Staff Continuous Improvement Professional

Responsibilities

• Lead operational excellence initiatives and implement the Crayola Operating System across manufacturing areas.
• Manage a portfolio of continuous improvement projects focused on quality, efficiency, cost, and risk reduction.
• Drive the practical and responsible use of AI by identifying high-value use cases and supporting the rollout of AI-enabled tools.
• Coach and develop employees and CI pillar leads in Lean, Six Sigma, and data-driven decision-making.
• Facilitate workshops, value stream mapping sessions, and cross-functional problem-solving efforts.
• Partner with department leaders to translate business needs into measurable improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of Continuous Improvement experience.
• Experience supporting technology adoption, automation, analytics, or AI-related initiatives.
• Proficiency in Minitab and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, SharePoint, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work 8+ hours on second and/or third shifts per week.
• Ability to travel domestically or internationally 10-15%.
• Proven leadership in a cross-functional team environment and strong problem-solving capabilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Black Belt Certification.
• Bachelor's degree.

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 has inspired children to express their creativity since 1903. We are an iconic brand dedicated to helping parents and educators raise creatively alive children around the world through quality art products and experiences. Our culture is mission-focused, encouraging collaboration, transparency, and fun.