Job ID: 38526 | Location: Louisville, Kentucky, USA

As part of our Project Management team for our Catalyst operations group you will be responsible for translating the customer or business needs into improvement opportunities within his/her scope of responsibilities. You will drive (continuous) improvement projects by applying Lean Sigma tools either by leading projects self or by providing support as part of a project team. This role also provides support to the functional leader in developing the roadmap for the year plan.

Responsibilities

• Identify, initiate, and execute Lean Six Sigma projects by building and leading project teams while ensuring projects tie to and meet key business objectives
• Provide regular updates on area of responsibility including project progress and accurate benefit reporting to functional leader as well as MBB/Operational Excellence leader.
• Support management on all levels to comply with ESHA standards.
• Your key success factors include strong communication and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to listen and learn.
• You will also assist in the training and development of site yellow belt resources and promotion of Lean Six Sigma within the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science, Engineering, or similar field of study. Master of Science preferred but not required
• You should have project management skills with proven experience in leading small teams.
• Strong analytical skills and change management experience. 3 - 5 years functional experience is preferred.
• Experience with engineering and operations within a chemical manufacturing environment would be a major plus.
• Black Belt Certification preferred but not required.
• You should have the ability to adjust to adapt to changes in a positive and receptive manner.
• Having the ability to motivate and impact change indirectly throughout the organization would be an asset.
• Ability to work well in cross functional teams.

Whats in it for you?

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurances
• Paid Holidays
• PTO time with a carry-over benefit
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Program
• EAP Program
• Spending and Savings Accounts
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Online discount Mall
• Auto/Home Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Legal Services Plan

Jerome Hill
Sr. Talent Acquisition Partner
jerome.hill@clariant.com

Clariant is a focused, sustainable and innovative specialty chemical company based in Muttenz near Basel/Switzerland. On 31 December 2021, Clariant totaled a staff number of 11 537 and recorded sales of CHF 4.372 billion in the fiscal year for its continuing businesses. The company reports in three business areas: , and . Clariant's corporate strategy is led by the overarching purpose of 'Greater chemistry - between people and planet' and reflects the importance of connecting customer focus, innovation, sustainability, and people. Join us and help create sustainable value through chemistry for customers all over the globe.

Clariant Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other protected class as established by law.

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