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Business Process Improvement jobs on OPT draw heavily from engineering, operations, and data analytics backgrounds. STEM OPT extension eligibility is common for graduates with industrial engineering or systems degrees, giving you up to 36 months of work authorization to build experience with process optimization, lean methodologies, and operational efficiency frameworks.
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At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.
A Day in the Life
The Medtronic Jacksonville campus serves as the headquarters for the ENT operating unit and includes manufacturing operations supporting the ENT, Neurosurgery, and Spine OUs.
The campus houses the full spectrum of the medical device innovation cycle – ideation, R&D, manufacturing, marketing, and medical education. The site houses approximately 750 employees and contractors who support all functions – manufacturing, R&D, finance, marketing, clinical, quality, IT, sales training, customer care, operations, legal, clinical, and regulatory compliance.
As a major employer in the area, Medtronic has cultivated strong ties in the local community. The Jacksonville campus is home to one of the most robust networks of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) in the company, many of which provide ongoing support to local organizations that align with their mission.
At Medtronic, we bring bold ideas forward with speed and decisiveness to put patients first in everything we do. In-person exchanges are invaluable to our work. We’re working 5 days a week onsite as part of our commitment to fostering a culture of professional growth and cross-functional collaboration as we work together to engineer the extraordinary.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.
- Plans, performs and implements process improvement initiatives (such as Lean or Six Sigma).
- Diagrams and evaluates existing processes.
- Organizes, leads and facilitates cross-functional project teams.
- Develops metrics that provide data for process measurement, identifying indicators for future improvement opportunities.
- Collects data to identify root cause of problems.
- Measures performance against process requirements.
- Aligns improvement to performance shortfalls.
- Provides consultation on the use of re-engineering techniques to improve process performance and product quality.
- May deliver presentations and training courses including measurement, analysis, improvement and control.
- Surveys and analyzes best practices for techniques and processes.
- Communicates team progress.
- Performs cost and benefit analyses.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Requires a Bachelors degree AND minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with 0 years of experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Advanced proficiency in statistical analysis and data modeling using Excel, Minitab, Power BI, or similar analytical tools.
- Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Green Belt, with demonstrated experience leading continuous improvement projects.
- Proven ability to identify process inefficiencies and implement data-driven solutions that deliver measurable performance improvements.
- Strong facilitation and leadership skills to plan, lead, and coach cross-functional teams in Kaizen, root cause analysis, and other improvement events.
- Experience developing and delivering training on Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to drive a culture of operational excellence.
- Solid understanding of process mapping, value stream analysis, and performance measurement systems.
- Strong project management and change management capabilities, ensuring sustainable adoption of improvement initiatives.
For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.
PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.
The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.
U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship
At Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. In alignment with our enterprise-wide workforce planning approach, U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above, where specialized expertise aligns with long-term business needs. Roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment.
Join us in our mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life—where your unique background and perspective are valued.
BENEFITS & COMPENSATION
Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package. A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.
Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD): $72,000.00 - $108,000.00
This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).
The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week:
- Health, Dental and vision insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
- Life insurance, Long-term disability leave
- Dependent daycare spending account
- Tuition assistance/reimbursement, and
- Simple Steps (global well-being program).
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees:
- Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match
- Short-term disability
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), and
- Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).
Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.
Further details are available at the link below:
Medtronic benefits and compensation plans
ABOUT MEDTRONIC
We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions. Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people. We are engineers at heart— putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.
It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
INTRODUCTION
At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.
A Day in the Life
The Medtronic Jacksonville campus serves as the headquarters for the ENT operating unit and includes manufacturing operations supporting the ENT, Neurosurgery, and Spine OUs.
The campus houses the full spectrum of the medical device innovation cycle – ideation, R&D, manufacturing, marketing, and medical education. The site houses approximately 750 employees and contractors who support all functions – manufacturing, R&D, finance, marketing, clinical, quality, IT, sales training, customer care, operations, legal, clinical, and regulatory compliance.
As a major employer in the area, Medtronic has cultivated strong ties in the local community. The Jacksonville campus is home to one of the most robust networks of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) in the company, many of which provide ongoing support to local organizations that align with their mission.
At Medtronic, we bring bold ideas forward with speed and decisiveness to put patients first in everything we do. In-person exchanges are invaluable to our work. We’re working 5 days a week onsite as part of our commitment to fostering a culture of professional growth and cross-functional collaboration as we work together to engineer the extraordinary.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.
- Plans, performs and implements process improvement initiatives (such as Lean or Six Sigma).
- Diagrams and evaluates existing processes.
- Organizes, leads and facilitates cross-functional project teams.
- Develops metrics that provide data for process measurement, identifying indicators for future improvement opportunities.
- Collects data to identify root cause of problems.
- Measures performance against process requirements.
- Aligns improvement to performance shortfalls.
- Provides consultation on the use of re-engineering techniques to improve process performance and product quality.
- May deliver presentations and training courses including measurement, analysis, improvement and control.
- Surveys and analyzes best practices for techniques and processes.
- Communicates team progress.
- Performs cost and benefit analyses.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Requires a Bachelors degree AND minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with 0 years of experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Advanced proficiency in statistical analysis and data modeling using Excel, Minitab, Power BI, or similar analytical tools.
- Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Green Belt, with demonstrated experience leading continuous improvement projects.
- Proven ability to identify process inefficiencies and implement data-driven solutions that deliver measurable performance improvements.
- Strong facilitation and leadership skills to plan, lead, and coach cross-functional teams in Kaizen, root cause analysis, and other improvement events.
- Experience developing and delivering training on Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to drive a culture of operational excellence.
- Solid understanding of process mapping, value stream analysis, and performance measurement systems.
- Strong project management and change management capabilities, ensuring sustainable adoption of improvement initiatives.
For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.
PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.
The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.
U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship
At Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. In alignment with our enterprise-wide workforce planning approach, U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above, where specialized expertise aligns with long-term business needs. Roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment.
Join us in our mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life—where your unique background and perspective are valued.
BENEFITS & COMPENSATION
Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package. A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.
Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD): $72,000.00 - $108,000.00
This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).
The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week:
- Health, Dental and vision insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
- Life insurance, Long-term disability leave
- Dependent daycare spending account
- Tuition assistance/reimbursement, and
- Simple Steps (global well-being program).
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees:
- Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match
- Short-term disability
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), and
- Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).
Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.
Further details are available at the link below:
Medtronic benefits and compensation plans
ABOUT MEDTRONIC
We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions. Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people. We are engineers at heart— putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.
It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Business Process Improvement
Lead with quantifiable process wins
Hiring managers in this field want proof you can move metrics. Frame your resume around specific outcomes: cycle time reduced, error rates cut, throughput improved. Numbers make your impact concrete and distinguish you from candidates with only theoretical knowledge.
Verify your STEM OPT eligibility early
Many Business Process Improvement roles qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension if your degree is in industrial engineering, systems engineering, or operations research. Confirm your CIP code with your DSO before interviews so you can address the timeline confidently.
Target operations-heavy industries first
Manufacturing, logistics, healthcare operations, and financial services consistently hire for process improvement roles and have established OPT sponsorship pathways. These industries rely on lean and Six Sigma practitioners at scale, making them more likely to sponsor H-1B visa later.
Earn a Lean or Six Sigma certification
A Green Belt or Lean certification signals fluency in industry-standard methodology and makes your profile more competitive against domestic candidates. Employers see certifications as evidence you can contribute immediately without extensive onboarding in core frameworks like DMAIC or kaizen.
Address your OPT timeline proactively
Bring up your work authorization status before the offer stage, not after. Explain your OPT end date, STEM extension eligibility, and H-1B sponsorship timeline clearly. Employers who understand the path are far more likely to commit than those surprised by visa requirements at the last minute.
Showcase cross-functional collaboration experience
Business process work spans IT, finance, operations, and compliance. Highlighting projects where you coordinated across departments demonstrates the stakeholder management skills employers prioritize in this role, and it strengthens your case for sponsorship by showing leadership potential beyond technical execution.
Business Process Improvement OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Business Process Improvement jobs commonly sponsor OPT students?
Sponsorship rates vary by employer size and industry. Large manufacturers, management consulting firms, and Fortune 500 operations teams are the most consistent sponsors. Smaller companies often lack the HR infrastructure to navigate visa processing. Filtering by sponsor-willing employers on Migrate Mate is the fastest way to identify realistic targets without wasting applications on companies that don't sponsor.
Does a Business Process Improvement role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not just your job title. If your degree is in industrial engineering, systems engineering, operations research, or a related STEM field, and your employer is enrolled in E-Verify, you likely qualify for the 24-month STEM extension. Confirm your CIP code with your DSO before assuming eligibility. The job title alone doesn't determine whether the extension applies.
What degree backgrounds do employers expect for Business Process Improvement roles?
Industrial engineering is the most direct path, but employers also hire from operations management, systems engineering, supply chain, and applied mathematics backgrounds. Some roles in healthcare or financial services prefer candidates with domain-specific degrees paired with process methodology training. A Six Sigma or Lean certification can offset a degree that isn't a perfect match for the job description.
How does changing employers affect my OPT if I'm in a Business Process Improvement role?
On post-completion OPT, you can change employers as long as your new role is directly related to your degree field and you report the change to your DSO within 10 days. If you're on a STEM extension, your new employer must also be enrolled in E-Verify, and a new Form I-983 training plan must be filed. Gaps in employment of more than 90 cumulative days can jeopardize your OPT status.
What types of employers hire Business Process Improvement roles on OPT?
The broadest hiring comes from management consulting firms, large manufacturers, logistics and supply chain companies, healthcare systems, and financial services operations teams. These industries run continuous improvement programs at scale and have recurring demand for analysts and specialists. Project-based consulting roles can also work for OPT, provided the engagement is framed as direct employment rather than independent contracting.