Lean Six Sigma Black Belt - Data Analytics & Process Improvement

At Air Products, our purpose is to bring people together to reimagine what's possible, collaborate and innovate solutions to the world's most significant energy and environmental sustainability challenges. Grow with us as we embark on building tomorrow together by being the safest, most diverse and most profitable industrial gas company in the world.

Reimagine What's Possible

We are seeking a highly skilled Lean Six Sigma Black Belt with expertise in data analytics and process improvement to drive operational excellence across our organization. This role will be responsible for leading high-impact projects using the DMAIC methodology, applying multivariate Design of Experiments (DOE), and leveraging data-driven insights to optimize business processes. The ideal candidate will have experience leading cross-functional teams, solving complex problems with statistical analysis, and delivering measurable improvements aligned with business objectives. This role will report directly to the Quality Manager.

What's In It for You:

At Air Products we foster a culture of inclusion where every voice is heard, and everyone feels they belong and matter. Additionally, we offer competitive pay and great benefits for our employees. Check-out some of our benefits below!

• Affordable Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (day 1 of employment)
• 401k with 100% vested company core and match
• Paid Vacation, holidays + sick time
• Paid Parental leave (Up to 8 weeks)
• Backup Child and Adult Care benefit
• Adoption assistance
• Flexible spending accounts (medical, dependent daycare)
• Life Insurance (AD&D- Paid for by Air Products), Supplemental AD&D
• Legal Plan & Identity theft coverage
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Many more supplemental benefits available

Required Skills / Abilities:

• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification required.
• Proven experience in leading cross-functional project teams to achieve significant business results.
• Strong knowledge of statistical analysis, hypothesis testing, and experimental design.
• Hands-on experience with multivariate DOE and statistical modeling.
• Proficiency in data visualization and analytics tools (e.g., Minitab, SQL, etc).
• Excellent communication and leadership skills to influence and drive change.
• Experience in predictive analytics, AI/ML applications in process improvement.
• Familiarity with agile project management and digital transformation initiatives.
• Ability to translate complex data into actionable business insights.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Lead Lean Six Sigma and Kaizen projects to drive efficiency, quality, and cost reduction across operations by identifying process inefficiencies and waste.

• Utilize multivariate DOE to identify key process drivers and optimize performance.

• Apply DMAIC methodology to analyze data, identify root causes, and implement sustainable solutions.

• Develop data-driven solutions and implement process controls to ensure long-term success.

• Design and build a predictive model utilizing past and current process and performance data to proactively indicate recommended process condition changes and the expected outcome

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project goals, scope, and success metrics.

• Present findings and recommendations to leadership through data visualization and reports.

• Conduct training and mentorship for Green Belts and project teams to build organizational capability.

• Utilize advanced analytics tools such as Minitab and SQL to analyze and interpret data.

• Identify opportunities for automation, predictive analytics, and AI-driven improvements.

• Ensure project alignment with business strategy and measurable impact on KPIs.

Minimum Hiring Requirements:

• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification required.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Statistics, Data Science, Operations Management, or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in process improvement, operational excellence, or data analytics.

Join Air Products, where we proudly value the skills, dedication, and leadership that Veterans bring to the table. As a Veteran-friendly organization, we actively encourage and welcome Veterans to apply for various roles within our company. We recognize the unique strengths and experiences that Veterans contribute, and we foster a workplace that honors your service while providing a platform for professional growth.

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We are the world's largest hydrogen producer with over 80 years of industrial gas experience. We are hydrogen and industrial gas experts delivering safe, end-to-end solutions, investing in real, clean energy projects at scale, and driving the industry forward to generate a cleaner future.

At Air Products, we work in an environment where we put safety first, diversity is essential, inclusion is our culture, and each person knows they belong and matter. To learn more, visitAbout Air Products.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including paid holidays and vacation, affordable medical, dental, life insurance and retirement plans. You will be eligible for benefits and also be 100% vested in your retirement benefits on your first day of employment.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.).You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, citizenship, gender, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or veteran status.

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