University of Texas at Arlington
Business Quality Improvement Specialist
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Arlington, TX
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Full-Time
💰
TBD
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Other
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March 1st, 2026
Sigma
Six Sigma
Edtech.com's Summary
The University of Texas at Arlington is hiring a Business Quality Improvement Specialist. This role instructs and assists companies on implementing Lean and Six Sigma principles across various industries, provides coaching to accelerate project completion, and facilitates team activities such as process mapping and Kaizen events.
Highlights
- Deliver Lean Six Sigma training including Yellow, Green, Black Belt, and Design for Lean Six Sigma courses and provide coaching for project certification.
- Develop resources to teach Lean Six Sigma courses and improve training quality for customers.
- Generate leads for the Lean Six Sigma program through networking, marketing, and writing blogs.
- Conduct site visits, assessments, proposals, contracts, and manage continuous improvement programs for clients.
- Facilitate process improvement activities like process mapping and Kaizen events for customer teams.
- Assist customers in quantifying financial impacts of projects and support participation in annual NIST surveys.
- Maintain Lean Six Sigma certifications, update training materials, and continue professional development.
- Required qualifications include a bachelor's degree in engineering or related fields, 10 years of continuous improvement experience, Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt certification, strong communication, team facilitation, and coaching skills.
- Preferred qualifications include a master's degree, PMP or consulting experience, and bilingual English/Spanish skills.
- Work involves regular travel to client sites regionally, statewide, possibly interstate, and occasionally international.
Business Quality Improvement Specialist Full Description
Business Quality Improvement Specialist
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.
Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number | S06583P
Position Title | Business Quality Improvement Specialist
Department | TMAC
Location | Arlington
Position Status | Full-time
Work Schedule | Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm. Overtime as necessary to fulfill customer requirements. Regular travel to various client sites which may be located regionally or across the state of Texas. Some interstate travel may be required as customer demand and grant obligations require. On rare occasions international travel may be required.
Salary | Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience.
Pay Basis | Monthly
Job Summary | The Business Quality Improvement Specialist (Research Engineering Scientist Assoc V) will instruct and assist companies with implementations, specifically in the application of Lean and Six Sigma principles across multiple industries, including Food, Aerospace, Tech, Pharmaceuticals, Mining, Chemical, Metal Processing, Automotive, etc., ideally with solid cross-functional experience in operations, maintenance, process engineering and supply chain. Provide coaching to accelerate completion of improvement projects. Facilitate team activities including process mapping and Kaizen (Rapid Improvement) events.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities | Deliver Lean Six Sigma (LSS) training including Yellow Belt, Green Belt, Black Belt, and Design for Lean Six Sigma (DFLSS). Provide customers with coaching and review projects for certification. Update database of completed projects. Identify case studies based on completed projects for future training. Develop new TMAC resources to teach LSS courses and provide feedback to enhance training experiences for customers. Generate leads specifically for the LSS Program via networking, relationship building, marketing and other means. Write blogs and assist with website reviews and updates. Perform site visits, conduct assessments, prepare proposals & contracts, and sell projects. Manage the deployment of continuous improvement programs for TMAC customers. Improve customer processes using technology solutions and/or advanced process improvement techniques & methodologies. Facilitate customer team activities including process mapping and kaizen (Rapid Improvement) events. Assist customers with quantifying expected financial impact of projects upon completion. Assist customers with participation in annual NIST survey to report project results. Develop deep knowledge of LSS product lines at TMAC, maintain professional certifications, continue learning new methodologies and applications. Update LSS training and coaching materials and methods. Perform other duties assigned.
Minimum Qualifications | Bachelor’s degree in engineering or other related technical discipline. Ten (10) years of experience working in continuous improvement programs, delivering multiple Green Belt and Black Belt classes and coaching sessions or an equivalent mix of education and relevant experience in similar role. Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt Certification. Experienced communicator engaging effectively with front-line staff through C-level executives. Experienced in facilitating teams in continuous improvement activities (mapping, kaizen) and delivering LSS training. Extensive mentoring and coaching experience.
Preferred Qualifications | Master’s degree in a related field. PMP or prior consulting experience. Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities | Knowledge of managing high impact improvement projects both operationally and organizationally. Knowledge of change management and developing the customer relationship to enable successful implementation of identified opportunities. Excellent data analysis and statistical skills Interpersonal skills.
Other Requirements |
Workplace and Eligibility Conditions | May be exposed to industrial settings or manufacturing plants, some conditions may be hazardous.
Benefits Eligible | Yes
Benefits at UTA | We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.
https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits
To help you understand the full value of these benefits, we have created a tool that calculates the total worth of your compensation package. This tool takes into account all of the benefits that you are eligible for, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. To access this tool and learn more about the total value of your benefits, please click on the following link:
https://resources.uta.edu/hr/services/records/compensation-tools.php
CBC Requirement | It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.
This position may have access to critical infrastructure as defined by Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code. If so, to be hired for and continue to be employed in this position you must maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure as set forth in Texas Executive Order GA-48. By assuming this position, and if you have access to critical infrastructure, you authorize the University to conduct routine background checks.
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.
University Information | The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. As a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution, UTA is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. With an enrollment of more than 42,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution and nationally recognized for its commitment to student success and service. It ranks No. 5 in Military Times’ “Best for Vets: Colleges” and is the top university in North Texas for its graduates’ salaries (The Wall Street Journal). UTA is designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution and is No. 6 for undergraduate ethnic diversity in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). With a global alumni network of approximately 280,000 – including leaders at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas – UTA contributes an estimated $29 billion annually to the Texas economy.
UTA is expanding its regional footprint by building a regional campus, called UTA West, in Parker County on the far west side of Fort Worth. It is scheduled to open in fall 2028. This initiative aligns with the university’s strategic growth and commitment to serving the broader community. Furthermore, UTA has launched the RISE 100 initiative, aiming to recruit 100 new tenure-system faculty to strengthen its research enterprise and leadership in key academic areas. Learn more at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100.
This is an exciting time to join UTA and contribute to its bold vision for the future.
ADA Accommodations | The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.
Position Title | Business Quality Improvement Specialist
Department | TMAC
Location | Arlington
Position Status | Full-time
Work Schedule | Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm. Overtime as necessary to fulfill customer requirements. Regular travel to various client sites which may be located regionally or across the state of Texas. Some interstate travel may be required as customer demand and grant obligations require. On rare occasions international travel may be required.
Salary | Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience.
Pay Basis | Monthly
Job Summary | The Business Quality Improvement Specialist (Research Engineering Scientist Assoc V) will instruct and assist companies with implementations, specifically in the application of Lean and Six Sigma principles across multiple industries, including Food, Aerospace, Tech, Pharmaceuticals, Mining, Chemical, Metal Processing, Automotive, etc., ideally with solid cross-functional experience in operations, maintenance, process engineering and supply chain. Provide coaching to accelerate completion of improvement projects. Facilitate team activities including process mapping and Kaizen (Rapid Improvement) events.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities | Deliver Lean Six Sigma (LSS) training including Yellow Belt, Green Belt, Black Belt, and Design for Lean Six Sigma (DFLSS). Provide customers with coaching and review projects for certification. Update database of completed projects. Identify case studies based on completed projects for future training. Develop new TMAC resources to teach LSS courses and provide feedback to enhance training experiences for customers. Generate leads specifically for the LSS Program via networking, relationship building, marketing and other means. Write blogs and assist with website reviews and updates. Perform site visits, conduct assessments, prepare proposals & contracts, and sell projects. Manage the deployment of continuous improvement programs for TMAC customers. Improve customer processes using technology solutions and/or advanced process improvement techniques & methodologies. Facilitate customer team activities including process mapping and kaizen (Rapid Improvement) events. Assist customers with quantifying expected financial impact of projects upon completion. Assist customers with participation in annual NIST survey to report project results. Develop deep knowledge of LSS product lines at TMAC, maintain professional certifications, continue learning new methodologies and applications. Update LSS training and coaching materials and methods. Perform other duties assigned.
Minimum Qualifications | Bachelor’s degree in engineering or other related technical discipline. Ten (10) years of experience working in continuous improvement programs, delivering multiple Green Belt and Black Belt classes and coaching sessions or an equivalent mix of education and relevant experience in similar role. Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt Certification. Experienced communicator engaging effectively with front-line staff through C-level executives. Experienced in facilitating teams in continuous improvement activities (mapping, kaizen) and delivering LSS training. Extensive mentoring and coaching experience.
Preferred Qualifications | Master’s degree in a related field. PMP or prior consulting experience. Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities | Knowledge of managing high impact improvement projects both operationally and organizationally. Knowledge of change management and developing the customer relationship to enable successful implementation of identified opportunities. Excellent data analysis and statistical skills Interpersonal skills.
Other Requirements |
Workplace and Eligibility Conditions | May be exposed to industrial settings or manufacturing plants, some conditions may be hazardous.
Benefits Eligible | Yes
Benefits at UTA | We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.
https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits
To help you understand the full value of these benefits, we have created a tool that calculates the total worth of your compensation package. This tool takes into account all of the benefits that you are eligible for, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. To access this tool and learn more about the total value of your benefits, please click on the following link:
https://resources.uta.edu/hr/services/records/compensation-tools.php
CBC Requirement | It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.
This position may have access to critical infrastructure as defined by Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code. If so, to be hired for and continue to be employed in this position you must maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure as set forth in Texas Executive Order GA-48. By assuming this position, and if you have access to critical infrastructure, you authorize the University to conduct routine background checks.
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.
University Information | The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. As a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution, UTA is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. With an enrollment of more than 42,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution and nationally recognized for its commitment to student success and service. It ranks No. 5 in Military Times’ “Best for Vets: Colleges” and is the top university in North Texas for its graduates’ salaries (The Wall Street Journal). UTA is designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution and is No. 6 for undergraduate ethnic diversity in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). With a global alumni network of approximately 280,000 – including leaders at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas – UTA contributes an estimated $29 billion annually to the Texas economy.
UTA is expanding its regional footprint by building a regional campus, called UTA West, in Parker County on the far west side of Fort Worth. It is scheduled to open in fall 2028. This initiative aligns with the university’s strategic growth and commitment to serving the broader community. Furthermore, UTA has launched the RISE 100 initiative, aiming to recruit 100 new tenure-system faculty to strengthen its research enterprise and leadership in key academic areas. Learn more at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100.
This is an exciting time to join UTA and contribute to its bold vision for the future.
ADA Accommodations | The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies | 1
Open Until Filled |
Minimum Number of References Required | 3
Maximum Number of References Accepted | 5
Special Instructions to Applicants | Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.
Open Until Filled |
Minimum Number of References Required | 3
Maximum Number of References Accepted | 5
Special Instructions to Applicants | Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.
Requirement Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * What is the highest level of education attained?
- GED
- High School Diploma
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- PhD or equivalent
- * How many years of professional experience do you have in the related field?
- None/less than 2 years
- 2 to 3 years
- 4 to 5 years
- 6 years or more
- * What certifications, if any, have you obtained?
(Open Ended Question)
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
- Resume or CV
- Cover/Interest Letter
Optional Documents
- Other Document(s)
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1225 W. Mitchell Road
Arlington, TX 76019
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