LEAN SPECIALIST

Weatherford•Broussard, LA

About The Position

The Six Sigma Black Belt implements Lean Six Sigma philosophy and methodology by managing assigned performance improvement projects. The role leads transformational projects within an assigned business area, such as Finance, HR, or Quality, and facilitates process improvements across manufacturing and back-office operations. The position manages project plans, milestones, timelines, and deadlines; develops clear, measurable business cases and goals; incorporates change-management strategies; and uses data collection and analysis to guide teams. It tests and selects solutions to eliminate waste and improve efficiency, quality, and financial results, then establishes controls to sustain improvements. The role also trains employees as appropriate, facilitates team meetings, prepares project reports and presentations, and obtains sponsor approval at milestones and project handoff. The role is responsible for working in accordance with Weatherford's governance, security, compliance, health, safety, environmental, and quality policies. It requires effective communication with stakeholders, financial responsibility, and active participation in continuous improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field.
10+ years of experience in process improvement and project leadership.
Proven track record implementing Lean/Six Sigma through process redesign.
Six Sigma Black Belt certification.
Comprehensive knowledge of operational excellence, Six Sigma, and Lean systems and principles.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to develop workable implementation plans, communicate changes effectively, build commitment, and overcome resistance.
Ability to learn various operational processes.

Responsibilities

Manage Lean/Six Sigma projects, coordinating timelines, milestones, and deadlines.
Ensure each project's business case is sound and includes appropriate measures and clear goals.
Facilitate transactional process improvements using Lean/Six Sigma methodology in manufacturing and back-office functions.
Incorporate change-management strategies and tools into project management.
Train the workforce as appropriate and facilitate productive team meetings.
Use rigorous data collection and analysis to guide team decision-making.
Scientifically test solutions and select and implement those that eliminate waste and improve efficiency, quality, and financial results.
Create long-term control plans to sustain project results.
Prepare and deliver reports and presentations at key project intervals.
Obtain project sponsor approval at each milestone and at project closure or handoff.
Maintain effective communication with internal and, where appropriate, external stakeholders.
Comply with company governance, security, compliance, health, safety, environmental, quality, and financial policies and procedures.
Actively contribute to compliance with and improvement of Weatherford's Management System and service quality.