Continuous Improvement/Six Sigma Specialist

Quest Global

Rockford (IL)

On-site

USD 87,000 - 92,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Short/Long Term Disability

Job summary

Quest Global is seeking a Continuous Improvement/Six Sigma Specialist to lead Lean initiatives across Rockford facilities. This on-site role requires guiding sites through process improvements, training teams, and delivering measurable performance gains.

You will partner with operations and engineering leaders to map value streams, run Kaizen events, and implement data-driven actions that reduce waste and improve quality.

Qualifications

Degree in Manufacturing, Operations, or Business Management (Mechanical/Electrical fields allowed) with 10+ years CI experience.
In lieu of degree, 12–15 years of Continuous Improvement experience.
Strong knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma; Green Belt preferred.
Proven track record of leading process improvement projects with measurable results.
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills to influence diverse teams.

Responsibilities

Drive deployment and integration of Continuous Improvement across sites to enhance operational excellence.
Drive Continuous Improvement culture throughout the site.
Partner with functional leaders to identify opportunities and implement data-driven solutions.
Facilitate workshops, Kaizen events, and training to foster CI culture.
Utilize tools (Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Visual Management, Lean Six Sigma) to identify inefficiencies and actions.
Serve as SME in defined tools, providing training and support to cross-functional teams.
Monitor and measure effectiveness of CI initiatives and report to leadership.
Support development and execution of site-level Improvement roadmaps.
Work with multiple organizations to align corporate improvement goals.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Problem solving

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing/Operations/Business

Tools

Value Stream Mapping

Visual Management

Job description

POSITION: Continuous Improvement/Six Sigma Specialist

Quest Global delivers world-class end-to-end engineering solutions by leveraging our deep industry knowledge and digital expertise. By bringing together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals and their areas of expertise, we are able to solve problems better, faster. This multi-dimensional approach enables us to solve the most critical and large-scale challenges across the aerospace & defense, automotive, energy, hi-tech, healthcare, medical devices, rail and semiconductor industries. We are looking for humble geniuses, who believe that engineering has the potential to make the impossible possible; innovators, who are not only inspired by technology and innovation, but also perpetually driven to design, develop, and test as a trusted partner for Fortune 500 customers. As a team of remarkably diverse engineers, we recognize that what we are really engineering is a brighter future for us all. If you want to contribute to meaningful work and be part of an organization that truly believes when you win, we all win, and when you fail, we all learn, then we’re eager to hear from you. The achievers and courageous challenge-crushers we seek, have the following characteristics and skills:

Job Requirements

What You Will Do

Drive the deployment and integration of Continuous Improvement methodologies across various sites to enhance operational excellence and meet business goals
Drive Continuous Improvement culture throughout the site
Partner with functional leaders to identify opportunities for process improvement and implement data-driven solutions.
Facilitate workshops, Kaizen events, and training sessions to foster a continuous improvement culture within the sites
Utilize tools and techniques (e.g., Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Visual Management, Lean Six Sigma, etc…) to identify inefficiencies and recommend corrective actions.
Serve as a subject matter expert in defined tools and techniques, providing training and support to cross-functional teams.
Monitor and measure the effectiveness of Continuous Improvement initiatives and provide regular updates to leadership.
Support the development and execution of site-level Improvement roadmaps, ensuring alignment with broader corporate objectives.
Work closely with multiple organizations to align corporate improvement goals

What You Will Bring

A degree/diploma in Manufacturing, Operations or Business Management or a related technical field (Mechanical, Industrial, or Electrical) preferred with 10+ years of experience.
In lieu of a degree 12-15 years of Continuous Improvement experience would be considered
Strong knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies; Green Belt preferred
Proven track record of leading process improvement projects with quantifiable results.
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills to influence and collaborate with diverse teams.

Pay Range:

$87K-$92K

Compensation decisions are made based on factors including experience, skills, education, and other job-related factors, in accordance with our internal pay structure. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement plan.

Work Requirements

This role is 100% on-site position located in Rockford, ILL

You must be able to commute to and from the location with your own transportation arrangements to meet the required working hours.
Shop floor environment, which may include but not limited to extensive walking, and ability to lift up to 40 lbs.

Travel requirements:

Travel may be required To other facilities.

Citizenship requirement:

Due to the nature of the work, U.S. citizenship is required.

Benefits

Full-time (Regular)