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Job Title: Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt (Contract-to-Hire)
Location:
Hybrid – 1 day/week onsite in Sacramento, CA; remainder remote (occasional travel required) Type:
Contract to Hire (9-month initial engagement) Work Authorization:
U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder only Pay Rate: $80/hr – $95/hr
About the Role Our client is embarking on a transformational Lean journey, aiming to build a culture of empowered problem solvers at all levels of the organization.
To support this mission, we are seeking a seasoned
Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt
who brings
real-world experience , not just theory, and can both
teach and coach
Lean principles to a broad audience. This role requires a strong combination of
technical expertise, hands-on implementation experience , and
teaching/coaching ability .
Key Responsibilities Training & Instruction (60%)
Co-deliver and facilitate weekly training sessions across multiple cohorts (virtual and onsite)
Shadow current instructor initially, then take ownership of specific sessions
Adapt content delivery based on audience experience level
Support hybrid format: typically 3 training days/week – many virtual (with 5-day virtual intensives every other week)
Coaching & Mentorship (20%)
Provide 1:1 coaching to employees outside of sessions
Help develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills in learners from diverse business functions
Support employees in applying Lean tools to real business challenges
Program Development (20%)
Collaborate with the current instructor to enhance program content
Contribute to the development of training videos, visual management tools, and instructor guides
Recommend and integrate best practices for adult learning and continuous improvement
Required Qualifications
Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt certification
required
10+ years
of experience applying Lean in real business environments across industries
Proven ability to lead Lean transformations and coach others through the change process
Strong instructional and facilitation skills, including delivering training to varied organizational levels
Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and internal clients (e.g., supply chain, operations, procurement)
Comfortable in hybrid work environments and able to travel to Sacramento weekly
Preferred Qualifications
Experience building visual management systems and using value stream mapping to drive change
Instructional design skills or familiarity with adult learning methodologies
Previous experience in utility, automotive, manufacturing, healthcare, or consulting environments
Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to connect with both analytical and hands-on team members
Personality Fit
Structured, analytical, and practical
Humble, credible, and comfortable being both a coach and a collaborator
Capable of adapting communication to both seasoned Lean thinkers and complete beginners
Why Join? This is an opportunity to shape the Lean culture of one of the most important organizations in California. You’ll help build not just processes, but people, who solve problems and drive efficiency from the ground up. If you’re passionate about Lean as a way of thinking, not just a toolkit, this is your chance to make an enterprise-wide impact.
To Apply for this Job Click Here Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Gravity IT Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.
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Hybrid – 1 day/week onsite in Sacramento, CA; remainder remote (occasional travel required) Type:
Contract to Hire (9-month initial engagement) Work Authorization:
U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder only Pay Rate: $80/hr – $95/hr
About the Role Our client is embarking on a transformational Lean journey, aiming to build a culture of empowered problem solvers at all levels of the organization.
To support this mission, we are seeking a seasoned
Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt
who brings
real-world experience , not just theory, and can both
teach and coach
Lean principles to a broad audience. This role requires a strong combination of
technical expertise, hands-on implementation experience , and
teaching/coaching ability .
Key Responsibilities Training & Instruction (60%)
Co-deliver and facilitate weekly training sessions across multiple cohorts (virtual and onsite)
Shadow current instructor initially, then take ownership of specific sessions
Adapt content delivery based on audience experience level
Support hybrid format: typically 3 training days/week – many virtual (with 5-day virtual intensives every other week)
Coaching & Mentorship (20%)
Provide 1:1 coaching to employees outside of sessions
Help develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills in learners from diverse business functions
Support employees in applying Lean tools to real business challenges
Program Development (20%)
Collaborate with the current instructor to enhance program content
Contribute to the development of training videos, visual management tools, and instructor guides
Recommend and integrate best practices for adult learning and continuous improvement
Required Qualifications
Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt certification
required
10+ years
of experience applying Lean in real business environments across industries
Proven ability to lead Lean transformations and coach others through the change process
Strong instructional and facilitation skills, including delivering training to varied organizational levels
Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and internal clients (e.g., supply chain, operations, procurement)
Comfortable in hybrid work environments and able to travel to Sacramento weekly
Preferred Qualifications
Experience building visual management systems and using value stream mapping to drive change
Instructional design skills or familiarity with adult learning methodologies
Previous experience in utility, automotive, manufacturing, healthcare, or consulting environments
Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to connect with both analytical and hands-on team members
Personality Fit
Structured, analytical, and practical
Humble, credible, and comfortable being both a coach and a collaborator
Capable of adapting communication to both seasoned Lean thinkers and complete beginners
Why Join? This is an opportunity to shape the Lean culture of one of the most important organizations in California. You’ll help build not just processes, but people, who solve problems and drive efficiency from the ground up. If you’re passionate about Lean as a way of thinking, not just a toolkit, this is your chance to make an enterprise-wide impact.
To Apply for this Job Click Here Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Gravity IT Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.
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