Senior Analyst, Continuous Improvement

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2 Locations
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Senior level
Energy
The Role
Leads continuous improvement and root cause analysis initiatives across procurement, engineering, construction, commissioning, and operations. The role drives Lean-based defect elimination, CAPA execution, cost and reliability improvements, and safety performance. Responsibilities include facilitating RCA workshops, analyzing trends, documenting lessons learned, coaching teams, standardizing improvement tools, and reporting KPIs and financial benefits to leadership.
Summary Generated by Built In

Venture Global LNG (“Venture Global”) is a long-term, low-cost provider of American-produced liquefied natural gas. The company’s Louisiana-based export projects service the global demand for North American natural gas and support the long-term development of clean and reliable North American energy supplies. Using reliable, proven technology in an innovative plant design configuration, Venture Global’s modular, mid-scale plant design will replace traditional designs as it allows for the same efficiency and operational reliability at significantly lower capital cost.

We are seeking qualified applicants for the position:

Senior Analyst, Continuous Improvement

Located:

Cameron

Summary

The Senior Analyst, Continuous Improvement is responsible for leading performance improvement initiatives across procurement, engineering, construction, commissioning, and operations within Venture Global’s LNG business. This role drives Continuous Improvement (CI) through the application of Lean principles, structured Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and data-driven problem-solving to enhance safety, quality, reliability, and cost efficiency.

Reporting to the Senior Director of Continuous Improvement, the Senior Analyst works closely with Quality, HSSE, Operations, and Supply Chain to identify improvement opportunities, ensure corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) are effectively executed, and build a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

General Description Duties & Responsibilities

Continuous Improvement Leadership

  • Lead and facilitate CI projects and structured RCA workshops focused on defect elimination, cost reduction, and reliability improvement.
  • Standardize CI and RCA tools, templates, and reporting mechanisms across the organization.
  • Ensure CAPA actions are properly defined, implemented, and validated for effectiveness.
  • Identify, prioritize, and lead cross-functional initiatives aligned with business performance goals.

Defect, Waste, and Risk Reduction

  • Analyze data to identify trends and systemic issues impacting quality, cost, and safety.
  • Partner with functional leaders to implement sustainable improvements that address root causes.
  • Drive programs that improve cost of quality (COQ), process reliability, and environmental and safety performance.

Knowledge Management & Lessons Learned

  • Capture and document RCAs, CAPAs, and improvement projects to build a central knowledge repository.
  • Share best practices, lessons learned, and improvement outcomes across business units.
  • Integrate CI learning into design standards, standard operating procedures, and training materials.

Culture & Capability Building

  • Train and coach cross-functional teams on Lean methods, RCA techniques, and structured problem-solving tools (e.g., 5-Why, Fishbone, A3).
  • Build CI capability at all organizational levels to promote proactive issue resolution and continuous learning.
  • Foster a culture that embraces data-driven decision-making and accountability for improvement.

Performance Management

  • Track and report on improvement results, KPIs, and CI project performance.
  • Quantify financial and operational benefits achieved through CI and RCA initiatives.
  • Provide visibility to leadership through dashboards, metrics, and progress updates.

Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Quality, Operations, or related field required.

Experience

  • 5+ years of experience in Continuous Improvement, Quality, or Operations within LNG, oil & gas, or industrial manufacturing industries.
  • Demonstrated experience leading RCA and CI initiatives with measurable results.
  • Strong background in CAPA management, process improvement, and defect elimination.

Technical Skills

  • Proficiency in Lean tools, RCA methods, and structured problem-solving frameworks.
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferred.
  • Strong facilitation, analytical, and communication skills.

Leadership Attributes

  • Collaborative and influential leader with the ability to manage cross-functional initiatives.
  • Highly organized with a results-oriented mindset.
  • Effective communicator with a passion for driving sustainable operational excellence.

Venture Global LNG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, Quality, Operations, or a related field
  • 5+ years of experience in Continuous Improvement, Quality, or Operations
  • Experience within LNG, oil and gas, or industrial manufacturing industries
  • Demonstrated experience leading root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives with measurable results
  • Strong background in CAPA management, process improvement, and defect elimination
  • Proficiency in Lean tools, root cause analysis methods, and structured problem-solving frameworks
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification
  • Strong facilitation, analytical, and communication skills
  • Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence collaborative teams
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The Company
HQ: Arlington, VA
423 Employees

What We Do

Venture Global LNG is a long-term, low-cost producer of North American liquefied natural gas (LNG). Our two export facilities, Calcasieu Pass and Plaquemines LNG, will supply the world’s growing demand for low-cost, clean and reliable North American energy.

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