Global Master Black Belt (f/m/d)

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Global Master Black Belt to lead Lean Six Sigma initiatives across various business units. In this pivotal role, you will drive continuous improvement by deploying best practices that enhance customer loyalty and operational efficiency. With a focus on mentoring and coaching, you'll collaborate with leadership to prioritize projects that align with strategic goals. This position offers the flexibility to work remotely or on-site, ensuring you can optimize your performance in a supportive environment. If you're passionate about fostering a culture of excellence and have a proven track record in quality management, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in manufacturing and business environments.
• MBB-Certified or MBB-Trained with coaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Deploy Lean Six Sigma methodology to drive business results.
• Mentor and coach Black and Green Belts, oversee certification.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Data Analysis

Leadership

Root Cause Analysis

Communication Skills

Education

Master Black Belt Certification

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Related Field

Tools

Statistical Process Control (SPC)

ANOVA

Regression Analysis

Job description

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Global Master Black Belt (f/m/d)

Apply locations: Remote - United States, Raleigh, North Carolina, Jefferson City, Missouri, Guarulhos, São Paulo, Brazil
Time type: Full time
Posted on: Posted 2 Days Ago
Job requisition id: R0083633

Location: Remote - United States

Job ID: R0083633

Date Posted: 2025-03-10

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY LTD

Profession (Job Category): Quality Management

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: Yes

Job Description:

The opportunity

As Master Black Belt Business Unit (BU) Transformers, you will be responsible for deploying Lean Six Sigma methodology throughout the BU and Regions (HUBs) to drive business results and foster a culture of continuous improvement. You will ensure proper support for critical business objectives by leveraging resources and deploying best practices to support growth, enhance customer loyalty through improved quality and lead times, increase profitability, and improve cash efficiency.

Our flexible work practices help you optimize performance and develop your skills in a supportive environment. You can work remotely or from the office, based on task demands or personal preferences.

How you'll make an impact

• Support deployment of BU Quality strategy using Black Belt and Green Belt resources
• Collaborate with leadership to select and prioritize projects aligned with strategic goals
• Lead or support strategic Black Belt projects across regions and BUs
• Mentor and coach Black and Green Belts, facilitate certifications, and oversee the toll gate process
• Provide and lead Lean Six Sigma training sessions
• Prepare belts for certification and manage certification approvals
• Deploy Lean Six Sigma initiatives, define needed resources, and match projects to initiatives
• Define, approve, and support key improvement projects
• Monitor all Black and Green Belt projects within the BU
• Review project statuses and identify new improvement opportunities

Your background

• Extensive experience (10+ years) in manufacturing and business environments
• 8+ years leading Lean and Six Sigma projects; MBB-Certified or MBB-Trained with coaching and training experience
• Proven ability to coach Black Belts towards certification
• Strong leadership and influencing skills at all organizational levels
• Analytical skills in data analysis, statistics, and graphical tools
• Experience with DOE, Hypothesis Testing, ANOVA, Regression, Measurement System Evaluation, Gage R&R, SPC, and other quality tools
• Excellent root cause analysis skills (DMAIC, DFSS, 8D, A3, 5 Why, FMEA)
• Fluent in English with strong communication and negotiation skills

Accessibility

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