Process Engineer

adventhealth; New Mexico; On-site; USD 66,170 - 123,073; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Job summary

AdventHealth is seeking a Process Improvement Engineer to develop analytic strategies, measure performance, and drive efficiency across healthcare operations. You will identify gaps, apply Lean Six Sigma methods, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement value-based care initiatives.

The role emphasizes problem solving, data-driven decision making, and the ability to manage multiple projects with strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred.
• 2+ years in engineering, healthcare, or related field.
• Experience leading process-improvement projects; Lean Six Sigma experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops analytic strategies and metrics for projects; defines data sources and baselines.
• Identifies current processes and researches best practices to improve costs and efficiency.
• Leads cross-functional teams; communicates progress and obstacles to stakeholders.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Data analysis

Project management

Process mapping

Statistical analysis

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

DOE

Six Sigma tools

Visio

Excel

Job description

Benefits and Perks

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule: Full time

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Address: 2600 Westhall Ln

City: Maitland

State: Florida

Postal Code: 32751

Job Description

Develops and implements analytic and measurement strategies for projects, including key metrics, data sources, and baseline data collection. Identifies and documents current processes, researches best practices, conducts volume and utilization analysis, and develops key performance indicators and future state recommendations. Utilizes tools such as Value Stream Mapping, 5S/7S, Visual Workplace, and others to identify gaps in quality delivery, labor efficiency, and throughput. Performs problem‑solving activities and root cause analysis using statistical tools like DOE and 3x5 Why. Conducts time studies and capacity analysis to improve operational efficiencies. Collaborates with cross‑functional teams to validate current processes, identify inefficiencies, and reduce costs through process analysis. Supports projects aimed at improving costs and driving value‑based care. Communicates regularly with stakeholders about progress, critical factors, and obstacles. Works with management, consultants, and other process engineers to determine resource and staffing needs for projects and manages resources and deliverables. Employs improvement methods and tools such as Lean, Rapid Cycle Testing, RCA, FMEA, and Six Sigma. Acts independently, demonstrating strong leadership, organizational, and problem‑solving skills. Facilitates discussions and resolves conflicts among management and staff, maintaining diplomacy and tact. Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Skill to succeed in a dynamic environment and produce deliverables in tight timeframes under constant pressure
• Strong analytical, statistical, and creative problem‑solving skills
• Knowledge of industrial engineering principles such as LEAN, workflow analysis, statistical analysis, work simplification, time standard, staffing analysis, and process improvement techniques as they apply to healthcare management system processes and operations
• Facilitation of various PI methodologies
• Well‑informed, practical experience using software, database, and computer applications skills, including knowledge of spreadsheets, word processing, simulation software, and report writing
• Solid understanding and application of data collection/analysis tools & methodologies
• Well‑versed in process mapping, root cause analysis, statistical controls
• Ability to succinctly translate high‑level concepts into actionable items
• Familiar with project management and change management concepts and methodologies
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Able to lead a project independently under limited direction and manage multiple projects simultaneously while thriving in a setting requiring collaboration and teamwork
• Ability to transfer clients’ perceptions of problems into viable solutions. Utilizes diplomacy skills and flexibility in response to clients’ changing concerns
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Visio)

Education

• Bachelor’s [Required]
• Master’s [Preferred]

Field of Study

• Industrial Engineering or Process Improvement

Work Experience

• 2+ years of relevant experience in engineering, healthcare, business [Required]
• Experienced practitioner of quality & process improvement methodologies such as lean six sigma [Required]
• Proven experience leading process improvement projects, preferably in a complex organizational environment [Required]

Licenses and Certifications

• Six Sigma Black Belt Certification (CSSBB) [Preferred]

Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/23km2677

Pay Range

$66,170.74 - $123,073.07

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti‑discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.