Operations Project Lead, Heavy Transport | Lean Six Sigma

TRIGO Group; Seguin (TX); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

TRIGO Global Quality Solutions is seeking an Operations Project Lead for the Heavy Transportation division, based out of Shippensburg, PA. The role oversees end-to-end operational projects, coordinating cross-functional teams and external partners to achieve on-time, on-spec results.

Frequent travel is required. The position emphasizes driving improvements, managing project plans, and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance while leading quality inspections and process optimizations.

Qualifications

• English language proficiency required.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to handle confidential material.
• Proficiency in MS Project and Smartsheet.
• Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma principles and process optimization.
• Ability to read blueprints, GD&T, specifications, and processes.
• Experience using precision measurement equipment and inspection tools.
• Understanding of safety, regulatory, and quality compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from concept to completion, aligning with goals and timelines.
• Coordinate communication among internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Develop and manage project plans, including resource allocation, scheduling, and risk mitigation.
• Drive process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Monitor project performance metrics and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and ensure seamless execution.
• Prepare and present project status reports to leadership with recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and quality standards throughout the lifecycle.
• Respond promptly to urgent project or facility concerns to minimize disruptions.
• Lead quality inspection activities for incoming, in-process, and final product verification.
• Coordinate containment, root cause investigations, corrective actions, and verification related to nonconforming material.
• Review inspection results, quality trends, and defect data to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Strong project management expertise, including planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and risk mitigation.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills for cross-functional coordination.
• Proven ability to drive continuous improvement using Lean Six Sigma or similar methodologies.
• High adaptability and problem-solving to manage evolving priorities.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Lean Six Sigma

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or Operations Management

PMP or Lean Six Sigma certification preferred

Tools

MS Project

Smartsheet

Job description

TRIGO Global Quality Solutions is seeking an Operations Project Lead for the Heavy Transportation division, based out of Shippensburg, PA. The role oversees end-to-end operational projects, coordinating cross-functional teams and external partners to achieve on-time, on-spec results.

Frequent travel is required. The position emphasizes driving improvements, managing project plans, and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance while leading quality inspections and process optimizations.