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Nebraska Medicine

Manager Operational Improvement

Omaha, NE · Hybrid

$90K - $121K/yr

Also inclusive is working collaborative with Director, Quality and Analytics to manage the process improvement teams to identify and develop top performers as potential business/functional leaders ...

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Janssen Ford

Parts and Service Director

Holdrege, NE · On-site

Parts & Service Director Reports To: Dealer Principal / President / Chief Operating Officer ... Process Improvement * Standardize best practices across all stores. * Identify operational ...

Janssen Ford

Parts and Service Director

Holdrege, NE · On-site

Parts & Service Director Reports To: Dealer Principal / President / Chief Operating Officer ... Process Improvement * Standardize best practices across all stores. * Identify operational ...

Aradius Group

Director of IT

Omaha, NE · On-site

Director of Information Technology - At Aradius Group, technology is more than a support function ... A continuous learner who embraces innovation, automation, and process improvement. What You Bring ...

Aradius Group

Director of IT

Omaha, NE · On-site

Director of Information Technology - At Aradius Group, technology is more than a support function ... A continuous learner who embraces innovation, automation, and process improvement. What You Bring ...

Aradius Group

Director of IT

Omaha, NE

Description Director of Information Technology - At Aradius Group, technology is more than a ... A continuous learner who embraces innovation, automation, and process improvement. What You Bring ...

Mosaic

Director of Service Excellence

Omaha, NE · On-site

Who We Are Looking For As our Director of Service Excellence, you will serve as a vital partner to ... You will employ best-practice change management and process improvement methodologies to reduce ...

Mosaic

Director of Service Excellence

Omaha, NE · On-site

Who We Are Looking For As our Director of Service Excellence, you will serve as a vital partner to ... You will employ best-practice change management and process improvement methodologies to reduce ...

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How much do director process improvement jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for director process improvement in Nebraska is $103,780.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $107,700.00 and $107,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by a director of process improvement, and how can they effectively address them?

Directors of Process Improvement often encounter challenges such as resistance to change, aligning cross-functional teams, and ensuring consistent process adoption across departments. To address these issues, it's important to foster open communication, provide clear data-driven justifications for changes, and involve key stakeholders early in the process. Building strong relationships and providing ongoing training can also help drive successful implementation and long-term process improvements.

What does a director of process improvement do?

A director of process improvement oversees initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness within an organization. They analyze existing processes, identify areas for optimization, and lead teams to implement changes using methodologies like Lean or Six Sigma. This role often requires strong leadership, project management skills, and a deep understanding of business operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a director of process improvement, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Director of Process Improvement, you need expertise in process optimization methodologies (such as Lean, Six Sigma), strong analytical skills, and typically a relevant bachelor's or master's degree. Familiarity with process mapping tools, data analytics platforms, and industry-recognized certifications like Six Sigma Black Belt are highly valuable. Exceptional leadership, change management, and communication skills distinguish top performers in this role. These competencies are crucial for driving continuous improvement, achieving organizational efficiency, and successfully leading cross-functional teams through complex change initiatives.
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Infographic showing various Director Process Improvement job openings in Nebraska as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $103,780 per year, or $49.9 per hour.

Manager Operational Improvement

Nebraska Medicine

Omaha, NE • Hybrid

$90K - $121K/yr

Full-time

Posted 2 days ago

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Nebraska Medicine rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 154 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

231st of 887 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Serious Medicine is what we do. Being extraordinary is who we are. Every colleague plays a key role in upholding this promise to our patients and their families.

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Manager Operational Improvement

Lead the team trusted to solve Nebraska Medicine's toughest operational challenges. Our Clinical Operational Improvement team partners with leaders across the organization to redesign care delivery, eliminate waste, improve quality outcomes, and build systems that help patients, providers, and teams succeed. This isn't a role focused on maintaining the status quo-it's about leading a highly respected team of clinicians and improvement professionals who use Lean Six Sigma methodologies, data-driven decision making, and collaborative change leadership to tackle complex problems that no one else has been able to solve. If you're energized by transforming healthcare operations, influencing executive leaders, and creating measurable, system-wide impact, we invite you to join our team.Why This Role is DifferentYou'll lead a team that serves as Nebraska Medicine's internal operational improvement consulting group. Our team partners with executive and operational leaders across the health system to solve the most complex challenges affecting patient care, quality, safety, efficiency, and organizational performance. Success requires curiosity, collaboration, analytical thinking, and the ability to influence without direct authority while helping others embrace lasting change.

Details: Manager Operational Improvement

  • Candidate must live in Nebraska or Iowa
  • This is a hybrid position, must be able to work on campus
  • Preferred candidates will have demonstrated success leading enterprise operational improvement initiatives in a complex healthcare environment, extensive experience applying Lean Six Sigma methodologies, and a proven ability to influence leaders, facilitate change, and deliver measurable improvements in quality, efficiency, patient experience, and financial performance.
  • Resume REQUIRED for consideration

Why Work at Nebraska Medicine?

  • Together. Extraordinary. Join a team that values your skills, delivering exceptional care through collaboration.
  • Leading Health Network Work with the region's top academic health network, partnering with UNMC to transform lives through education, research, and patient care.
  • Dignity and Respect: We value all backgrounds and experiences, reflecting the communities we serve.
  • Educational Support Enjoy up to $5,000/year in tuition assistance, a 35% discount at Clarkson College, and career advancement opportunities with covered educational costs. Enjoy support for your personal growth within the organization, from those just starting their healthcare careers to those who are years down the path.

Be part of something extraordinary at Nebraska Medicine!

The Manager of Operational Improvement will manage, coordinate, and integrate the quality initiatives and process improvement activities to facilitate achievement of organization goals at Nebraska Medicine using Lean/Six Sigma tools, methodologies, and philosophy. This position is responsible for the establishment and monitoring of key business metrics, tracking and review of projects and integration of new process and quality improvement tools. Responsibilities also include the development and implementation of communication plans to facilitate knowledge of Lean/Six Sigma strategy, tools, and business practices across the organization, as well as, identify, leverage, and share best practices with organizational stakeholders. Also inclusive is working collaborative with Director, Quality and Analytics to manage the process improvement teams to identify and develop top performers as potential business/functional leaders for Nebraska Medicine and develop career plans.


Required Qualifications: Manager Operational Improvement
Minimum of five years of experience utilizing continuous process improvement tools and methods.
Bachelor's degree in business administration, healthcare/nursing administration, nursing, industrial engineering, industrial/organizational psychology, organizational development, finance, accounting or related field required.
Demonstrated competence in Quality Improvement in the healthcare setting required.
Demonstrated mentoring, coaching, and leadership experience required.
Demonstrated interpersonal, facilitation, and presentation skills required.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
Ability to translate strategic into action plans and synthesize high volume of data, input and metrics into meaningful focus area required.
Familiarity in using statistical software (i.e. SigmaXL, Minitab) required.
Preferred Qualifications: Manager Operational Improvement
Prior healthcare clinical or support operations administrator experience preferred.
Leadership experience preferred.
Master's degree in related field preferred.
Compliance and safety knowledge of regulatory agency laws (JCAHO, OSHA, NFPA, EPA, DOT, etc.) and knowledge of industry quality standards preferred.

Nebraska Medicine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and protected veterans' status.

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