Continuous Improvement (CI) Professional

CI Professional, Easton, PA, On-Site

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Drives Continuous Improvement thinking & the Crayola Operating System (Visual Management, Standard Work, Waste Reduction, and Structured Problem Solving) throughout Crayola. Supports training and development programs and initiatives. Develops a common Continuous Improvement culture to exceed customer expectations & deliver business results. Integrates improvement efforts across departments, facilities and enterprise to reduce cost and ensure product integrity. Accountable for identifying, coaching and executing multiple improvement initiatives, including supporting those led by Staff CI Professional. Coaches & develops practitioners throughout Crayola.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Project Portfolio Management - Area Coach 25-50%:

• Work directly with department leader(s) (VP, GM, Directors, etc.) to implement the Crayola Operating System in assigned areas of coaching (within & outside Operations)
• Coach Crayola Operating System for 50-100 employees
• Project Manage 10-20 improvement projects (planning what projects to execute through completion & benefit tracking)

Project Execution & Change Management 25-50%:

• Lead teams in cross-functional work processes, root cause process issues, extended value streams and supply chains that directly impact goal of $2,000,000
• Lead new component qualification trials
• Apply broad range of advanced improvement tool applications, including use of A3 (PDCA), Six Sigma (DMAIC), 5S, Mistake Proofing, SPC, MSA, Regression, DOE modeling, etc.
• Develop process parameters for new equipment
• Lead process standardization projects
• Lead waste reduction

Train & Develop 25%:

• Design & deliver COS Public Class & CI Practitioners Training
• Develop 5-10 CI Practitioners/Leads through development program
• Assist Manager, CI, Staff CI Professionals and organization managers to develop and implement development and training programs
• Work with Staff CI Professionals and organization managers on standard work, standard work audits, standard work results & standard work improvement

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

• A Bachelor's degree or 3 to 5 years Continuous Improvement Experience in lieu of degree.
• Green Belt certification preferred
• Must be able to work 8+ hours on second and/or third shift per week.
• Prior operations experience in production of consumer goods preferred
• Experience in multiple business units and functions
• Proven leadership in a cross-functional team environment
• Demonstrated problem-solving capability
• Able to engage in positive critical thinking and take proactive actions.
• Demonstrates exceptional communication skills
• Must have strong computer skills including Minitab, Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, SharePoint and PowerPoint
• Ability to travel domestic/internationally 10-15%

PHYSICAL CONDITIONS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands and fingers to operate, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WHY CRAYOLA?

• Kid Inspired Culture
• Free Admission to Crayola Experience for Employees
• Community Volunteerism Opportunities
• Annual Bonus Potential for all Full-Time Employees
• Company Matched 401k & Employee Value Sharing Plan
• Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits for Eligible Employees
• Education Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Resource Groups
• Generous Product Discounts Onsite & Online
• Company Sponsored Employee Events
• Discounts on a wide variety of products and services - automotive, electronics, fitness, travel and entertainment

Green is our favorite color! Crayola cares about the environment and responsibly makes the products you love. Learn more about Crayola's creative solutions for greener tomorrows: https://aut.crayocom.cloud.sitefinity.com/about-us/sustainability

We offer competitive salary, outstanding benefits and the potential for advancement through the use of creative abilities. No phone calls please.

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