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Entry Level Process Improvement Engineer Jobs in Virginia

Westrock

Eng I, Process Eng

Covington, VA · On-site

As an Entry-Level Process Engineer, you would provide technical services in monitoring ... Participate on process improvement teams to identify problems, evaluate solutions, make ...

HEICO

Process Engineer

Blacksburg, VA

$65K - $125K/yr

Reporting to the Process Engineering Manager, the Process Engineer will be a key member within our ... improvement to increase yield and throughput. * Perform root cause and corrective action (RCCA ...

HEICO

Process Engineer

Blacksburg, VA · On-site

$65K - $125K/yr

Reporting to the Process Engineering Manager, the Process Engineer will be a key member within our ... improvement to increase yield and throughput. * Perform root cause and corrective action (RCCA ...

Heico

Process Engineer

Blacksburg, VA

$65K - $125K/yr

Reporting to the Process Engineering Manager, the Process Engineer will be a key member within our ... improvement to increase yield and throughput. * Perform root cause and corrective action (RCCA ...

Walmart

(USA) Process Engineer

Crozet, VA · On-site

$80K - $120K/yr

Leads Process Improvement tools and methods, for example 5S, root cause analysis, Six Sigma, and ... Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or prior experience in Process Improvement OR 2 years' of process ...

Walmart

(USA) Process Engineer

Harrisonburg, VA · On-site

$80K - $120K/yr

Leads Process Improvement tools and methods, for example 5S, root cause analysis, Six Sigma, and ... Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or prior experience in Process Improvement OR 2 years' of process ...

Walmart

(USA) Process Engineer

Staunton, VA · On-site

$80K - $120K/yr

Leads Process Improvement tools and methods, for example 5S, root cause analysis, Six Sigma, and ... Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or prior experience in Process Improvement OR 2 years' of process ...

Walmart

(USA) Process Engineer

Lyndhurst, VA · On-site

$80K - $120K/yr

Leads Process Improvement tools and methods, for example 5S, root cause analysis, Six Sigma, and ... Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or prior experience in Process Improvement OR 2 years' of process ...

Walmart

(USA) Process Engineer

Esmont, VA · On-site

$80K - $120K/yr

Leads Process Improvement tools and methods, for example 5S, root cause analysis, Six Sigma, and ... Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or prior experience in Process Improvement OR 2 years' of process ...

Walmart

(USA) Process Engineer

Woodstock, VA · On-site

$80K - $120K/yr

Leads Process Improvement tools and methods, for example 5S, root cause analysis, Six Sigma, and ... Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or prior experience in Process Improvement OR 2 years' of process ...

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What is the difference between Entry Level Process Improvement Engineer vs Process Analyst?

AspectEntry Level Process Improvement EngineerProcess Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field; certifications like Lean or Six SigmaBachelor's in Business, Operations, or related field; certifications like Lean or Six Sigma
Work EnvironmentManufacturing, production, or industrial settings focusing on process optimizationBusiness operations, consulting firms, or corporate environments analyzing and improving processes
Employer & Industry UsageManufacturing companies, industrial firms, and engineering departmentsCorporate, consulting, and service industries

While both roles focus on process improvement and often require Lean or Six Sigma certifications, the Entry Level Process Improvement Engineer typically works in manufacturing or industrial settings, applying engineering principles. In contrast, a Process Analyst often operates within business or corporate environments, analyzing workflows to enhance efficiency. Both roles are entry-level but differ mainly in industry focus and work environment.

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Process Improvement Engineer I

Process Improvement Engineer I

Sentara Healthcare

Virginia Beach, VA • On-site

$107K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 16 days ago

Sentara Health rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 391 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

483rd of 877 rated healthcare providers

Job description

City/State
Virginia Beach, VA
Work Shift
First (Days)
Overview:
Overview
Sentara Health is seeking a Process Improvement Engineer to support strategic and operational initiatives that enhance organizational performance, quality, and efficiency. In this role, you will partner with operational leaders and cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for improvement, facilitate process redesign, and implement sustainable solutions using continuous improvement methodologies. You will provide project support throughout the lifecycle of improvement initiatives, helping to drive measurable outcomes in cost, quality, safety, and operational effectiveness while supporting the organization's commitment to delivering exceptional patient care.
Education
  • Bachelor's Degree (Required)
Certification/Licensure
  • No specific certification or licensure requirements.
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification (Preferred)
Experience
  • Experience supporting process improvement initiatives using methodologies such as Lean Six Sigma, Rapid Improvement, Process Redesign, Reengineering, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), or similar frameworks.
  • Demonstrated ability to assist with project planning, implementation, and execution of operational or transformational improvement initiatives.
  • Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and organizational leaders to identify process improvement opportunities and implement sustainable solutions.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project timelines.
  • Experience utilizing data, metrics, and performance measures to evaluate outcomes, improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, and support organizational goals.
  • Excellent communication and change management skills, with the ability to support stakeholders through process, technology, and workflow changes.

Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career
• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to 10,000
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
• Emergency Backup Care
• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
• Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance - 5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down - 10,000
• Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.
Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.
In support of our mission "to improve health every day," this is a tobacco-free environment.
For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:
Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

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