Continuous Improvement Project Lead - Supply Chain

Westinghouse Electric Company, LLC; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 103,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical benefits

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Vacations and Company Holidays

Flexible Work Arrangements

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company, LLC is seeking a Continuous Improvement Project Leader to shape long‑term operational capability by leading a CI strategy, guiding improvement projects, and providing training in CI and root cause analysis. This role reports to the Leader of Supply Chain Operational and Functional Excellence and is remote.

You will align workforce skills with future needs, drive continuous improvement, and enable informed decisions through structured methods, coaching supervisors

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Supply Chain, Business or related field.
• Minimum 6+ years of applicable experience.
• Continuous Improvement and Project Management skills.
• Root Cause Analysis skills (8D, Six‑Sigma, 9‑Step Problem Solving).
• Ability to interpret data and provide actionable insights to leadership.
• Experience in making decisions to deliver expected services with quality.
• Experience in setting priorities, informing on risks and when appropriate making decisions.

Responsibilities

• Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement (50%)—Manage CI initiatives across Enterprise Supply Chain; prioritize projects; coordinate resources; train internal trainers and SMEs; facilitate structured problem‑solving workshops; coach on RCA and corrective action; develop standardized tools and templates; lead Lean waste‑reduction workshops.
• Process Standardization (25%)—Facilitate process mapping, Gemba analysis, and Lean waste reduction; lead change management; develop training materials, standard work, and RASCI.
• Culture, Engagement & Leadership Support (15%)—Support leadership development in communication, coaching, feedback, and delegation; suggest internal/external programs; facilitate feedback loops.
• Training Coordination & Governance (10%)—Standardize training materials; identify capability gaps; maintain auditable training records.

Skills

Continuous Improvement

Project Management

Root Cause Analysis

Data-driven decisions

Problem Solving

Decision making

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's in Supply Chain, Business or related Degree

Job description

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse’s mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.

About the role:

Continuous Improvement Project Leader you will shape long‑term operational capability by managing a continuous improvement strategy, leading improvement projects, and providing training for others in continuous improvement and root cause analysis. Align workforce skills with future business needs, drives continuous improvement and talent development, and enables informed decision‑making through structured decision making. You will report to the Leader of Supply Chain Operational and Functional Excellence and work remotely.

Key Responsibilities:

• 1. Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement (50%) Manage continuous improvement initiatives across Enterprise Supply Chain, including project prioritization and resource coordination.Build and maintain a network of internal trainers and SMEs through train‑the‑trainer programs.Facilitate structured problem‑solving workshops using RCA tools such as 5‑Why, Ishikawa, Pareto, and SIPOC.Coach supervisors and SMEs on root cause analysis and corrective action planning.Develop standardized tools, templates, and documentationFacilitate Lean waste‑reduction workshops, including value stream and future‑state mapping.
• 2. Process Standardization (25%) Facilitate process standardization initiatives, including process mapping, Gemba analysis, and Lean waste reduction.Lead teams through process implementation and change management.Develop supporting documentation, including training materials, standard work, and RASCI.
• 3. Culture, Engagement & Leadership Support (15%) Support leadership development in communication, coaching, feedback, delegation, and team development.Recommend internal and external programs to strengthen leadership and soft skills.Facilitate feedback loops to improve process adoption, training, and communications.
• 4. Training Coordination & Governance (10%) Standardize training materials, assessments, and documentation within a centralized repository.Identify training and capability gaps and recommend mitigation strategies.Maintain accurate, complete, and auditable training and competency records.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's in Supply Chain, Business or related DegreeMinimum 6+ years of applicable experience
• Continuous ImprovementProject Managment skillsSupply Chain
• Root Cause Analysis Skills (8D, Six‑Sigma, 9‑Step Problem Solving, etc)Ability to interpret data and provide actionable insights to leadership· Continuous improvement mindsetExperience in making decisions required to deliver expected services with quality.Experience in setting priorities, informing on risks and when appropriate making decisions

The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $103,200 to $129,000 per year.

Benefits:

Our benefits package is tailored to meet the diverse needs of our employees, while also promoting wellness and career growth. The following are representative of what we offer:

• 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

Why Westinghouse?

Westinghouse Electric Company is the global nuclear energy industry's first choice for safe, clean, and efficient energy solutions. We enable our delivery of this vision by living our value system:

• Safety and Quality
• Integrity and Trust
• Customer Focus and Innovation
• Speed and Passion to Win
• Teamwork and Accountability

While our Global Headquarters are located in Cranberry Township, PA, we have over 11,000 employees working at locations in 19 different countries. You can learn more by visiting

Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities