Six Sigma Black Belt | Muskegon, MI

Salary Range: $87,000 - $133,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for excelling in six sigma black belt? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Muskegon seeking experienced Six Sigma Black Belts.

The Opportunity

We are collaborating with manufacturing firms in Muskegon that are seeking skilled Six Sigma Black Belts. These organizations are dedicated to maintaining high standards and are looking for professionals who can contribute effectively. By joining our network, you position yourself for opportunities aligned with your career goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor Green Belts and project teams in the application of Six Sigma methodologies.
• Identify, define, and prioritize critical business problems and opportunities for improvement within manufacturing operations.
• Design, develop, and implement data-driven solutions to reduce defects, waste, and process variation.
• Facilitate and manage complex, cross-functional Six Sigma projects from initiation to closure.
• Analyze process data using statistical tools to identify root causes of problems and quantify their impact.
• Develop and implement control plans to sustain process improvements and prevent reoccurrence of issues.
• Drive cultural change and promote a data-driven decision-making environment throughout the manufacturing organization.
• Present project findings and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proven track record of successfully leading and completing complex Six Sigma projects in a manufacturing environment, demonstrating measurable improvements in quality, efficiency, and cost reduction.
• Deep understanding of statistical analysis tools and methodologies relevant to manufacturing processes, including but not limited to hypothesis testing, regression analysis, SPC, DOE, and FMEA.
• Expertise in Lean Manufacturing principles and their integration with Six Sigma to eliminate waste and optimize flow.
• Strong leadership and change management skills, with the ability to mentor Green Belts and influence stakeholders across different functional areas.
• Experience with manufacturing process mapping, root cause analysis, and the implementation of sustainable solutions.
• Proficiency in project management software and data analysis tools such as Minitab, JMP, or similar.

Bonus Qualifications

• - Experience with Lean Manufacturing principles and tools.
• - Proficiency in statistical software beyond Minitab (e.g., R, Python for statistical analysis).
• - Experience in a specific manufacturing industry relevant to the company (e.g., automotive, aerospace, pharmaceuticals).
• - Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar project management credential.
• - Experience with advanced simulation modeling (e.g., Arena, AnyLogic).

Job Titles That Should Apply

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, Continuous Improvement Manager, Process Improvement Specialist, Operations Excellence Manager, Quality Manager, Senior Quality Engineer, Process Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Operations Manager, Project Manager - Process Improvement, Performance Improvement Manager, Business Process Manager, Lean Manager, Six Sigma Consultant

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group 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.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group 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.