Black Belt Project Manager
About this role
Job DetailsJob Location: TEMPERPACK VA - RICHMOND, VA 23222Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Not SpecifiedTravel Percentage: NegligibleJob Shift: DayJob Category: ExecutiveJob Description:
This role sits in the Project Management office and owns one mandate: find the opportunity, drive the initiative, and build systems that prevent waste and continue to scale. You will lead continuous improvement initiatives across functions — from process design and waste reduction to cross-departmental workflow optimization — while ensuring those improvements are measured, sustained, and tied directly to strategic outcomes.
You're not here to facilitate. You're here to transform.
Job Title: Black Belt Project Manager
Supervisor’s Title: Chief of Staff
Department: Executive
Location: Richmond, VA (Hybrid)
About TemperPack
TemperPack is a rapidly growing company based in Richmond, Virginia and with locations in Las Vegas, Nevada, and Lansing, Michigan. We design and manufacture innovative, sustainable packaging components for cold-chain shipping of food and pharmaceutical products. The markets we serve have an urgent need for disruptive, sustainable alternatives to replace the wide array of non-sustainable packaging materials conventionally used in the cold-chain such as Styrofoam coolers. Our aspiration is to provide packaging solutions that customers and end-consumers feel great about using.
Essential Job Functions
Continuous Improvement Leadership
Lead Six Sigma DMAIC and DMADV projects across operations, supply chain, finance, HR, and commercial functions
Identify and prioritize improvement opportunities using data — process mapping, root cause analysis, Kaizen, and value stream mapping
Drive waste elimination and cycle time reduction without sacrificing quality or cross-functional alignment
Own the CI project portfolio: intake, scoping, resourcing, execution, and post-project sustainment
PMO Integration & Process Design
Embed CI methodology into the PMO operating model — connecting improvement projects to the broader strategic portfolio
Design and implement scalable process standards, SOPs, and governance frameworks across functions
Build measurement systems that track process performance over time — not just at project close
Partner with function leads to identify structural inefficiencies that roadblock strategic execution
Cross-Functional Execution
Work directly with the Master Project Manager, ELT and functional leaders to scope, charter, and execute high-priority improvement initiatives
Facilitate cross-functional working sessions — structured, productive, and decision-oriented
Manage project timelines, resource dependencies, and risk with precision across multiple simultaneous workstreams
Deliver executive-ready outputs: initiative summaries, impact quantification, and progress reporting
Culture & Capability Building
Champion a continuous improvement mindset across the organization — from the floor to the C-suite
Create training materials and playbooks that scale CI capability beyond any single project
QualificationsEducation and Experience
Six Sigma Black Belt certification — required; Master Black Belt a significant plus
7+ years leading continuous improvement and process transformation initiatives in complex, multi-function environments
Deep command of Lean, Six Sigma, and project management methodologies — and the judgment to know which to apply when
Proven track record of quantifiable impact: cost reduction, cycle time improvement, defect elimination, or operational throughput
Experience working inside a PMO or strategy function, with direct exposure to executive-level stakeholders
Proficiency with Monday.com, Jira, or equivalent enterprise portfolio tools; data fluency in Excel or BI platforms
Exceptional ability to translate analytical findings into clear, compelling narratives for leadership
High ownership instinct — you identify problems before they're assigned to you and fix them before they escalate
Physical Requirements
Lift up to 15 pounds unassisted
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working at a computer
*Important Notice:
At this time, our company will not be engaging with external agencies or third-party vendors for recruitment services. We appreciate the interest of recruitment agencies, but kindly request that they refrain from contacting us regarding potential candidates. We are excited to build our internal recruitment capabilities and establish direct relationships with potential hires.
TemperPack provides Equal Employment Opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a covered veteran/reservist, and any other class of protected individuals, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.E-Verify.gov.
Company at a glance
We solve the toughest packaging problems with science and sustainability. Since 2015, we’ve worked to displace legacy plastics with innovative, sustainable alternatives. With expertise in materials science, packaging design, and process engineering, we develop and scale solutions that match the performance of traditional materials, without unnecessary plastic waste. Our products have protected over 200 million shipments worldwide for industry leaders including HelloFresh, Wild Alaskan Company, Cytiva, and New England Biolabs.
TemperPack sources candidates exclusively through our official careers page and reputable job boards. We do not initiate contact with applicants through unsolicited emails, social media messages, or cold calls. Any emails directly from Temperpack originate only from the temperpack.com domain name. TemperPack will never ask for payment of any kind, including application fees, gift cards, or wire transfers during the hiring process.
In select cases, we partner with professional recruiting firms, but those representatives will clearly state that they are working on behalf of TemperPack and will not request any form of payment from candidates. We encourage all applicants to rely only on opportunities posted through our official channels when exploring careers with TemperPack.
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