Staff Engineer, LSS Black Belt

INTEGRA LIFESCIENCES CORP; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 109,250 - 149,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) savings plan

Short- and long-term disability

Job summary

INTEGRA LIFESCIENCES CORP is seeking a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt to lead high-impact improvement projects across their Global Supply Chain & Operations. This role requires expertise in Lean methodologies and advanced statistical tools, with responsibility for driving measurable results and coaching teams.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in regulated environments and will collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational effectiveness. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 10–15+ years in engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, or operations.
• Minimum 5 years leading advanced LSS projects.
• Expert-level analytical capability.

Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale Lean Six Sigma initiatives for global impact.
• Facilitate major Kaizen events and value-stream redesign.
• Mentor and coach Sr Engineers and Green Belts.

Skills

Advanced statistical methods

Lean Six Sigma methodologies

Project management

Influencing skills

Analytical capability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science or related field

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

DMAIC

Monte Carlo simulation

Visual management tools

Job description

Summary Description

The Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (Staff Engineer) is a key practitioner within Integra’s Global Supply Chain & Operations organization, responsible for leading high-impact continuous improvement projects that enhance quality, service, cost, throughput, and operational stability across the enterprise. Reporting to the Director, Operational Excellence, this role executes the Lean Six Sigma strategy, applies advanced problem‑solving methodologies, and partners directly with site leaders, Supply Chain, Quality, and cross‑functional teams to drive measurable operational results. The Black Belt also contributes to capability building by coaching Green Belts, supporting CI training, and modeling the behaviors required to sustain a culture of operational excellence in a regulated life‑sciences environment. A critical part of this role is supporting the implementation and maturation of Daily Management and tiered accountability review processes across global operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Leadership & Execution
  • Lead large‑scale, high‑complexity Lean Six Sigma initiatives impacting multiple sites, functions, or global value streams.
  • Serve as a technical expert in DMAIC, advanced statistical modeling, and experimental design; independently apply DOE, MSA, Monte Carlo simulation, and multivariate analysis.
  • Develop enterprise project charters, align stakeholders across functions, and remove systemic barriers to execution.
  • Influence long‑term operational strategy by identifying structural waste, systemic constraints, and capability gaps.
• Lean Deployment, Daily Management & CI Methodologies
  • Shape and advance Lean deployment strategy across global operations, ensuring alignment with enterprise priorities.
  • Facilitate major Kaizen events, value‑stream redesign initiatives, and cross‑site improvement efforts with full autonomy.
  • Lead deployment and maturation of Daily Management Systems at the site and enterprise tier, including system design, capability building, and governance.
  • Provide expert coaching to Tier 1–3 leaders on KPI design, problem‑solving rigor, escalation pathways, and accountability cycles.
  • Design, implement, and sustain standard work systems, visual management, and process controls across functions or sites.
• Coaching & Capability Building
  • Mentor and elevate the capabilities of Sr Engineers, Green Belts, process owners, and future Black Belts.
  • Lead delivery of LSS curriculum, including advanced tools training, belt certification, and hands‑on coaching for complex projects.
  • Serve as a role model for enterprise‑wide continuous improvement culture, influencing senior leaders and cross‑functional teams.
• Operational Integration & Cross‑Functional Collaboration
  • Act as a strategic technical partner to Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Commercial teams.
  • Ensure improvement initiatives meet or exceed regulatory, quality, and compliance requirements with minimal oversight.
  • Collaborate with Finance to validate and forecast benefits across large portfolios and improvement pipelines.
  • Influence cross‑functional decision‑making by applying data‑driven recommendations and systems‑level insights.
• Performance Measurement & Reporting
  • Design enterprise dashboards, advanced control plans, and performance systems to ensure long‑term sustainability of improvements.
  • Present concise, strategic updates to executive sponsors, translating statistical insights into business decisions.
  • Lead contributions to global maturity assessments, including evaluation of LSS adoption, operational discipline, and Daily Management effectiveness.

Required Skills & Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, or related technical field; advanced degree preferred.
• Experience: 10–15+ years in engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, or operations.
• Minimum 5 years leading advanced LSS projects with validated cross‑functional impact.
• Demonstrated success in regulated environments (medical device, biotech, pharmaceutical).
• Expert‑level analytical capability and mastery of advanced statistical methods.
• Strong influencing and leadership skills across global, matrixed teams.
• Ability to drive enterprise transformation and coach senior leaders.
• Proven capability in large‑scale project and portfolio management.

Tools & Equipment Used

• General office equipment: Computers, printers, copiers, fax machines, telephone communication systems.
• Additional tools may vary depending on specific function (e.g., manufacturing, field service, or laboratory work) and will be defined in role‑specific documentation.

Physical Requirements

Sit, listen, speak, and move through various areas of the building. Travel across all company locations as needed. Periodically lift and/or move items up to twenty‑five pounds. Travel domestically and internationally via car, train, or airplane, as required by the role.

Adverse Working Conditions

Exposure to hazardous and biohazardous materials such as flammable and corrosive liquids, compressed gases, sharps, medical waste. Appropriate safety protocols and personal protective equipment (PPE) are required and provided.

Salary

Pay Range: $109,250.00 – $149,500.00 USD.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, business accident insurance, group legal insurance, and savings plan (401(k)).

Equal Opportunity Employer

Integra LifeSciences is an equal opportunity employer, and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees regardless of race, marital status, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status. EEO is the law. Integra LifeSciences is committed to provide qualified applicants and employees who are disabled veterans or individuals with disabilities with needed reasonable accommodations in accordance with the ADA.