Gas Process Owner

Duke Energy; United States; Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Energy seeks a Gas Process Owner to drive continuous improvement across Gas Operations, guiding cross-functional teams and fostering a Lean Six Sigma culture.

You will analyze processes, lead Kaizen events, and deliver projects up to $1 million in scope, with a hybrid work arrangement and onsite requirements as needed.

Bachelor's degree plus four years of related experience required; Lean Six Sigma certifications and strong facilitation skills preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with 4+ years of related work experience.
• Preferred Lean Six Sigma Green Belt and/or Yellow Belt; PMP certification is a plus.
• Strong analytical and soft skills; proven meeting facilitation and documentation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex or high-profile cross-functional continuous improvement projects using Lean Six Sigma (LSS).
• Facilitate project identification and completion with stakeholders and teams.
• Conduct process mapping, value stream mapping, and ROI analysis using LSS, Agile & Design Thinking tools.
• Utilize data and LSS framework to develop and implement solutions.
• Perform change management to ensure successful implementation.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt

Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt

PMP Certification

Leadership

Analytical skills

Facilitation

Technical documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Project

Minitab

iGrafx

Visio

Job description

The Gas Process Owner is responsible for facilitating continuous improvement projects and events for Gas Operations. This individual will perform analysis, lead Kaizen events, work with individuals at all levels and help enable a continuous improvement culture. This position will lead, motivate and influence cross functional teams from across the organization. The incumbent is responsible for achieving goals and targets of projects that may be up to $1 MM in scope.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex or high profile, cross-functional continuous improvement projects using Lean Six Sigma (LSS) methodology
• Facilitate project identification and completion with stakeholders, process owners and project teams
• Perform the following internal consulting services process mapping, value stream mapping, process design, methods development, establishing performance standards/metrics, return on investment or value proposition analysis, project management and detailed process analysis using Lean Six Sigma, Agile & Design Thinking tools
• Utilize data and LSS framework to help teams develop and implement solutions
• Perform change management functions to ensure successful implementation
• Stimulate management thinking by tactfully challenging conventional wisdom through demonstration of the application of Lean Six Sigma methodology.
• Utilize data and EQ framework to help project team develop and implement solutions

Required/Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• In addition to bachelor's degree, four (4) years minimum of related work experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt and/or Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt
• PMP Certification
• Demonstrated effective use of analytical and soft skills
• Demonstrated knowledge and application of effective meeting facilitation and preparation of technical documentation
• Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Minitab and workflow process software (ex. iGrafx, Visio, etc.)
• Strong leadership skills with proven ability to facilitate cross-functional teams

Working Conditions

Hybrid Mobility Classification - Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees must live within a reasonable commute to their designated Duke Energy facility, not greater than 50 miles one way. Employees are expected to report to their assigned Duke Energy facility as required and directed by their manager, on average 3 full workdays per regular workweek. Travel may be needed in some instances, although rare Travel Requirements 5-15% Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable) No Represented/Union Position No Visa Sponsored Position No. This is not a Visa Sponsored Position. This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.

Diversity & Inclusion

Duke Energy values ideas that come from a diverse and inclusive workforce, and we’re dedicated to providing a work environment where all people are valued, respected and able to reach their full potential. Duke Energy is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, including but not limited to lactation, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, medical condition, military status, or protected veteran status. Duke Energy complies with all applicable state, federal and local laws, regulations and ordinances prohibiting discrimination.