Job Title: Process Improvement Program Manager
Client: Medical Device Manufacturing Company
Location: Mounds View, MN 55112
Duration: 11 Months (Possible Extension)
Shift: 1st Shift
Job Description:
• Lead and implement process improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies
• Evaluate existing processes and identify improvement opportunities
• Facilitate cross-functional project teams and coordinate project execution
• Develop metrics and KPIs for process measurement and operational performance
• Perform root cause analysis and support corrective actions
• Align process improvements with quality and operational goals
• Conduct cost-benefit analysis and support continuous improvement programs
• Communicate project progress and present findings to stakeholders
• Support process optimization in regulated medical device environments
• Collaborate with quality, engineering, manufacturing, and regulatory teams
Required Skills:
• 5+ years of Program Management experience
• Experience working in regulated environments (FDA, ISO 13485 preferred)
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Experience leading cross-functional projects
• Hands-on experience with Lean, Six Sigma, and root cause analysis
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Bachelor’s degree required
Nice to Have:
• Experience in complaint handling, quality systems, or post-market engineering
• Experience working with global teams
• Strong presentation and reporting skills
• Medical device industry experience preferred
Education:
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Advanced degree preferred with relevant experience
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