Based in Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania, the Westinghouse Electric Company is a global provider of safe and innovative nuclear technology. As an employer, the
Lead Specialist, Continuous Improvement
Location
Pennsylvania
Posted
7 days ago
Salary
$100.8K - $129K / year
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Lead Specialist, Continuous Improvement
Westinghouse Electric Company
• 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
Job Requirements
- 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.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options
- Wellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well-being including Employee Assistance Program providing support for our employees and their household members
- 401(k) with Company Match Contributions to support employees' retirement
- Paid Vacations and Company Holidays
- Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements to promote work-life balance
- Educational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs to help employees grow in their careers
- Global Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service
- Employee Referral Program
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