Remote Process Improvement Consultant - Transform Ops

Stella Contracting, Inc; Omaha (NE); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development programs

Flexible work arrangement

Competitive contract rate: $100,000–$1

Job summary

Stella Contracting, Inc. is seeking a results-oriented Process Improvement Consultant to join on a full-time contract basis.

The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to assess operations, identify inefficiencies, and drive sustainable improvements that enhance business performance. The ideal candidate will have strong problem-solving abilities, excellent communication, and experience managing multiple improvement projects simultaneously.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Business, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or related field preferred.
• 3–7 years of experience in process improvement, operations consulting, Lean/Six Sigma, or project management roles.
• Certification in Lean, Six Sigma, or related process improvement methodology is a plus.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills.
• Proficiency with process mapping, workflow analysis tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with proven experience delivering presentations and facilitating workshops.
• Ability to lead cross-functional project teams, manage multiple priorities, and deliver results on time.

Responsibilities

• Analyze current processes to identify improvements, efficiency gains, and cost reductions.
• Gather and evaluate data through interviews, observations, and process mapping.
• Recommend practical solutions and strategies based on industry best practices.
• Design and implement process improvement initiatives, including documentation, standardization, and training.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to develop action plans, set priorities, and monitor progress.
• Lead change management efforts to drive adoption and lasting results across teams.
• Conduct workshops and training sessions to build process improvement capabilities.
• Prepare and present reports, dashboards, and updates to leadership with clear recommendations and metrics.
• Continuously assess results and make data-driven adjustments to maintain outcomes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Project management

Communication skills

Workshop facilitation

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Business, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management

Lean Six Sigma certification (preferred)

Tools

Process mapping

Workflow analysis tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Stella Contracting, Inc. is seeking a results-oriented Process Improvement Consultant to join on a full-time contract basis.

The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to assess operations, identify inefficiencies, and drive sustainable improvements that enhance business performance. The ideal candidate will have strong problem-solving abilities, excellent communication, and experience managing multiple improvement projects simultaneously.