Operational Excellence Black Belt

Protective

Job Location:

Birmingham, MI - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 76500 - 120000

Posted on: 16 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The work we do has an impact on millions of lives and you can be a part of it.

Wehelp protect our customers against lifes ofwhere you work within thecompany youll behelping provide protection and peace of mind when our customers need it most.

We are seeking a highly motivated and analytical Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (BB) to lead impactful process improvement initiatives across the organization. This role drives measurable improvements through structured problem solving data analysis and cross functional collaboration. The Black Belt will execute complex projects guide and coach Green Belts support change initiatives and help embed a culture of continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate is curious data-driven and passionate about delivering meaningful business outcomes for customers and employees.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Management and Execution:
Lead high-impact Lean Six Sigma projects aligned with strategic business goals.
Analyze complex data sets to identify root cause and improvement opportunities.
Collaborate cross-functionally to design and implement scalable solutions.
Integrate digital tools and analytics into process improvement strategies.
Facilitate workshops Kaizen events and training sessions.
Influence change management and stakeholder engagement strategies.
Leadership and Mentoring:
Provide coaching and guidance to Green Belts and team members participating in improvement work.
Model best practices in Lean Six Sigma methodology and structured problemsolving.
Contribute to the development of improvement capabilities across the organization.
Training and Development:
Deliver training sessions workshops and coaching to build foundational Lean and Six Sigma skills.
Promote a culture of continuous improvement by engaging employees at all levels.
Data Analysis and Problem Solving:
Utilize statistical tools and techniques to analyze data and identify root causes of issues.
Understanding/Experience with fundamentals of programming and data structures.
Implement data-driven solutions to improve processes and reduce variability.
Stakeholder Engagement:
Collaborate with business partners and leaders to align on outcomes and see improvements to completion.
Communicate findings recommendations and progress updates in a clear compelling manner.
Build trust and engagement across functional teams to reinforce continuous improvement momentum.

Qualifications:

3-5 years leading process improvement efforts is aligned to the Career Progression grid.
Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (preferred).
Strong track record of successful problemsolving and process improvement work.
Proven analytical and criticalthinking skills.
Excellent communication facilitation and stakeholdermanagement abilities.
Ability to coach and guide others in Lean Six Sigma tools and methodologies.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in insurance financial services or a related industry.
Advanced degree in STEM Business or related field.
Experience working with digital process tools analytics platforms or automation technologies.

$76500 - $120000 a year

Protectives targeted salary range for this position is $76500 to $120000. Actual salaries may vary depending on factors including but not limited to job location skills and experience. The range listed is just one component of Protectives total compensation package for employees.

This position also offers additional incentive opportunitiesthrough an annual incentive based on individual and Company performance.

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Employee Benefits:

We aim to protect the wellbeing of our employees and their families with a broad benefits addition to offering comprehensive health dental and vision insurance we support emotional wellbeing through mental health benefits and an employee assistance balance is important and Protective offers a variety of paid time away benefits (e.g. paid time off paid parental leave short-term disability and a cultural observance day).The financial health of our employees is just as important as physical and emotional health. Some of the financial wellbeing benefits include contributions to healthcare accounts a pension plan and a 401(k) plan with Company matching. All employees are encouraged to protect their overall wellbeing by engaging in ProHealth Rewards Protectives platform to improve wellbeing while earning cash rewards.

Eligibility for certain benefits may vary by position in accordance with the terms of the Companys benefit plans.

Accommodations for Applicants with a Disability:

If you require an accommodation to complete the application and recruitment process due to a disability please emailemailprotected. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application and recruitment process.

Please note that the above email is solely for individuals with disabilities requesting an accommodation. General employment questions should not be sent through this process.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to being inclusive and attracting retaining and growing an inclusive workforce.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.

The work we do has an impact on millions of lives and you can be a part of it.Wehelp protect our customers against lifes ofwhere you work within thecompany youll behelping provide protection and peace of mind when our customers need it most. We are seeking a highly motivated and analytical Lean Six...