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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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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 manager jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in business, healthcare administration, engineering, or a related field
- Lean Six Sigma certification at Green Belt or Black Belt level
- Three or more years of experience leading process improvement or quality initiatives
- Proficiency with data analysis tools such as Excel, Minitab, or Tableau
- Experience facilitating cross-functional teams and managing stakeholder communication
- Knowledge of regulatory and accreditation standards relevant to the employer's industry
Tips for Your Performance Improvement Manager Job Search
Quantify process outcomes on your resume
Hiring managers for performance improvement roles scan for measurable results, not responsibilities. Frame each bullet around a baseline, the intervention you led, and the outcome, such as cycle time reduced or cost per unit lowered. Vague claims about 'improving efficiency' won't get you past an initial screen.
Tailor your methodology to each posting
Job postings will specify Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or PDCA by name. Mirror that language in your resume and cover letter. A Black Belt candidate applying to a Kaizen-heavy manufacturing role who leads with DMAIC framing will look like a poor fit before the phone screen.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists performance improvement manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Distinguish your scope in interviews
Interviewers want to know whether you drove improvements at the team, department, or enterprise level. Prepare a concise answer about the largest system or process you owned end-to-end, because scope is how employers differentiate a coordinator from a strategic hire.
Get your certifications listed correctly
Lean Six Sigma belt levels, PMP, CPHQ, and similar credentials belong in a dedicated certifications section, not buried in the education block. Recruiters filtering by credential type often miss them when they appear only as footnotes under a degree.
Ask about governance structures in final-round interviews
Performance improvement roles often fail when the hire lacks organizational authority to implement change. Asking who owns project sign-off and how cross-functional buy-in is secured signals seniority, and the answer tells you whether you can actually succeed in the role.
Performance Improvement Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most performance improvement managers?
The most active employers for performance improvement managers right now are Alvarez & Marsal, Protiviti, and Crowe, and the most openings are in Texas, Florida, and Illinois, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Healthcare systems, large manufacturers, and federal contractors tend to post the highest volume of these roles.
How many performance improvement manager jobs are remote?
About 75% of performance improvement manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the share varies significantly by industry. Roles focused on data reporting, program management, and healthcare quality documentation tend to be the most remote-friendly, while positions tied to shop-floor or clinical operations are more likely to require on-site presence.
How do you become a performance improvement manager?
Start with a bachelor's degree in a field like business, engineering, healthcare administration, or operations, then gain hands-on experience in a process analyst or quality coordinator role. Earning a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification signals formal methodology training. Build a portfolio of documented improvement projects with measurable outcomes, then pursue senior roles or Black Belt certification to move into manager-level positions.
Can you get a performance improvement manager job with limited experience?
Entry into performance improvement management usually requires demonstrating ownership of at least one end-to-end improvement project, even if your title was analyst or coordinator. If your direct experience is thin, focus applications on industries where you have domain knowledge, since a healthcare background can offset a shorter process improvement record when applying to hospital systems or health plans.
What does the performance improvement manager interview process look like?
Most employers run a phone or video screen focused on your methodology background and certifications, followed by a structured behavioral interview where you walk through a past improvement project using a framework like STAR or DMAIC. Final rounds often include a case study or presentation asking you to diagnose a process problem and propose a solution, with panel questions from operations, quality, and sometimes finance stakeholders.
Where can I find and apply to performance improvement manager jobs?
You can find and apply to performance improvement manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your industry background and certification level, then apply directly to each listing that fits your experience.
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