What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lean Six Sigma Black Belt position at Aurorium?
Company Overview Aurorium is the materials innovation partner that helps global manufacturers harness the power of possibility to make the world a better place. Their specialty ingredients and high-performance materials enhance quality of life, support health and wellness, and enable customers to deliver value-added solutions.
Key industries served include healthcare, personal & home care, mobility, infrastructure, and paper & packaging. A Responsible Care® company, Aurorium follows the highest regulatory standards across all manufacturing facilities. The company’s global integrated supply chain offers the customer product consistency, easy access, supply security, and reasonable turnaround on delivery. Aurorium is committed to operating at the highest levels of manufacturing consistency, quality control, and safety.
Description We are seeking an experienced Lean Six Sigma Black Belt to lead process improvement initiatives within our chemical processing operations and transactional processes. The ideal candidate will be responsible for driving significant improvements in efficiency, quality, and cost savings by utilizing Lean Six Sigma methodologies. As a Black Belt, you will manage high-impact projects, mentor and train Yellow Belts, Green Belts, and influence stakeholders to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
Job Details
Location: Role can be based at any of our US locations
Role Specific Responsibilities
Education And Qualifications
Aurorium offers competitive total compensation packages, including benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, 401(k), disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, paid time off, and paid holidays.
Aurorium is a global Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of and will not be discriminated against based on gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability status, genetic information, or any other protected category.
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Key industries served include healthcare, personal & home care, mobility, infrastructure, and paper & packaging. A Responsible Care® company, Aurorium follows the highest regulatory standards across all manufacturing facilities. The company’s global integrated supply chain offers the customer product consistency, easy access, supply security, and reasonable turnaround on delivery. Aurorium is committed to operating at the highest levels of manufacturing consistency, quality control, and safety.
Description We are seeking an experienced Lean Six Sigma Black Belt to lead process improvement initiatives within our chemical processing operations and transactional processes. The ideal candidate will be responsible for driving significant improvements in efficiency, quality, and cost savings by utilizing Lean Six Sigma methodologies. As a Black Belt, you will manage high-impact projects, mentor and train Yellow Belts, Green Belts, and influence stakeholders to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
Job Details
Location: Role can be based at any of our US locations
Role Specific Responsibilities
- Identify, prioritize, and lead complex, cross-functional Lean Six Sigma projects to improve product quality, reduce waste, increase throughput, and drive cost reduction.
- Utilize Lean Six Sigma tools (DMAIC, value stream mapping, Kaizen, etc.) to analyze and enhance chemical processing workflows, focusing on reducing variability and eliminating non-value-added activities.
- Collect, interpret, and analyze data to identify trends, root causes of process issues, and opportunities for improvement. Use statistical tools to validate improvements and ensure sustainability.
- Lead change management efforts by collaborating with department heads, process engineers, and other stakeholders to implement process improvements effectively.
- Provide training, coaching, and mentoring to Green Belts, Yellow Belts, and project team members to build Lean Six Sigma capabilities across the organization.
- Develop and implement cost reduction strategies, optimizing chemical production processes, energy usage, and materials consumption. Provide a minimum 4x annual investment in hard dollar savings
- Partner with Quality Assurance and Production teams to address process deviations, ensuring compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and environmental policies.
- Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to process efficiency, product quality, waste reduction, and project success rates.
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging the adoption of Lean principles and Six Sigma methodologies at all levels of the organization.
- Complies with company Health, Safety and Environmental policies, procedures, and arrangements
- Reports all Health, Safety and Environmental accidents, incidents and near misses promptly
- Acts in a safe and responsible manner at all times
- Active participation in continuous improvement activities
- Participates in problem-solving
- Takes responsibility and ownership for own learning and development in the spirit of continuous improvement of both self and the business
- Assists in the training, mentoring, and assessment of other team members
- Exercises autonomy and judgement subject to overall direction or guidance
Education And Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
- Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt required.
- 3-7 years of experience in process improvement, operational excellence, or related roles within the chemical processing industry.
- Previous experience in a continuous chemical production environment (e.g., specialty chemicals, pharmaceuticals).
- Experience with regulatory compliance in chemical manufacturing (e.g., OSHA, EPA).
- Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and process automation technologies
- Strong knowledge of chemical manufacturing processes, Lean tools (5S, Kanban, SMED), and Six Sigma methodologies (DMAIC, DFSS).
- Proficient in data analysis, statistical software (e.g., Minitab, JMP, EngineRoom), and process simulation tools.
- Excellent communication skills, capable of influencing and engaging stakeholders at all levels.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a track record of driving tangible results.
- Travel up to 35%
- Embodies the core values of Aurorium:
- credible: keeps their word and honors their commitments, acts with integrity, and holds themselves accountable to their decisions and actions
- outcome-oriented: adheres to an unparalleled standard of excellence in everything they do, to deliver results with real impact
- driven: passionate about delivering authentic, world-class experiences that engage customers and inspire greatness
- empowered accountability: empowered to achieve common goals and accountable for delivering performances and results that exceed standards
Aurorium offers competitive total compensation packages, including benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, 401(k), disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, paid time off, and paid holidays.
Aurorium is a global Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of and will not be discriminated against based on gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability status, genetic information, or any other protected category.
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