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Operational Excellence Specialist

United States - Illinois - North ChicagoFull-time$51k–$101k2026-10-29 → 2026-11-12
On-site · United States

Core

Support initiatives to improve performance, productivity, quality, and customer service through data-driven problem solving and continuous improvement methodologies.

Role type

Entry-level operational excellence specialist

Builds

Operational improvements and best practice sharing across the organization

Domain

Manufacturing operations and continuous improvement

Deliverable

dashboards & analysis

Required skills

process analysis, root cause investigation, process mapping, corrective actions, Lean tools, Six Sigma, Kaizen, data visualization, cross-functional collaboration, waste identification, efficiency improvement

Preferred skills

Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt or Green Belt certification, advanced Excel proficiency

Technologies

Microsoft Excel, Lean tools, Six Sigma, Kaizen

Responsibilities

Support planning, execution, and sustainment of continuous improvement initiatives; Assist with process analysis, root cause investigations, process mapping, and corrective actions; Promote use of Lean tools and techniques; Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and visual management tools; Participate in process observations to identify waste and inefficiencies; Partner with cross-functional teams to drive operational improvements.

Seniority

Entry-level, hands-on IC