Program Manager (Continuous Improvement) _ Hybrid

Kaeppel Consulting is seeking a Program Manager with Continuous Improvement experience to work for one of our clients in Olympia, Washington. This is a Direct Hire position, a hybrid role.

Are you a servant leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment? You’re our ideal candidate for this role if you’re passionate about identifying opportunities for process improvements and implementing lean methodologies to reduce waste and enhance organizational and operational efficiency. Then we want to hear from you. Don’t miss this creative opportunity. You’ll introduce new things, take risks and have a blast while doing it! It requires an analytical mind, strong consultation and relationship management skills, and the ability to influence without authority. Most importantly, your work will matter. 

Your day may include:

• Developing and designing strategies to build a culture of continuous improvement across the organization
• Identifying and leading continuous improvement efforts
• Training employees on Lean principles and practices
• Working closely with front and back-office teams to ensure successful implementation of improvements
• Collaborating with stakeholders to develop and implement lean strategies tailored to their specific needs and goals
• Analyzing data and performance metrics to measure the effectiveness of implemented strategies and make data-driven recommendations
• Developing a strategy to create and maintain a library of current state process maps for key business areas
• Developing detailed reports and presentations to communicate findings, recommendations, and project outcomes
• Building strong relationships that foster trust and collaboration throughout the consulting process
• Staying current with industry trends and best practices in lean methodologies and continuous improvement

What you bring to the team:

• Bachelor's degree in Organizational Leadership, Business Administration, Technology or related field. Experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
• Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
  • Green Belt certification with an additional three (3) years (for a total of six) leading continuous improvement programs may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
• Five (5) years’ experience in lean manufacturing or process improvement work
• Three (3) years leading continuous improvement programs
• Three (3) years of experience working with project management methodologies, tools and leading projects*
• Three (3) years’ experience using lean tools such as value stream mapping, 5S, Kaizen and Six Sigma*
  *may be concurrent with other experience
• Proven track record of implementing successful process improvements
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software
• Advanced level Excel skills
  • Ability to organize large data sets and record macros to automate tasks
• Experience using Visio, Smart Draw or similar mapping tools
• Ability to train and mentor staff on lean methodologies
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills

Bonus points if you have:

• Master Black Belt Certification
• Coaching and mentoring experience
• Experience developing reports in Tableau or SSRS for data analysis to extract information, collect data and present findings
• Financial institution experience
• Project management certification
• Change management certification

Working from home/hybrid requirements: 

• Reliable, high-speed home internet connection
• Private, confidential workspace, away from distractions and other people
• Suitable desk/surface and desk chair

Perks: Here are a few benefits and perks we offer:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance with Premiums 
• Full-Time Regular employees accrue general leave and sick leave, on a monthly basis
• Part-Time employees accrue general leave, on a monthly basis
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Employer paid Long Term Disability & Long-Term Care plan for Full-Time employees
• Employer paid Long Term Care plan for Part-Time employees
• 401(K) with 8.5% Contribution to begin 1st quarter after 1 year of service
• Paid Volunteer Leave
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program & Employee Discounts
• And, you get to work with some awesome people!