Six Sigma Black Belt

The Pivot Group Network • Iron Mountain, MI

12h

About The Position

The Pivot Group Network is building a network of experienced Six Sigma Black Belts for manufacturing companies in and around Iron Mountain, Michigan, including Kingsford, Sagola, Norway, and Quinnesec. These opportunities may not correspond to an immediate opening; the recruiting group contacts candidates when a current or future opportunity aligns with their goals. The role focuses on manufacturing process improvement, applying Six Sigma methods to improve quality and operational performance. The stated salary range is $88,000–$134,000, depending on experience. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship. The Pivot Group Network offers job-search resources including market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation.

Requirements

• Black Belt certification from a recognized program.
• Five or more years of experience in manufacturing process improvement.
• Strong statistical analysis and Minitab skills.
• Demonstrated record of leading DMAIC projects to completion.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a technical field.
• Authorization to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Lean manufacturing experience alongside Six Sigma.
• Experience in automotive or medical device production.
• Experience training and mentoring Green Belts.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 or IATF 16949.
• Master Black Belt certification or advanced statistics coursework.

Responsibilities

• Apply DMAIC methods to reduce process variation and defects.
• Analyze production data to identify root causes of quality issues.
• Coach Green Belts and project teams on Six Sigma tools.
• Track project savings and report results to plant leadership.
• Develop and update control plans and standard work.
• Conduct design of experiments and measurement system studies.
• Support audits and corrective actions for quality systems.
• Lead cross-functional teams on process improvement projects.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level