Army MOS · Support
1Y Black Belt In Lean Six Sigma (LSS)
Overview
A Lean Six Sigma Black Belt leads project teams, including assigned Green Belts, to deliver defined value and business transformation benefits. This specialist applies Define, Measure, Analyze, Implement, and Control and Design for Lean Six Sigma methods, identifies non-value-added activities, and coaches or trains Green Belts as required.
Core Skills
- Lean Six Sigma methodology (DMAIC)
- process mapping and analysis
- statistical analysis
- root cause analysis
- continuous improvement leadership
- change management
- project management
- facilitation and workshop leadership
- team leadership and coaching
- performance metrics and KPIs
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- SAP software
Civilian Career Paths
- Project Management
- IT Management
- Administration
- Finance and Accounting
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
- Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB) · Funded · Promotion points
- Quality Auditor Certification (CQA)
Career Growth
- Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE) · Funded · Promotion points
- Project Management Professional (PMP) · Funded · Promotion points
- Six Sigma Master Black Belt (MBB) Certification · Funded · Promotion points
What the Work Involves
- Set and monitor product standards, examining samples of raw products or directing testing during processing, to ensure finished products are of prescribed quality.
- Review operations and confer with technical or administrative staff to resolve production or processing problems.
- Compile and evaluate statistical data to determine and maintain quality and reliability of products.
- Study time, motion, methods, or speed involved in maintenance, production, or other operations to establish standard production rate or improve efficiency.
- Read worker logs, product processing sheets, or specification sheets to verify that records adhere to quality assurance specifications.
Related Occupations
- Industrial Engineers
- Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians
- Calibration Technologists and Technicians
- General and Operations Managers
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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