Six Sigma Black Belt | Allegan, MI

Salary Range: $88,000 - $134,000 depending on experience

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in six sigma black belt? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in the Allegan area seeking Six Sigma Black Belts.

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 Allegan in Allegan County, within about 45 minutes of the city.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across the Allegan 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

• 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.
• 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.

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.

Job Titles That Should Apply

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

Work Authorization

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

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 at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. 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.