Director, Operations Engineering and Continuous Improvement

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and leadership to the Operations Engineering and Continuous Improvement organization to maximize operational capacities and efficiencies.
• Lead the development of capital investment strategies for US manufacturing and new product development to ensure ROI and budget targets are met.
• Partner with Supply Chain and Production planning leaders to determine capital priorities and build execution plans.
• Drive the continuous modernization of manufacturing equipment and infrastructure through automation and advanced capabilities.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and logistics leadership to leverage Lean and Six Sigma tools to improve product execution and customer service.
• Implement and lead a culture of continuous improvement across various departments and facilities.
• Develop training materials to meet ongoing organizational needs for continuous improvement and problem-solving.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering.
• 10+ years of experience in product design, project engineering, continuous improvement, and capital budget management within a consumer product business.
• 5 years of project management experience.
• 3 years of supervisory or managerial experience.
• Proven experience implementing Lean and Six Sigma principles.
• Ability to travel globally (minimum six weeks per year) to support operations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in engineering.
• Six Sigma Black Belt certification.

Benefits

• Annual bonus potential for all full-time employees.
• Company matched 401k and Employee Value Sharing Plan.
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits.
• Education assistance program and wellness programs.
• Generous product discounts and free admission to the Crayola Experience.

About the Company

Crayola is a global leader in creative products, dedicated to inspiring creativity in children and adults alike. We are committed to sustainability and fostering a "kid-inspired" culture that values community, innovation, and continuous improvement.