Process Improvement Specialist- THANOS Falls Church, VA

ZipRecruiter; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Process Improvement Specialist to assess workflows and develop strategies for continuous improvement. This role entails collaboration with diverse teams to enhance operational performance using methodologies such as Lean Six Sigma. Located in Falls Church, VA, the position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in process improvement, operational excellence, or organizational development.
• Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt, Black Belt) required.
• Experience with federal government healthcare programs (e.g., VA, DHA, DoD).

Responsibilities

• Evaluate existing business processes to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement.
• Lead process mapping and workflow analysis activities.
• Facilitate workshops to collect data and assess needs.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration, Industrial Engineering, Healthcare Management, or related field

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Aleknagik Technology, LLC is searching for a qualified candidate to fill the role of Process Improvement Specialist. This role involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams to assess workflows, develop strategies, and apply process improvement methodologies such as Lean Six Sigma, and Agile practices to drive continuous improvement. The position will be onsite at Falls Church, VA or San Antonio, TX, with remote work options as approved.

Duties:

• Evaluate existing business processes to identify inefficiencies, redundancies, and areas for improvement.
• Lead process mapping and workflow analysis activities across program functions.
• Develop and implement process improvement initiatives aligned with program goals and strategic objectives.
• Facilitate workshops and meetings with stakeholders to collect data, assess needs, and gain buy-in for changes.
• Apply Lean Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies to design and refine processes.
• Monitor the outcomes of improvement initiatives and measure their impact on performance and efficiency.
• Document process changes and ensure alignment with compliance and quality standards.
• Provide training and guidance on process improvement with the best practices for internal staff.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, Industrial Engineering, Healthcare Management, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in process improvement, operational excellence, or organizational development roles.
• Proficiency in process mapping tools and data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI).
• Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional improvement projects.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with performance metrics, dashboards, and continuous improvement frameworks.
• Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt, Black Belt)
• Experience with federal government healthcare programs (e.g., VA, DHA, DoD)
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