JEREMY S. LAMBERT
Hyperion Solutions
RICHMOND,IN
1
Certification
35
Years of experience
Data-Driven Continuous Improvement Leader experienced in architecting and deploying comprehensive production systems across manufacturing, logistics, and healthcare environments. Achieved operational efficiency through advanced statistical analysis, 6S/Safety framework engineering, and cultivating sustainable Lean cultures. Focused on bridging executive strategy and shop-floor execution while fostering collaboration to drive measurable results.
Work History
Continuous Improvement Manager (Lean Six Sigma Black Belt)
9 Months- System Architecture: Designed and authored a comprehensive 36-module Continuous Improvement operating system, establishing elite-level frameworks for DMAIC, capability tracking, and root-cause verification for advanced manufacturing.
- Spearheaded the foundational operational turnaround of the plant by architecting and deploying a proprietary, facility-wide production system to bridge communication silos and standardize workflows.
- Designed and established an executive-approved Safety Team Committee and a dedicated 6S Team, mitigating workplace hazards and enhancing visual management compliance.
- Authored and launched The Kaizen Express, a cultural platform and recognition system that sustained Lean momentum, highlighted employee-driven CI problem-solving, and reinforced standard work.
- Engineered and launched a centralized, automated project management tracking system to synchronize critical milestones across Production, Engineering, and Purchasing.
- Workforce Alignment: Authored the corporate charter for the facility's first Veterans Resource Group, securing rapid executive approval to drive retention and community alignment.
Continuous Improvement Engineer (Lean Six Sigma Black Belt)
1 Year- Standardized CI deployment and implemented cost-reduction strategies during major plant expansion, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Kaizen Execution & Flow: Co-facilitated twin 10-day Kaizen events alongside a Master Black Belt; applied VSM, flow, and pull mechanics to realize an 80% reduction in transportation and motion waste during a major facility expansion. Orchestrated over 25 department-level Kaizen events.
- Drove high-impact cost-reduction strategies and standardized CI deployment across a major plant expansion.
- Transitioned 5S program from paper tracking to digital auditing platform, achieving over 90% reduction in process waste.
- ERP Deployment: Developed and executed a comprehensive change management and training matrix for a plant-wide ERP Integration (Movex) for 100+ team members, delivering the smoothest software transition in corporate history.
Process Improvement Engineer (Lean Six Sigma Black Belt)
3 Years- Scaled CI capabilities and deployed statistical models to optimize call center dynamics, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Capability Scaling: Facilitated 80 targeted Lean execution sessions for over 1,000 corporate and operations personnel, rapidly scaling organizational capabilities in PDCA, VSM, and waste identification.
- Advanced Analytics: Applied Six Sigma statistical analysis (binary logistic regression, ANOVA, Pareto charting) to drive a 10% year-over-year increase in employee retention.
- Project-managed global deployment of virtual agent platform, diverting high-volume live interactions to achieve $150,000 in annual savings; directed cross-functional Kaizen event to streamline HR onboarding value stream, reducing process waste by 12%.
Director, Quality Management and Assurance (LSSBB)
1 Year- Engineered and launched statewide Lean Six Sigma training infrastructure, standardizing initiatives across regional sites and certifying 200+ team members.
- Led corporate turnaround efforts for core service entry process, achieving audited multi-million-dollar structural cost avoidance and commanding 10+ large-scale Kaizen events with FMEA and VA/NVA analysis.
- Developed strategic initiatives to enhance child welfare programs and community outreach efforts.
- Led cross-functional teams to implement organizational policies aligning with mission and values.
- Managed budget allocations for various programs, ensuring effective resource utilization across the organization.
Continuous Improvement Coordinator (Lean Six Sigma Black Belt)
2 Years- TPM Implementation: Championed Total Productive Manufacturing (TPM) across high-speed production lines; synchronized Autonomous (AM) and Professional Maintenance (PM) pillars to achieve a 50% reduction in minor line stops and limited breakdowns to just two incidents for an entire fiscal year.
- SMED Compression: Structured and executed SMED event, achieving significant reductions in changeover times, direct labor savings, and enhanced ergonomics.
- Rigorous Gatekeeping: Facilitated 200+ root cause analyses using 5-Whys and Ishikawa Diagrams; enforced operational gatekeeping through regular ISO 9001/14001 and GMP compliance audits.
Project Manager (Lean Six Sigma Black Belt)
1 Year- Deployed A3 Lean thinking to reduce critical patient chart defect rates from 82% to 25% in 5 months; created daily performance tracking system and visual management boards to sustain improvements.
- Led cross-functional teams to streamline project workflows and enhance collaboration across departments.
- Developed comprehensive project plans, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and stakeholder expectations.
- Implemented risk management strategies, proactively identifying potential issues and mitigating impacts on project timelines.
Operations Non-Commissioned Officer
20 Years- Managed trauma room in Baghdad (2006–2007) during high-stakes operations, ensuring patient care under intense operational constraints.
- Engineered throughput optimization project using queueing theory and process capability, enhancing staffing efficiency during peak periods while directing 50+ personnel and authoring 9 Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Led operational planning for missions, ensuring efficient resource allocation and personnel deployment.
- Developed training programs to enhance team readiness and operational effectiveness across diverse units.
- Coordinated logistics for equipment procurement, maintenance, and distribution to support mission objectives.
- Oversaw daily operational workflows to ensure efficiency and adherence to protocols.
- Coordinated logistics and supply chain processes to optimize resource allocation.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance productivity and reduce operational delays.
- Trained and mentored junior personnel on standard operating procedures and best practices.
- Analyzed operational data to identify trends, improve decision-making, and support strategic initiatives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Skills
Six Sigma
Lean manufacturing
Improvement practices
Business process improvement
Change management
Minitab analysis
Performance improvement
Architecture design
Certification
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification – Department of Defense, 2009
- Minitab Statistical Software Certification – Department of the Army, 2009
Timeline
Continuous Improvement Manager (Lean Six Sigma Black Belt)
Hyperion Solutions
01.2026 - CurrentRead More
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Coca-Cola North America
01.2016 - 01.2018Read More
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01.2015 - 01.2016Read More
Operations Non-Commissioned Officer
United States Army
01.1992 - 01.2012Read More
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science from Psychology
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