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Regional Performance Improvement Engineer Wet & Dry Process in Mason, Ohio: Omya Inc. is seeking a Regional Performance Improvement Engineer Wet & Dry Process to identify and lead implementation of improvement initiatives to minimize costs and maximize utilization of available assets. Assist with project and improvement initiatives cost control and time management. Provide direction and support to Project and Process Engineers and coordinate group functions to ensure that the most cost-efficient processes and methods are utilized. Assist in start-up of new systems and improvement initiatives, as necessary. Survey plant sites and locations for new facilities as requested, to include research into available utilities, space needs for plant and ore storage, and possible restrictions that might hamper the operating facility. Support development of cost estimates and operational models for business case evaluation of new plants, extensions, and improvements. Assist in preparing Capital Asset Requests and discuss necessity of requests with appropriate manager(s). Act as Subject Matter Expert in Operational Excellence Initiatives. Stay current on plant activities within the region to ensure that the latest technologies and practices are implemented. Interface as directed with managers and operators at sites across the region. Document and record any changes in plant processes including but not limited to flowsheets, mass balance, process calculation sheets, equipment definition, etc. and keep Performance Improvement Team informed. Provide technical information and technical support to customers with which agreements are in place for such support. Troubleshoot both plant and customer problems as required. Provide monthly reports to Head of Manufacturing Performance. Support evaluation of possible joint venture acquisitions, to include plant visits, reviewing equipment, investigating process capabilities, computing in-country plant value for equipment and facilities, and making recommendations for process improvement, cost reductions, and plant staffing. Work in both metric and imperial measurement system. Lead and direct cross functional teams without direct report line. 50-75% travel required, both domestic and international. Domestic travel to any state in the United States, primarily California, Texas, Vermont, Wisconsin, Michigan, Alabama, Kentucky, Arizona, Pennsylvania. International travel to Brazil, Colombia, Chile, Mexico, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Canada. Travel to other international locations (Europe, Asia) may be required to participate in trials and represent Region Americas as a subject matter expert.
Minimum Requirements: Position requires a PhD in Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering and two (2) years of experience as a Process Engineer, Chemical Engineer, Industrial Engineer, Industrial Performance Improvement Engineer, Project Engineer, or Mechanical Engineer. The employer will accept a Master’s degree in Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering and five (5) years of experience as a Process Engineer, Chemical Engineer, Industrial Engineer, Industrial Performance Improvement Engineer, Project Engineer, or Mechanical Engineer or a Bachelor’s degree in Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering and seven (7) years of experience as a Process Engineer, Chemical Engineer, Industrial Engineer, Industrial Performance Improvement Engineer, Project Engineer, or Mechanical Engineer in lieu of a PhD and two (2) years of experience. The position requires two (2) years of experience in the following: exhibiting in depth knowledge of both wet and dry mineral processes (calcium carbonate, perlite or cement industry), to include quarrying, crushing, hauling, grinding, classification, conveying, packaging, storage, and shipping; transferring knowledge of wet and dry minerals processes; industrial process definition and design of production facilities (flowsheets, mass balance, equipment specification), equipment definition and dimensioning, capital investment management (scope definition, cost estimate, time management), commissioning of new installations, process improvement initiatives, production planning, and production or process simulation; leading Process Design for projects with a budget of at least $1 million USD; leading Process Design for projects with a team of at least 5 cross functional colleagues; and advanced proficiency in MATLAB, Python, or similar software to process and analyze data.
Salary: $128,710 - $150,000 per year. How to Apply: Visit https://www.omya.com/en/careers and search for Regional Performance Improvement Engineer Wet & Dry Process
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200 Constitution Avenue NW, Room N-5311
Washington, DC 20210
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NOTICE OF JOB AVAILABILITY
Regional Performance Improvement Engineer Wet & Dry Process in Mason, Ohio: Omya Inc. is seeking a Regional Performance Improvement Engineer Wet & Dry Process to identify and lead implementation of improvement initiatives to minimize costs and maximize utilization of available assets. Assist with project and improvement initiatives cost control and time management. Provide direction and support to Project and Process Engineers and coordinate group functions to ensure that the most cost-efficient processes and methods are utilized. Assist in start-up of new systems and improvement initiatives, as necessary. Survey plant sites and locations for new facilities as requested, to include research into available utilities, space needs for plant and ore storage, and possible restrictions that might hamper the operating facility. Support development of cost estimates and operational models for business case evaluation of new plants, extensions, and improvements. Assist in preparing Capital Asset Requests and discuss necessity of requests with appropriate manager(s). Act as Subject Matter Expert in Operational Excellence Initiatives. Stay current on plant activities within the region to ensure that the latest technologies and practices are implemented. Interface as directed with managers and operators at sites across the region. Document and record any changes in plant processes including but not limited to flowsheets, mass balance, process calculation sheets, equipment definition, etc. and keep Performance Improvement Team informed. Provide technical information and technical support to customers with which agreements are in place for such support. Troubleshoot both plant and customer problems as required. Provide monthly reports to Head of Manufacturing Performance. Support evaluation of possible joint venture acquisitions, to include plant visits, reviewing equipment, investigating process capabilities, computing in-country plant value for equipment and facilities, and making recommendations for process improvement, cost reductions, and plant staffing. Work in both metric and imperial measurement system. Lead and direct cross functional teams without direct report line. 50-75% travel required, both domestic and international. Domestic travel to any state in the United States, primarily California, Texas, Vermont, Wisconsin, Michigan, Alabama, Kentucky, Arizona, Pennsylvania. International travel to Brazil, Colombia, Chile, Mexico, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Canada. Travel to other international locations (Europe, Asia) may be required to participate in trials and represent Region Americas as a subject matter expert.
Minimum Requirements: Position requires a PhD in Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering and two (2) years of experience as a Process Engineer, Chemical Engineer, Industrial Engineer, Industrial Performance Improvement Engineer, Project Engineer, or Mechanical Engineer. The employer will accept a Master’s degree in Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering and five (5) years of experience as a Process Engineer, Chemical Engineer, Industrial Engineer, Industrial Performance Improvement Engineer, Project Engineer, or Mechanical Engineer or a Bachelor’s degree in Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering and seven (7) years of experience as a Process Engineer, Chemical Engineer, Industrial Engineer, Industrial Performance Improvement Engineer, Project Engineer, or Mechanical Engineer in lieu of a PhD and two (2) years of experience. The position requires two (2) years of experience in the following: exhibiting in depth knowledge of both wet and dry mineral processes (calcium carbonate, perlite or cement industry), to include quarrying, crushing, hauling, grinding, classification, conveying, packaging, storage, and shipping; transferring knowledge of wet and dry minerals processes; industrial process definition and design of production facilities (flowsheets, mass balance, equipment specification), equipment definition and dimensioning, capital investment management (scope definition, cost estimate, time management), commissioning of new installations, process improvement initiatives, production planning, and production or process simulation; leading Process Design for projects with a budget of at least $1 million USD; leading Process Design for projects with a team of at least 5 cross functional colleagues; and advanced proficiency in MATLAB, Python, or similar software to process and analyze data.
Salary: $128,710 - $150,000 per year. How to Apply: Visit https://www.omya.com/en/careers and search for Regional Performance Improvement Engineer Wet & Dry Process
This notice is posted in connection with the filing of an application for permanent alien labor certification for the relevant job opportunity. Any person may provide documentary evidence bearing on the application to the national processing center as follows:
United States Department of Labor
Employment and Training Administration
Office of Foreign Labor Certification
200 Constitution Avenue NW, Room N-5311
Washington, DC 20210
#LI-DNI
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Who's Hiring
- Alvarez & Marsal79
- Protiviti11
- Crowe6
- Baptist Health South Florida5
- ChristianaCare4
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services22
- Healthcare & Medical Services8
- Accounting & Auditing2
- Staffing & Recruiting1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in performance improvement consultant jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in business, industrial engineering, or a related field
- Experience applying Lean, Six Sigma, or DMAIC methodologies to process problems
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional improvement projects from diagnosis to implementation
- Proficiency with process mapping tools such as Visio, Lucidchart, or equivalent software
- Strong data analysis skills using Excel, Tableau, Power BI, or statistical software
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferred by most employers
Tips for Your Performance Improvement Consultant Job Search
Quantify process outcomes on your resume
Generic claims about 'improving efficiency' won't stand out. List the baseline, the intervention you led, and the measurable result, cycle time reduced, cost per unit lowered, or defect rate cut, so hiring managers can assess the scale of your work immediately.
Highlight your methodology toolkit clearly
Employers filter for Lean, Six Sigma, DMAIC, Kaizen, or Agile experience before reading further. Name the specific frameworks you've applied and the contexts where you used each, so your resume clears initial screening without ambiguity.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists performance improvement consultant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by industry and scope
A performance improvement consultant role in a hospital system looks nothing like one at a logistics firm. Search by industry alongside title so you're applying to openings where your domain experience, clinical workflows, supply chain, financial ops, directly matches the problem the employer is trying to solve.
Prepare a structured case study walkthrough
Most interviews include a structured problem-solving exercise or a request to walk through a past engagement. Prepare two to three concise case studies using a situation-approach-result format, with enough operational detail to show how you diagnosed root causes and selected interventions.
Negotiate scope alongside compensation
When an offer arrives, clarify the engagement model, project-based, retainer, or embedded, and what your deliverable authority includes before discussing comp. Knowing whether you own implementation or only advisory shapes both your decision and your counter.
Performance Improvement Consultant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most performance improvement consultants?
The companies hiring the most performance improvement consultants right now include Alvarez & Marsal, Protiviti, and Crowe, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Florida, and Illinois, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Healthcare systems, management consulting firms, and large manufacturers consistently account for the highest volume of active postings.
How many performance improvement consultant jobs are remote?
About 75% of performance improvement consultant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the share varies significantly by industry. Roles focused on data analysis, reporting, and change management strategy tend to be more remote-eligible, while positions requiring on-site observation of physical workflows, such as manufacturing line assessments or clinical floor audits, are more likely to require an in-person presence.
How do you become a performance improvement consultant?
Start with a degree in business, industrial engineering, healthcare administration, or a related field, then build hands-on experience in operations or project management. Earning a Lean Six Sigma certification, at minimum Green Belt level, demonstrates methodology fluency to employers. From there, accumulate documented project results with measurable outcomes, as portfolio evidence of real improvements is what moves candidates through hiring processes in this field.
Can you get hired as a performance improvement consultant with little experience?
Entry-level roles do exist, particularly at large consulting firms and hospital systems that run structured analyst programs. Hiring managers in those contexts look for candidates who can demonstrate analytical thinking and familiarity with process improvement frameworks, even without years of full-cycle project ownership. Completing a Green Belt certification, contributing to a process improvement project during an internship, or documenting a volunteer or academic project with measurable results can bridge the experience gap.
What does the performance improvement consultant interview process look like?
Most processes include an initial screening call, a competency-based behavioral interview focused on past projects, and a case or scenario exercise where you diagnose a process problem and walk through how you'd approach it. Some employers add a presentation round where candidates present a mock improvement plan or a past engagement summary. References are typically checked after the final round, and offers often follow within a few weeks of the last interview.
Where can I find and apply to performance improvement consultant jobs?
You can find and apply to performance improvement consultant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find the roles that match your background and apply directly to each listing, the postings are updated regularly so you're seeing active opportunities rather than stale listings.
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