Sr. Lean Six Sigma Manager
Core
Manage Lean Six Sigma managers and staff to drive strategic and tactical action plans for measurable business process improvements across manufacturing operations.
Role type
Senior IC Lean Six Sigma Manager
Builds
Operational efficiency and value stream transformation models
Domain
Manufacturing / Operations / Continuous Improvement
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> production ML models (Incorrect mapping in thought, correcting to: production ML models is wrong. The deliverable is process improvements. Let's map to 'dashboards & analysis' or 'product features' or 'client delivery'? Actually, LSS delivers process improvements. The schema options are limited. 'dashboards & analysis' fits the metrics aspect, but 'product features' is wrong. 'client delivery' is wrong. 'infrastructure' is wrong. 'physical/clinical work' is wrong. 'research' is wrong. 'production ML models' is wrong. Wait, the schema says 'one of: ...'. I must choose the closest fit or omit if none fit well? The instruction says 'Omit a label entirely when nothing is stated'. However, LSS results in process changes. None of the specific options perfectly fit 'process re-engineering'. But 'dashboards & analysis' covers the metrics tracking. Let's look at the options again: 'production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work'. None are perfect. I will omit 'Deliverable' if it doesn't fit well, or pick the closest. Actually, the role drives 'measurable business process improvements'. This is often tracked via dashboards. I will select 'dashboards & analysis' as it covers the metrics and reporting aspect mentioned heavily.
Required skills
Lean Six Sigma principles, tools, and methodologies; change management; project and facilitation in matrixed environments; data analysis; cross-cultural communication; leadership and team mobilization; financial cost-benefit estimation; benchmarking and best practice regulation.
Preferred skills
Black Belt certification (ASQ, SME, Shingo Prize); experience in global and multifunctional environments; manufacturing management or engineering management background; knowledge of visual management systems (Blue Walls, X-Matrix).
Technologies
Blue Walls, X-Matrix, LSS metrics systems
Responsibilities
Align LSS vision strategy with tactical execution across sites; deploy LSS principles to drive transformation; coach and enable site leadership and Lean Champions; track and analyze metrics to identify improvement opportunities; benchmark sites and external companies; ensure compliance with safety and regulatory policies.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic oversight