Staff Engineer, LSS Black Belt

INTEGRA LIFESCIENCES CORP; United States; On-site; USD 109,250 - 149,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) savings plan

Job summary

INTEGRA LIFESCIENCES CORP is seeking a Staff Engineer, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt to lead vital continuous improvement projects within the Global Supply Chain & Operations team. This role emphasizes project management, advanced problem-solving, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance quality and operational stability across the enterprise.

The ideal candidate has a significant background in engineering and Lean Six Sigma projects, with strong influencing abilities and leadership skills. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits included.

Qualifications

• 10–15+ years of relevant experience in engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, or operations.
• Minimum 5 years leading advanced Lean Six Sigma projects.
• Expert-level analytical capability and mastery of advanced statistical methods.

Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale, high-complexity Lean Six Sigma initiatives.
• Shape and advance Lean deployment strategy across global operations.
• Coach Tier1–3 leaders on KPI design and problem-solving rigor.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma methodologies

Advanced problem-solving

Project management

Statistical methods

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or related technical field

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Overview

Changing lives. Building careers. Joining us is a chance to do important work that creates change and shapes the future of healthcare. The Staff Engineer, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt 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 of 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead large‑scale, high‑complexity Lean Six Sigma initiatives impacting multiple sites, functions, or global value streams, serving as a technical expert in DMAIC, advanced statistical modeling, and experimental design.
• Shape and advance Lean deployment strategy across global operations, facilitate major Kaizen events, value‑stream redesign initiatives, and cross‑site improvement efforts with full autonomy.
• Lead the deployment and maturation of Daily Management Systems, including system design, capability building, and governance.
• Coach Tier1–3 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.
• Mentor and elevate the capabilities of senior engineers, green belts, process owners, and future black belts; lead delivery of Lean Six Sigma curriculum and coaching.
• Act as a strategic technical partner to engineering, quality, manufacturing, supply chain, commercial, and finance teams, ensuring initiatives meet regulatory, quality, and compliance requirements.
• Design enterprise dashboards, advanced control plans, and performance systems; present concise, strategic updates to executive sponsors.

Required Skills & Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or related technical field (advanced degree preferred).
• 10–15+years of relevant experience in engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, or operations.
• Minimum5years leading advanced Lean Six Sigma 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.

Physical Requirements

Expect to sit, listen, speak, and move around the building; travel across all company locations as needed. Periodically lift and/or move items up to twenty‑five pounds. Travel domestically and internationally by car, train, or airplane as required.

Salary

Pay range: $109,250.00–$149,500.00USD. Base pay may be supplemented by bonus, commission, equity, or other variable compensation.

Benefits (Brief Overview)

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, business accident insurance, group legal insurance, and 401(k) savings plan. Employees may also receive equity or other variable compensation as determined by the role, level, and location.

EEO Statement

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