Six Sigma describes a series of process improvement techniques designed to reduce errors and improve quality in an organization’s products and services.

Lean is a management discipline that seeks to reduce waste and minimize associated costs.

Lean Six Sigma represents the blending of these two philosophies into an operating system that maximizes quality while minimizing costs.

A Lean Six Sigma Green Belt improves productivity by focusing on the tools, methodologies and principles of Lean Six Sigma.

Lean Six Sigma Green Belts are expected to design, implement, and manage productivity improvement projects and campaigns.

Lean Six Sigma Green Belts may serve in one or more of the following capacities: Process Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Continuous Improvement Specialist, and many more. Lean Six Sigma Green Belts often become Six Sigma Consultants, as well.

The Green Belt in Lean Six Sigma is considered a hands-on credential. Green Belts commonly review processes, develop and deploy improvements using the Lean Six Sigma methodology and then manage the improved processes.