Velera
Sr. Continuous Improvement Engineer - Remote- Remote
Remote-USA, USA · Senior
No sponsorship$85k-$108kDetected 63 days ago
Process ImprovementResearchLeadershipLean Manufacturing
About the role
- Analyze strategic initiatives to identify and execute improvement projects, ensuring that projects are action-oriented, properly scoped, and chartered.
- The market equivalent for this role is a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt.
- Apply Lean Six Sigma methodologies (Define-Measure-Analyze-Improve-Control) to assess current operating procedures and envision future state to solve complex business problems.
Responsibilities
- This position will execute multiple complex Lean and Six Sigma projects that support strategic-level initiatives at the Business Unit Level under the direct supervision and guidance of the Continuous Improvement Manager (Master Black Belt).
- Lead and/or support cross-functional departments and teams to drive process improvement engagements, including the creation of current and future state scenarios, perform gap analysis, and manage change management.
- Drive process standardization and repeatability via appropriate policy and process documentation.
- Deliver Lean Six Sigma Green and Yellow Belt training to Velera employees. Mentor Candidates through project completion to achieve certification.
- Motivate all employees to actively support Velera Operational Excellence initiatives.
- Deliver Lean Six Sigma Green and Yellow Belt training to Velera employees.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent with emphasis in a technical (science or engineering) field or business (finance) required.
- Black Belt certification required or the ability to obtain within one year.
- Seven (7) years of business experience with specific experience in support of reengineering and productivity required.
- Lean Six Sigma experience required.
- Comprehend and demonstrate proficiency with all aspects and concepts of LEAN Six Sigma methodologies (Define-Measure-Analyze-Improve-Control).
- Demonstrate proficiency in team leadership, comprehend team dynamics, and assign team member roles and responsibilities.
- Display proficiency with software that is centered on process management and statistical data, and analyze relevant data to ensure fact-based decisions are made.
- About Velera
- At Velera, inclusion isn't an initiative - it's how we work. Guided by a people‑helping‑people philosophy, we cultivate a culture where every employee feels valued, respected and empowered to do their best work. We're committed to building a diverse workforce and fostering meaningful connection across our teams. Through a remote‑first, flexible environment, we prioritize psychological safety, wellbeing and belonging so individuals and teams can collaborate to thrive. Together, we're shaping a new era of secure, innovative solutions for the clients and communities we serve. Learn more about what it's like to work at Velera.
- Pay Equity
- $84,900.00 - $108,200.00 Actual Pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.
- Great Work/Life Benefits!
- Competitive wages
- Medical with telemedicine
- Dental and Vision
Nice to have
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt preferred.
- Experience in the financial industry strongly preferred.
Skills
- Identify non-value-added elements and activities by using specific tools and clearly communicate results to all workforce levels.
Compensation
- Provide assistance and support in the attainment of the annual strategies; assist with departmental and corporate-level strategic initiatives and presentations.
Company info
- Join the People Helping People
- Velera is the nation's premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO) and an integrated fintech solutions provider.
- The company serves more than 4,000 financial institutions throughout North America, operating with velocity to help our clients keep pace with the rapid momentum of change and fuel growth in the new era of financial services.
Visa & Work Authorization
- This role is currently not eligible for sponsorship.
This listing is sourced directly from Velera's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.