Six Sigma Black Belt - Wyoming Area

the-pivot-group-careers; Wyoming (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is seeking a Six Sigma Black Belt for opportunities in the Wyoming, MI area. You will lead complex improvement initiatives and drive cost savings and quality enhancements for partner manufacturers.

Ideal candidates have CSSBB certification, 5+ years of manufacturing Six Sigma experience, and a track record mentoring Green Belts. Strong analytics with Minitab/JMP is preferred.

Qualifications

• CSSBB certification with demonstrated project leadership.
• Minimum 5 years of experience applying Six Sigma in manufacturing.
• Proven ability to mentor cross-functional teams on complex improvement projects.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in statistical software.
• Experience in process mapping, root cause analysis, and control plan development.
• Track record of delivering significant cost savings or quality improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute complex Six Sigma projects to achieve significant cost savings and efficiency improvements.
• Mentor and coach Green Belts and other team members in Six Sigma methodologies and tools.
• Facilitate cross-functional teams to identify root causes of manufacturing defects and process variations.
• Apply advanced statistical analysis and data visualization to drive data-driven decision making.
• Develop and deliver Six Sigma training programs to build organizational capability.
• Collaborate with leadership to identify strategic improvement opportunities aligned with business goals.

Skills

CSSBB

Project leadership

Cross-functional leadership

Root cause analysis

Process mapping

Control plan development

Statistical analysis

Data visualization

Tools

Minitab

JMP

R

Python

Job description

Six Sigma Black Belt | Wyoming, MI

Salary Range: $90,000 - $137,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for excelling in six sigma black belt? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in Wyoming seeking experienced Six Sigma Black Belts.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. 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.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Wyoming region seeking Six Sigma Black Belts. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute complex Six Sigma projects to achieve significant cost savings and efficiency improvements.
• Mentor and coach Green Belts and other team members in Six Sigma methodologies and tools.
• Facilitate cross-functional teams to identify root causes of manufacturing defects and process variations.
• Apply advanced statistical analysis and data visualization to drive data-driven decision making.
• Develop and deliver Six Sigma training programs to build organizational capability.
• Collaborate with leadership to identify strategic improvement opportunities aligned with business goals.

Recommended Qualifications

• Certified Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB) with demonstrated project leadership.
• Minimum 5 years of experience applying Six Sigma methodologies in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven ability to lead and mentor cross-functional teams on complex improvement projects.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in statistical software (e.g., Minitab, JMP).
• Experience in process mapping, root cause analysis, and control plan development.
• Track record of delivering significant cost savings or quality improvements.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with Industry 4.0 technologies and their application in process improvement.
• Familiarity with advanced statistical software (e.g., Minitab, JMP, R, Python) beyond basic capabilities for complex data analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop Green Belts and other continuous improvement practitioners.
• Strong background in Design of Experiments (DOE) for optimizing complex manufacturing processes.
• Certification in Lean principles or experience leading significant Lean transformation initiatives.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Six Sigma Black Belt, Process Improvement Manager, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, Continuous Improvement Lead, Operational Excellence Manager, Senior Process Analyst, Business Process Consultant, Quality Black Belt, Six Sigma Project Manager, Black Belt Consultant

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.