Master Blackbelt – Continuous Improvement

About the role

Trystar is at the forefront of advancing power solutions, charged and driven by a committed, dynamic team tackling complex challenges and creating innovative solutions. We’re looking for a Master Blackbelt – Continuous Improvement based at our Faribault or Burnsville office. Reporting to the Director of Business Process Optimization, Program Management, you will play a critical role in analyzing data to drive strategic decisions, optimize processes, and support innovation across our diverse product lines. Your expertise will help us maintain our leadership in power solutions while advancing sustainable and renewable energy initiatives. This role requires a strong analytical mindset, excellent facilitation skills, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams. Your contributions will be highly visible, with the expectation of continued value returned to the business.

Our cutting-edge headquarters in Faribault, MN, is partially solar and wind powered by our own microgrid. Together, we power the future and nurture innovation for a brighter tomorrow.

Responsibilities

• Use metrics to support decision-making and validate improvements.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret large datasets to identify trends and insights.
• Develop statistical models to support product development and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide data-driven recommendations.
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of data used for decision-making.
• Prepare detailed reports and visualizations for stakeholders.
• Stay updated on emerging statistical methods and tools.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Data Science, or related field.
• Proficiency in statistical software (e.g., R, Python, SAS).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Experience with data visualization tools is a plus.

Preferred Skills

• PMP certification.
• Lean Sigma Black Belt certification.
• Experience in electromechanical assembly.
• Familiarity with Epicor.
• Data fluency with intermediate statistical capability (Minitab, JMP).
• Experience owning lean transformations from discovery to sustaining.
• Fluency in Spanish or French is a plus.

Values

• Safety: We believe everyone should leave Trystar facilities in the same or better condition than when they arrived.
• Integrity: We’re honest, transparent, and committed to doing what’s right.
• Customer focus: We have a relentless focus on our customers and their success.
• Right with speed: We use good judgement, make thoughtful decisions quickly, and execute them with purpose and intensity.
• Play for each other: We’re a team. We show up for each other and know that through teamwork we achieve greatness.
• Champion change: We know adaptation and improvement are requirements to survive and to thrive.
• Enjoy the journey: We create an environment where our team feels appreciated and has fun along the way.