Continuous Improvement Lead

Post Date

Jun 18, 2025

Location

Houston,
Texas

ZIP/Postal Code

77002
US
Aug 20, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Perm

Category

Corporate Operations

Req #

HOU-789773

Pay Rate

$126k - $131k (estimate)

Job Description

Insight Global is seeking a Lean Coach to join a team of 5 at a large utility company here in Houston full-time. This individual will play a highly strategic role in enhancing business performance by helping leaders and business units improve their capabilities through lean management theories and techniques. The Lean Coach will drive operational excellence by providing one-on-one coaching to senior leaders, supporting weekly operating reviews, leading training sessions and workshops, and guiding the rollout of the lean operating system across all levels of the organization. Responsibilities include coaching leadership on visual management and problem-solving, facilitating change management activities, leading event-based improvements, and standardizing work to eliminate waste. This role requires strong communication skills to engage with senior stakeholders, deep understanding of lean tools and methodologies, and the ability to both coach and be coached. The ideal candidate will bring experience in transforming organizations to be more customer-centric and will mentor junior team members while managing multiple concurrent initiatives. Travel may be required up to 25%.

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Required Skills & Experience

Bachelor's degree in relevant field such as Lean, Operations Research, Business, or Organizational Management with 5-8 years of relevant experience
Minimum of 5 years of experience in lean methodologies, Hoshin, process improvement, project management, financial analytics and/or relevant experience in utility industry with track record of savings and strategic financial impact

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Indirect or direct leadership experience
MBA or other Masters
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification
Experience in gas or electric utility industry
Experience setting lean operational management systems
Coaching certifications

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.