Lean Six Sigma CI Manager — Chemical Process Plant

Ilocatum; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Ilocatum is seeking a Continuous Improvement (CI) Manager for its Gainesville, FL plant to lead Lean Six Sigma initiatives at the site and drive operational excellence. The role manages CI projects, coordinates training, and fosters a culture of continuous improvement across the organization.

The ideal candidate has a Black Belt or higher, 5+ years of chemical process/manufacturing CI experience, and strong leadership to mentor teams and influence stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related technical field.
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (or higher) certification.
• 5+ years of chemical process or manufacturing experience leading CI initiatives.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills with data analysis and statistical tools.
• Excellent leadership, coaching, and facilitation skills; effective communicator.

Responsibilities

• Lean Six Sigma Deployment: Lead the implementation and sustainment of Lean Six Sigma initiatives at the site, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and best practices.
• Training & Capability Building: Work with corporate resources to deliver foundational Lean Six Sigma training (e.g., Yellow Belt, Green Belt) to site personnel.
• Improvement Portfolio Management: Identify, prioritize, and manage a portfolio of CI projects, ensuring timely delivery, effective resource allocation, and measurable impact on safety, environmental performance, quality, cost, and productivity.
• Coaching & Mentoring: Participate in project teams and coaches teams and individuals in Lean Six Sigma tools, problem-solving, and change management.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Influence and engage stakeholders at the site to drive buy-in, overcome resistance, and embed a culture of continuous improvement.
• Performance Measurement: Track and report on CI metrics, project outcomes, and overall site performance improvements.

Skills

Lean

Six Sigma

Data analysis

Leadership

Project management

Change management

Stakeholder management

Coaching

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related technical field

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (or higher) certification

Job description

Ilocatum is seeking a Continuous Improvement (CI) Manager for its Gainesville, FL plant to lead Lean Six Sigma initiatives at the site and drive operational excellence. The role manages CI projects, coordinates training, and fosters a culture of continuous improvement across the organization.

The ideal candidate has a Black Belt or higher, 5+ years of chemical process/manufacturing CI experience, and strong leadership to mentor teams and influence stakeholders.