Six Sigma Black Belt - Manistee Area

We partner with manufacturers across Manistee 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.

• →Lead and execute complex Six Sigma Black Belt projects from inception to completion, delivering significant cost savings and process improvements.
• →Mentor and coach Green Belts and other team members on Six Sigma methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• →Utilize advanced statistical analysis tools and techniques to identify root causes of defects and variation.
• →Develop and implement control plans to sustain process improvements and ensure long-term gains.
• →Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify improvement opportunities and drive cultural change towards continuous improvement.
• →Present project progress, results, and recommendations to leadership and stakeholders.
• →Drive the adoption of Lean principles and practices within manufacturing operations.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, with at least 3 years directly applying Six Sigma methodologies.
• Certified Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB) from an accredited organization (e.g., ASQ).
• Demonstrated experience leading and completing multiple complex Six Sigma projects with quantifiable financial impact.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis software (e.g., Minitab, JMP) and advanced statistical tools (e.g., DOE, regression analysis).
• Strong understanding of Lean manufacturing principles and their integration with Six Sigma.
• Proven ability to mentor Green Belts and facilitate cross-functional project teams.

• Experience with Industry 4.0 technologies (e.g., AI, IoT, automation) in a manufacturing context.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop Green Belts and other team members in Six Sigma methodologies.
• Expertise in advanced statistical software beyond Minitab (e.g., R, Python with statistical libraries).
• Strong background in Lean manufacturing principles and their integration with Six Sigma.
• Certification or practical experience in Change Management methodologies.

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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.

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.