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AditiStaffing

Project Manager

Beaverton, OR · On-site

Lean Sigma training and/or Green Belt/Black Belt certification preferred but not required ... Project Management experience is preferred. As is a candidate with knowledge of IT release ...

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How much do green belt project manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for green belt project manager in the United States is $102,682.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $78,500.00 and $123,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Green Belt Project Manager vs Yellow Belt Project Manager?

AspectGreen Belt Project ManagerYellow Belt Project Manager
CertificationsLean Six Sigma Green BeltLean Six Sigma Yellow Belt
Work EnvironmentCross-functional teams, process improvement projectsSupport roles in process improvement, data collection
Employer & Industry UsageManufacturing, healthcare, financeManufacturing, service industries, entry-level process roles

The Green Belt Project Manager typically leads process improvement projects with Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification, working across teams. The Yellow Belt Project Manager supports these initiatives with Yellow Belt certification, focusing on data collection and assisting Green Belts. Both roles are common in manufacturing and healthcare industries, but Green Belts usually have more responsibility and project leadership duties.

What is a green belt in project management?

A Green Belt in project management refers to a professional certification in Lean Six Sigma, indicating proficiency in managing process improvement projects. Green Belts typically lead small to medium projects using data-driven methods and tools to improve efficiency and quality within organizations.

What states have the most Green Belt Project Manager jobs?

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Infographic showing various Green Belt Project Manager job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $102,682 per year, or $49.4 per hour.

Six Sigma Black Belt Manager

Roseville, CA

GrowthWise Search Partners
Recruiting and Staffing Services • 1 - 10 employees
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$125K - $145K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

As our Six Sigma Black Belt Project Manager, you will work across divisions in the organization, leading enterprise-wide projects. Partner directly with division leaders, managers and executives to lead large, complex projects from strategy through successful rollout. Make improvements that have measurable company wide impact.

If you enjoy big projects, solving complex operational challenges and influencing people without relying on direct authority, this is an opportunity to make a visible impact.

This Six Sigma Black Belt Project Manager opportunity is open as the result of an internal promotion.

Six Sigma Black Belt Project Manager – Your Impact

You will work directly with executive management throughout all of the Company departments to identify and progress complex initiatives from idea through implementation and post-implementation evaluation.

  • Lead multiple complex projects from planning through rollout, keeping work on time, within scope and on budget
  • Partner with executives, divisional leaders and cross-functional teams to define goals, gather input, make decisions and keep projects moving
  • Build project plans, business cases, budgets, timelines, risk assessments and communications
  • Use Lean Six Sigma and DMAIC methods to improve processes, efficiency, productivity, quality and customer experience
  • Lead process improvement efforts including process mapping, root cause analysis, value stream mapping, waste elimination and Kaizen events
  • Analyze operational and financial data to identify opportunities, measure results and validate financial impact
  • Establish project goals and KPIs, and communicate progress through dashboards, reports and executive presentations
  • Lead cross-functional teams across divisions and locations, building accountability and influencing results without direct authority
  • Drive change management and adoption of new processes and technology while identifying and removing barriers to success
  • Maintain key project documentation and portfolios while supporting broader strategic and operational improvement efforts

 

Six Sigma Black Belt Project Manager – You Have (Required Skills, Experience & Team Fit)

You have:

  • Prior experience leading large scale, complex projects from initiation through implementation
  • Six Sigma Green Belt or Six Sigma Black Belt certification
  • Strong knowledge of structured project management and continuous improvement methodologies
  • Experience developing project plans, schedules, budgets, risk assessments, KPIs and executive level reporting
  • The communication and presentation skills to work directly with executives, division leaders, managers and project teams
  • The ability to travel to company locations throughout Northern California (no overnight travel)
  • A business and operations focused project management background. (This is not an IT only, software development, coding or Scrum focused Project Manager opportunity)

You might have:

  • PMP certification
  • Prior experience in the construction industry, heavy equipment, industrial operations or a related environment

Six Sigma Black Belt Project Manager – Benefits for You

Your compensation will be $125,000 to $145,000 annually, depending on your experience, plus a generous formal incentive bonus package.

You can be based in the Stockton or Roseville area office and will travel to company locations throughout Northern California as projects require.

You will receive comprehensive benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, long term disability, 401(k), paid holidays, paid vacation and paid sick time. You will also have access to ongoing professional development, Six Sigma training and mentorship while working on large, visible initiatives across the organization.