Six Sigma Blackbelt Specialist

Company: ZF LIFETEC
Location: Washington
Posted on: June 2, 2025

Job Description:

Your journey to a meaningful career starts with ZF LIFETEC.Responsibilities:

• Lead continuous improvement projects as Black Belt and support project team members with application and facilitation of problem solving methods and process (DFSS, DMAIC, 8D);
• Train and coach employees and staff in Six Sigma methods (e.g. Green Belt Training, Measurement System Analysis, Process Capability, DOE, QFD, ---) at the site and support global team as trainer;
• Identify, plan and track improvement opportunities (hard savings, efficiency increase, process improvements, product robustness) in collaboration with the management team;
• Evaluate progress of Green Belts competencies and work with them towards certification;
• Establish systematic approach to Basic Problem Solving and Advanced Problem Solving in Product Issues.Your Profile:
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field;
  • Minimum of 8 years of experience in quality, Six Sigma or similar role, ideally in automotive industry;
  • Proven experience in leading Six Sigma projects and driving process improvements.
  • Competent in Six Sigma methods, processes and tools.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
  • Proven experience training and mentoring others.
  • Flexibility to travel (frequency -1x/quarter) to other locations to support trainings, workshops, personal development, etc.Be part of our ZF Lifetec team as Six Sigma Blackbelt Specialist and apply now!Diversity Commitment:Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are more than just words for us. They are at the core of the ZF Way that propels our team members towards their utmost success. We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a natural reflex. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that every member of ZF can rise to their full potential.With four generations across 118 nationalities in 41 countries, ZF combines a unique variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas. Together, we solve problems, drive innovation and shape next generation mobility.Our company is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with us and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please contact us. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis.Innovative Impact:
    • Shape the future of safety with life-saving technology that truly matters.
    • Thrive in an agile, collaborative environment where every idea counts.
    • Be part of a team with over 60 years of high standards and groundbreaking achievements.
    • Advance your career with strong support for personal and professional development.Diversity & InclusionAt ZF LIFETEC, we are committed to building a culture where inclusiveness thrives and diversity is valued. We welcome unique perspectives and actively work to remove barriers, empowering all employees to reach their full potential. Guided by this vision, we innovate and create life-saving technology that makes a real impact on automotive safety.
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