Principal Engineer, Six Sigma Implementation

Job Title

Principal Engineer, Six Sigma Implementation

Reporting to

Manager, Operational Excellence

Business Unit / Function

Phosphate BU

Department

Operational Excellence

Direct Reports

NA

Budget / Size

NA

Grade

M12

Job Family

Operational Excellence

Sub Family

NA

Position Type

Specialist

Role Profile Number

NA

Job Purpose

This highly experienced and critical role involves initiating, leading, and executing complex, high-impact Six Sigma projects throughout the organization to achieve significant waste reduction, improved process variability, and substantial cost savings. This position is also central to designing and delivering premier Six Sigma training programs for all company personnel, serving as a certified instructor authorized to formally qualify employees. The incumbent will utilize sophisticated data analytics, including insights from digital systems, to pinpoint areas for improvement and optimize processes, ensuring seamless integration with new digital solutions. This role will directly assist the OE Manager in attaining business objectives through various initiatives and will continuously elevate the Continuous Improvement department's overall training proficiency.

Key Accountabilities

• Six Sigma Project Leadership & Execution :

Lead and manage multiple complex Six Sigma Black Belt-level projects from initiation to closure, ensuring adherence to methodology (DMAIC, DMADV) and project timelines.

Design, develop, and deliver comprehensive Six Sigma training programs (Yellow Belt, Green Belt, Black Belt) for all company employees who register or qualify.

Utilize data analytics from digital systems (e.g., PIMS, ERP, other operational data platforms) to identify and quantify improvement opportunities.

Coach and mentor Green Belt and Yellow Belt practitioners, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and data-driven decision-making.

Establish robust metrics and measurement systems to track the progress and impact of Six Sigma projects and training effectiveness.

Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, department heads, and digital specialists to ensure successful project implementation and organizational buy-in.

Minimum Qualifications, Experience and Competencies

Minimum Qualifications : Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or a related quantitative field.

Certified Six Sigma Master Black Belt or Black Belt (mandatory), with demonstrated experience in certifying others.

Minimum Experience : 12+ years of progressive experience in operational excellence, process improvement, or a related field within the manufacturing industry.

Proven track record of successfully leading and delivering multiple complex Six Sigma projects with significant, measurable financial and operational impact.

Extensive experience in developing and delivering Six Sigma training programs and certifying practitioners.

Experience in applying Six Sigma methodologies in environments undergoing digital transformation.

Technical Skills :

Ma’aden High-Performance Competencies

Skills :

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