Lead Specialist, Continuous Improvement

Westinghouse Electric Company

Lead Specialist guiding process optimization and efficiency at Westinghouse locations globally. Utilizing Lean Six-Sigma methodologies to enhance business and manufacturing processes.

Posted 6/30/2026full-timeRemote • Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $100,800 - $129,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead teams to complete and deliver multiple continuous improvement projects across Westinghouse using both PDCA and DMAIC methodologies and Lean Six-Sigma tools
Identify and lead Kaizen Events throughout Westinghouse to improve complex business and manufacturing processes, improving quality, productivity, and cost performance
Use Lean Six-Sigma tools to ensure data-driven decision-making
Be the change agent to promote a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring adoption and sustainment of continuous improvement projects throughout the organization
Report progress, challenges, and successes to project sponsors and continuous improvement leadership
Provide mentoring, coaching, and training on the use of Lean and Six-Sigma tools and methodologies

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. Engineering or Operations Management degree preferred.
Experience leading Lean Six-Sigma and continuous improvement projects
Black Belt certification or pursuing a Black Belt certification.
Experience managing teams and leading continuous improvement projects.
Able to travel up to 30% of the time, including international.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive Medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options
Wellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well-being including Employee Assistance Program providing support for our employees and their household members
401(k) with Company Match Contributions to support employees' retirement
Paid Vacations and Company Holidays
Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements to promote work-life balance
Educational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs to help employees grow in their careers
Global Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service
Employee Referral Program

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Hard Skills & Tools

Continuous ImprovementData-Driven Decision-MakingProcess ImprovementQuality ManagementProductivity Enhancement

Soft Skills

MentoringCoachingChange ManagementCommunication

Certifications

Black Belt Certification