Senior Process Improvement Manager

H2B Consulting, Inc.; Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 87,000 - 101,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life

10 PTO days, 12 holidays, 5 sick days

Nonmatching 401(k) through Human Life

Professional support and client access

Job summary

H2B Consulting, Inc. in Sparks, NV is seeking a Senior Process Improvement Manager to drive Lean, Six Sigma and Kaizen initiatives, aiming to improve efficiency, standardization, quality, and performance.

You will partner with cross-functional leaders, develop metrics, and lead internal and external audits while promoting operational excellence. This is an on-site, part-time two-month contract with benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent professional experience.
• Current Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt preferred, or willingness to pursue certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation, communication, training, and auditing of best practices.
• Develop and execute process improvement initiatives aligned with strategy.
• Drive lean operations and continuous improvement across the organization.
• Establish and monitor performance metrics; drive improvement and resolve challenges.
• Coordinate and lead internal and external audits and assessments.

Skills

Six Sigma Green/Black Belt

Cross-functional teamwork

Analytical problem-solving

Organizational skills

Audit participation

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Our client operates in the aerospace and defense sectors, delivering customer-focused operations and integrated mission solutions. With over 60 years of industry leadership, the company develops advanced command, control, communications, intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, cybersecurity, and national security capabilities.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Senior Process Improvement Manager leads continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency, process standardization, quality management, and organizational performance. This role partners with cross-functional leaders to implement Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Kaizen methodologies, establish performance metrics, and lead internal and external audits. The ideal candidate promotes operational excellence and strategic process improvement aligned with business objectives.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the implementation, communication, training, and auditing of company and industry best practices.
• Partner with business area and functional leaders to develop and execute process improvement initiatives aligned with organizational strategy.
• Drive lean operations, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement across the organization.
• Establish and monitor performance metrics to measure process effectiveness, drive improvement, and resolve strategic business challenges.
• Coordinate and lead internal and external audits, assessments, and appraisal activities.
• Communicate audit findings, assessment results, and improvement opportunities to relevant stakeholders.
• Promote process standardization, quality management, and operational excellence.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in a related field; relevant professional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Current Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferred, or willingness to immediately pursue certification.
• Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work with cross-functional teams and leadership.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to support continuous improvement initiatives, performance measurement, and audit activities.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Typically 6–8 years of relevant professional experience; higher education may be considered in lieu of relevant experience, as applicable.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Lean Management, and Kaizen methodologies.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, AS9100, and CMMI quality and process standards.
• Experience with program management processes, standards, and certification requirements.
• Experience leading process improvement initiatives, internal and external audits, and continuous improvement programs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND EMPLOYMENT DETAILS

This is an on-site position in Sparks, Nevada. The role is a part-time, two-month contract. Compensation is $63–$73 per hour on a W-2 basis, with additional benefits. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; 10 PTO days, 12 paid holidays, five sick days, and a nonmatching 401(k) program through Human Interest. Employees also receive professional support and opportunities to work with leading clients.

CITIZENSHIP REQUIREMENT

Because the client is a federal government contractor performing services for the Department of Defense, the U.S. Air Force, NASA, and other organizations, U.S. citizenship without dual citizenship is required.

CERTIFICATIONS

A current Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification is preferred, or the candidate must be willing to immediately pursue certification.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The company evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time without notice.