

Smaller companies tend to use existing staff and train them in the Six Sigma tools to complement an existing skill set. Permanent GB, BB, MBB roles are normally found in companies >1,000 employees. A Six Sigma Black Belt with comparable experience could make $20k-$40k/yr more if working in San Francisco or New York City compared to a smaller market with lower cost of living. MBB's will often have direct reports ranging from 5-12 BB's and report to a Six Sigma Executive or directly to a CEO.Īs with most jobs, the amount of compensation varies significantly depending on area of the world and within a country. Some BB's have a group of GB's reporting directly to them and then there are cases where GB's report to their typical supervisor and are mentored by a BB.

BB's usually do not have direct reports unless they are more experienced but this varies by company. GB's usually do not have direct reports, although the may mentor other Green, White, or Yellow Belts. With more pay usually comes more responsibility but the bonuses and perks are also higher for BB's, the Master Black Belts (MBB), and Top Six Sigma executives. In the United States, a typical Six Sigma Green Belts (GB) makes $15k-$20k/yr less than a Six Sigma Black Belt (BB). There are several variables from region, experience, and direct reports that can be provided as inputs to get an understanding of overall compensation expectations. is a recommended site to analyze compensation scenarios.
