Black Belt Project Manager

TEMPERPACK•Richmond, VA

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

This role sits in the Project Management office and owns one mandate: find the opportunity, drive the initiative, and build systems that prevent waste and continue to scale. You will lead continuous improvement initiatives across functions — from process design and waste reduction to cross-departmental workflow optimization — while ensuring those improvements are measured, sustained, and tied directly to strategic outcomes. You're not here to facilitate. You're here to transform.

Requirements

Six Sigma Black Belt certification — required; Master Black Belt a significant plus
7+ years leading continuous improvement and process transformation initiatives in complex, multi-function environments
Deep command of Lean, Six Sigma, and project management methodologies — and the judgment to know which to apply when
Proven track record of quantifiable impact: cost reduction, cycle time improvement, defect elimination, or operational throughput
Experience working inside a PMO or strategy function, with direct exposure to executive-level stakeholders
Proficiency with Monday.com, Jira, or equivalent enterprise portfolio tools; data fluency in Excel or BI platforms
Exceptional ability to translate analytical findings into clear, compelling narratives for leadership
High ownership instinct — you identify problems before they're assigned to you and fix them before they escalate
Lift up to 15 pounds unassisted
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working at a computer

Responsibilities

Lead Six Sigma DMAIC and DMADV projects across operations, supply chain, finance, HR, and commercial functions
Identify and prioritize improvement opportunities using data — process mapping, root cause analysis, Kaizen, and value stream mapping
Drive waste elimination and cycle time reduction without sacrificing quality or cross-functional alignment
Own the CI project portfolio: intake, scoping, resourcing, execution, and post-project sustainment
Embed CI methodology into the PMO operating model — connecting improvement projects to the broader strategic portfolio
Design and implement scalable process standards, SOPs, and governance frameworks across functions
Build measurement systems that track process performance over time — not just at project close
Partner with function leads to identify structural inefficiencies that roadblock strategic execution
Work directly with the Master Project Manager, ELT and functional leaders to scope, charter, and execute high-priority improvement initiatives
Facilitate cross-functional working sessions — structured, productive, and decision-oriented
Manage project timelines, resource dependencies, and risk with precision across multiple simultaneous workstreams
Deliver executive-ready outputs: initiative summaries, impact quantification, and progress reporting
Champion a continuous improvement mindset across the organization — from the floor to the C-suite
Create training materials and playbooks that scale CI capability beyond any single project