual entrepreneurs to large corporations, and while we are big enough to serve Fortune 100 companies, we are small enough to stay nimble in an always-changing market.
Thank you!
Company Description
Labor Solutions, LLC is a leader in the professional, temporary, and direct hire industry throughout the Midwest area. Our clients range from individual entrepreneurs to large corporations, and while we are big enough to serve Fortune 100 companies, we are small enough to stay nimble in an always-changing market.\r\n\r\nThank you!