Lean Six Sigma Lead, Continuous Improvement

Boehringer Ingelheim; Barceloneta (PR); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Boehringer Ingelheim seeks a Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma practitioner to lead continuous improvement initiatives and optimize processes across a high-performance organization. The role supports new product introductions and collaborates across internal and external teams.

The incumbent will manage projects to timely realization, coach teams, and drive KPI-based improvements while complying with GMP, EHSS, and change-management practices. Fluency in English and Spanish is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Engineering Management from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of two years of relevant experience using Lean Six Sigma & continuous improvement methodologies in regulated manufacturing (cGMP).
• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification.
• PMP certification desired.
• ASQ certification as CQA or CQE or SQE desirable.
• Experience with Lean/Six Sigma and DMAIC problem solving methodologies.
• Project management skills and experience.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office and Visio.
• Statistical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to coach and facilitate individuals and teams.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with influence.
• Excellent oral and written communication in English and Spanish.
• Design Thinking/ Agile Method knowledge.
• Knowledge of computer software to support automated quality systems.
• Proficient in planning and coordinating project activities.

Responsibilities

• Develops and updates Value Stream Mapping to identify improvement opportunities and deliver customer value.
• Drives cost control, inventory reduction and production system effectiveness; proposes actions to management.
• Develops meaningful KPIs, performance charts and visual management across business areas.
• Communicates stakeholder analyses and mitigates risks to support transformational changes.
• Executes Lean Six Sigma projects using DMAIC, DFSS, PDCA, Kaizen events to reduce defects and cycle time.
• Develops strategic action plans and lean reporting tools to monitor benefits.
• Delivers training, coaching and mentoring in Lean Six Sigma and Business Process Excellence.
• Supports continuous improvement initiatives and change management processes.
• Complies with GMP and EHSS guidelines; supports environmental, health and safety initiatives.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

DMAIC/PDCA

Project management

Statistical analysis

Microsoft Office & Visio

Bilingual Spanish/English

Education

B.S. in Engineering or Engineering Management

PMP certification (desired)

ASQ CQE/CQA/SQE desirable

Tools

SAP

Tableau

Minitab

Visio

Excel

Job description

Boehringer Ingelheim seeks a Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma practitioner to lead continuous improvement initiatives and optimize processes across a high-performance organization. The role supports new product introductions and collaborates across internal and external teams.

The incumbent will manage projects to timely realization, coach teams, and drive KPI-based improvements while complying with GMP, EHSS, and change-management practices. Fluency in English and Spanish is expected.