Continuous Improvement/Six Sigma Specialist

Quest Global•Rockford, IL

12d•$65,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

Quest Global delivers world-class end-to-end engineering solutions by leveraging its deep industry knowledge and digital expertise. By bringing together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals and their areas of expertise, the company solves problems better and faster. This multi-dimensional approach enables the company to solve critical and large-scale challenges across various industries including aerospace & defense, automotive, energy, hi-tech, healthcare, medical devices, rail, and semiconductor. Quest Global is looking for individuals who believe engineering can make the impossible possible and are driven to design, develop, and test as a trusted partner for Fortune 500 customers. The company emphasizes meaningful work and a collaborative environment where success is shared and learning from failures is valued.

Requirements

A degree/diploma in Manufacturing, Operations or Business Management or a related technical field (Mechanical, Industrial, or Electrical) preferred with 2+ years relevant experience.
In lieu of a degree 3-5 years of Continuous Improvement experience would be considered
Strong knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies; Green Belt preferred
Proven track record of leading process improvement projects with quantifiable results.
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills to influence and collaborate with diverse teams.
U.S. citizenship is required.

Nice To Haves

Green Belt preferred

Responsibilities

Drive the deployment and integration of Continuous Improvement methodologies across various sites to enhance operational excellence and meet business goals
Drive Continuous Improvement culture throughout the site
Partner with functional leaders to identify opportunities for process improvement and implement data-driven solutions.
Facilitate workshops, Kaizen events, and training sessions to foster a continuous improvement culture within the sites
Utilize tools and techniques (e.g., Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Visual Management, Lean Six Sigma, etc…) to identify inefficiencies and recommend corrective actions.
Serve as a subject matter expert in defined tools and techniques, providing training and support to cross-functional teams.
Monitor and measure the effectiveness of Continuous Improvement initiatives and provide regular updates to leadership.
Support the development and execution of site-level Improvement roadmaps, ensuring alignment with broader corporate objectives.
Work closely with multiple organizations to align corporate improvement goals