Process Improvement Specialist / Black Belt

We are seeking a Black Belt / Performance Excellence Leader to work in partnership with leadership and employees at our Mill. This individual will lead the Performance Excellence program focusing on continuous improvement utilizing Lean-Six Sigma Tools and Methodology.

The position will require working effectively across all levels of the organization to translate sustainable process improvements into financial results. The BB/PE Leader will coach and support part-time Belts on projects, and coordinate leadership efforts to enhance the Mill’s Daily Management System. 

HOW YOU IMPACT:

• Work with mill leadership in the identification and alignment of mill productivity priorities, business needs, and project opportunities.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams in process and systems improvement projects that result in significant financial impact.
• Coach and mentor multiple Yellow, Green and Black Belts per year.
• Identify Lean-Six Sigma training candidates and support local and corporate training programs.
• Work effectively with operations to translate process improvement findings into production specifications and standard work.
• Maintain project documentation within the project and daily management systems.
• Support business unit or divisional initiatives.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant industry experience with progressive growth in leadership and business.
• Demonstrated ability to execute complex projects in fast paced and dynamic environments using and teaching Lean-Six Sigma Tools and Methodology.
• Capability to coach, teach, and mentor technical and non-technical knowledge to hourly and salaried employees to drive business results.
• Strong financial acumen to create models used to support project selection and determine net project value to the P&L.
• Driven with a sense of urgency to achieve results.
• Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills from the shop floor to executive level.
• Skilled decision maker and systematic problem solver.
• Ability to positively influence, persuade and build teams.
• Average of 25% travel.