Operational Excellence Black Belt
Protective Life
full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: Alabama • United States
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Salary
💰 $76,500 - $100,000 per year
About the role
- lead high-impact Lean Six Sigma projects aligned with strategic business goals
- analyze complex data sets to identify root cause and improvement opportunities
- collaborate cross-functionally to design and implement scalable solutions
- integrate digital tools and analytics into process improvement strategies
- facilitate workshops, Kaizen events, and training sessions
- influence change management and stakeholder engagement strategies
- provide coaching and guidance to Green Belts
- model best practices in Lean Six Sigma methodology and structured problem‑solving
- contribute to the development of improvement capabilities across the organization
- deliver training sessions, workshops, and coaching to build foundational Lean and Six Sigma skills
- promote a culture of continuous improvement by engaging employees at all levels
- utilize statistical tools and techniques to analyze data and identify root causes
- implement data-driven solutions to improve processes and reduce variability
- collaborate with business partners and leaders to align on outcomes
- communicate findings, recommendations, and progress updates clearly
- build trust and engagement across functional teams to reinforce continuous improvement momentum
Requirements
- 3-5 years leading process improvement efforts aligned to the Career Progression grid
- Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (preferred)
- Strong track record of successful problem‑solving and process improvement work
- Proven analytical and critical‑thinking skills
- Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder‑management abilities
- Ability to coach and guide others in Lean Six Sigma tools and methodologies
- Experience in insurance, financial services, or a related industry (preferred)
- Advanced degree in STEM, Business, or related field (preferred)
- Experience working with digital process tools, analytics platforms, or automation technologies (preferred)
Benefits
- comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance
- mental health benefits
- employee assistance program
- paid time off
- paid parental leave
- short-term disability
- cultural observance day
- contributions to healthcare accounts
- pension plan
- 401(k) plan with Company matching
- ProHealth Rewards program
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
Lean Six Sigmadata analysisproblem-solvingprocess improvementstatistical toolsdata-driven solutionscoachingfacilitationtrainingcontinuous improvement
Soft Skills
analytical skillscritical-thinkingcommunicationstakeholder managementcollaborationinfluencetrust buildingengagementcoaching othersfacilitation skills
Certifications
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt