Six Sigma Black Belt – Kalamazoo Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 93,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Kalamazoo, MI is actively seeking Six Sigma Black Belts to lead and enhance manufacturing operations. This network connects with Kalamazoo-area manufacturers to drive process improvements and reduce defects.

Qualified candidates will have extensive DMAIC experience, strong statistical skills, and a Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a technical field. This role emphasizes cross-functional leadership and measurable project savings.

Qualifications

• Five or more years in manufacturing process improvement.
• Strong statistical analysis and Minitab skills.
• Proven record of leading DMAIC projects to completion.

Responsibilities

• Support audits and corrective actions for quality systems.
• Lead cross functional teams on process improvement projects.
• Apply DMAIC methods to reduce variation and defects.
• Analyze production data to find root causes of quality issues.
• Coach Green Belts and project teams on Six Sigma tools.
• Track project savings and report results to plant leadership.
• Develop and update control plans and standard work.
• Run design of experiments and measurement system studies.

Skills

Minitab

Statistical analysis

DMAIC

Lean Six Sigma

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor degree in engineering or a technical field

Tools

Minitab

Job description

Job Description:

Six Sigma Black Belt | Kalamazoo, MI

Salary Range: $93,000 – $140,000 depending on experience

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for excelling as a six sigma black belt? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting community growth. We collaborate with leading companies in the Kalamazoo area seeking Six Sigma Black Belts to lead and enhance their operations.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan’s manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

This posting covers Six Sigma Black Belt opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Kalamazoo in Kalamazoo County, within about 30 minutes of the city, including Galesburg, Comstock, Oshtemo, and Parchment.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across the Kalamazoo area seeking Six Sigma Black Belts who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Usual Responsibilities

• Support audits and corrective actions for quality systems.
• Lead cross functional teams on process improvement projects.
• Apply DMAIC methods to reduce variation and defects.
• Analyze production data to find root causes of quality issues.
• Coach Green Belts and project teams on Six Sigma tools.
• Track project savings and report results to plant leadership.
• Develop and update control plans and standard work.
• Run design of experiments and measurement system studies.

Recommended Qualifications

• Five or more years in manufacturing process improvement.
• Strong statistical analysis and Minitab skills.
• Proven record of leading DMAIC projects to completion.
• Bachelor degree in engineering or a technical field.
• Black Belt certification from a recognized program.

Bonus Qualifications

• Background in automotive or medical device production.
• Experience training and mentoring Green Belts.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 or IATF 16949.
• Master Black Belt or advanced statistics coursework.
• Lean manufacturing experience alongside Six Sigma.

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who’ve been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic – they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search – market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we’ll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Manufacturing Engineer, Quality Manager, Operational Excellence Specialist, Six Sigma Consultant, Process Engineer, Continuous Improvement Manager, Quality Engineer, Process Improvement Engineer, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt

Required Skills:

Minitab Resume Data Offers Business Process Improvement Adoption Lean Six Sigma Access Support Cost Savings Management Skills Savings Operational Excellence Closure Six Sigma ROOT Process Optimization Operations Waste Business Process Analysis Training Programs Data Collection Salary Hiring Partnerships Recruiting Process Improvement Compensation Agile Continuous Improvement Optimization Manufacturing Team Leadership Preparation Software Engineering Business Project Management Training Leadership Management

Salary Package:

$ 93,000.00 – 140,000.00 (US Dollar)