Lead Specialist, Continuous Improvement

Responsibilities

• Lead teams to complete and deliver multiple continuous improvement projects across Westinghouse using both PDCA and DMAIC methodologies and Lean Six‑Sigma tools
• Identify and lead Kaizen Events throughout Westinghouse to improve complex business and manufacturing processes, improving quality, productivity, and cost performance
• Use Lean Six‑Sigma tools to ensure data‑driven decision‑making
• Be the change agent to promote a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring adoption and sustainment of continuous improvement projects throughout the organization
• Report progress, challenges, and successes to project sponsors and continuous improvement leadership
• Provide mentoring, coaching, and training on the use of Lean and Six‑Sigma tools and methodologies

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. Engineering or Operations Management degree preferred.
• Experience leading Lean Six‑Sigma and continuous improvement projects
• Black Belt certification or pursuing a Black Belt certification.
• Experience managing teams and leading continuous improvement projects.
• Able to travel up to 30% of the time, including international.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in leading Lean Six‑Sigma continuous improvement projects, utilizing PDCA and DMAIC methodologies to enhance business and manufacturing processes. Capable of mentoring teams and fostering a culture of continuous improvement while effectively reporting project outcomes to leadership.