Lean Six Sigma Process Improvement Specialist

Jabil; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Jabil is seeking a Lean Six Sigma Engineer to educate, promote, and mentor continuous improvement across the site. The role focuses on optimizing processes to minimize non-value-added activities and waste, with an emphasis on updating or correcting processes to reduce errors.

Responsibilities include leading Kaizen workshops, conducting ergonomic studies, and applying Six Sigma to reduce variation while driving cost savings and productivity improvements across manufacturing operations.

Qualifications

• Proven knowledge of Lean Six Sigma tools and DMAIC/PDCA methodologies.
• Strong communication and persuasive skills for cross-functional teams.
• Hands-on experience with simulation tools (Arena, GPSS, Pro-model, FlexSim).

Responsibilities

• Propose and implement lean improvements affecting DL efficiency.
• Coordinate VSMs and Kaizen workshops in assigned areas.
• Conduct ergonomic studies with Industrial Engineers to improve workstation design.
• Continuously improve areas via Lean Index monitoring and action plans.
• Identify cost reduction and productivity opportunities and drive implementation.
• Lead improvement projects to reduce process variation (Six Sigma).
• Design and monitor error-proofing devices where opportunities exist.
• Document methods to improve efficiency and reduce material/waste.
• Apply lean tools, educate teams, and promote Lean culture across operations.
• Participate in LPA, QRQC & JOS activities.
• Develop quality troubleshooting techniques using lean and Six Sigma methods.
• Create simulations to analyze impact of improvements when applicable.
• May take on additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Process Improvement

VSM/Kaizen

Ergonomics

Microsoft Office

Communication

Tools

Arena/GPSS/Pro-model/FlexSim

Job description

Jabil is seeking a Lean Six Sigma Engineer to educate, promote, and mentor continuous improvement across the site. The role focuses on optimizing processes to minimize non-value-added activities and waste, with an emphasis on updating or correcting processes to reduce errors.

Responsibilities include leading Kaizen workshops, conducting ergonomic studies, and applying Six Sigma to reduce variation while driving cost savings and productivity improvements across manufacturing operations.