Black Belt

01 Hypertherm, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 90,901 - 151,503; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-Sharing and Employee Stock Ownership

Paid Community Service Time

Commitment to Environmental Stewardship

Job summary

01 Hypertherm, Inc. is seeking an experienced Lean Six Sigma Black Belt to lead improvement initiatives in Kent, WA. This role involves leading cross-functional teams in applying Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to achieve significant business results.

The ideal candidate will have 5–10 years of experience, a proven track record in change leadership, and strong analytical skills. The company values a collaborative, employee-owned culture with relocation assistance available.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of applied experience leading complex improvement initiatives.
• Proven track record leading Lean and Six Sigma initiatives.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional improvement projects.
• Communicate project purpose and progress to stakeholders.
• Design and deliver Lean training programs.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma methodologies

Project management

Data analysis

Coaching and mentoring

Education

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Job description

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Hypertherm Associates is seeking an experienced, energetic Lean Six Sigma Black Belt to lead change and advance a strong continuous improvement culture on our Corporate Improvement Team in Kent, WA.

Responsibilities

• Change Leadership & Project Management: lead cross‑functional and cross‑regional teams through Lean and Six Sigma improvement projects, applying structured problem‑solving, data‑driven decision making, and project management disciplines to deliver and sustain significant business results.
• Ensure clear, consistent communication of project purpose, progress, risks, and outcomes to sponsors and stakeholders.
• Training, Coaching & Capability Building: design, deliver, and continuously improve Lean and Six Sigma training; coach and mentor associates at all levels on Lean principles, Structured Problem Solving, Six Sigma methodologies, and improvement tools; support and develop Yellow, Green and Black Belts through hands‑on project coaching and certification mentoring.
• Facilitation & Continuous Improvement: facilitate Kaizen events and improvement workshops, guiding teams in establishing clear objectives and shared commitment through collaborative, consensus‑driven facilitation; apply structured improvement tools such as value stream and process mapping, root cause analysis, waste identification/elimination, 5S/visual workplace, 5 whys, etc. to enable breakthrough improvements.
• Metrics, Reporting & Communication: report regularly to project sponsors and steering teams on progress, outcomes, and lessons learned; define and track meaningful metrics that establish the current state baseline, demonstrate project impact and quantify value and impact of the change to the business.

Qualifications

Certified and practicing Lean Six Sigma Black Belt with typically 5–10 years of applied experience leading complex, cross‑functional improvement initiatives, or equivalent experience demonstrated through accelerated roles, project leadership, or comparable scope of responsibility.

• Proven track record leading Lean and Six Sigma initiatives that deliver real, sustained, and measurable business results.
• Experience operating in a business process leadership role, engineering, operations, or a comparable environment with significant organizational complexity.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, including applied statistics, with the ability to translate data and information into decisions and action.
• A high‑energy leader of change who is comfortable challenging the status quo and influencing without authority.
• Skilled facilitator with experience leading Kaizen events and/or delivering formal or informal training.
• Strong project management capabilities, including risk management and stakeholder communication.
• Deep interest in professional growth and organizational development.
• Motivation to step into visible leadership roles and influence enterprise‑wide change.

Desired Experience

• Experience in a technical, manufacturing, or industrial environment.
• Project planning or project management certification.
• Experience designing and delivering adult learning or training programs.

Location & Travel

Onsite in Kent, WA. Relocation assistance is available. Travel up to 15% to Hypertherm Offices.

Benefits

• Collaborative, 100% employee‑owned culture.
• Profit‑Sharing and Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP).
• Five days/year paid Community Service Time.
• Strong commitment to Environmental Stewardship.
• Stable, growing organization with a no‑layoff philosophy.
• Base pay range: $90,901.00–$151,503.00 per year (depending on relevant experience, skills, and education).

Equal Opportunity Employer

Hypertherm Associates is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we welcome all applications. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. At Hypertherm Associates, we are committed to building an inclusive diverse, flexible, and collaborative environment.