Continuous Improvement Specialist

Crocodile Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Crocodile Inc. is seeking a Continuous Improvement Specialist to drive process enhancements within our Columbus-area manufacturing operations. You will analyze data, lead cross-functional improvement projects, and advance operations leadership while traveling locally for site visits and initiatives.

The role emphasizes Lean Six Sigma methods, process mapping, and stakeholder collaboration to standardize practices and deliver measurable performance gains.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in continuous improvement.
• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or a related field.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma, process mapping, root cause analysis, Kaizen facilitation, statistical process control, data analysis, project management, change management, and stakeholder communication.

Responsibilities

• Optimize manufacturing processes to improve performance and efficiency.
• Conduct root cause analysis and develop corrective actions.
• Analyze operational data and monitor key performance indicators.
• Facilitate Kaizen events and cross-functional improvement initiatives.
• Create and maintain process maps and standardized procedures.
• Manage improvement projects and support change management activities.
• Drive process standardization across manufacturing operations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and travel locally for site visits and improvement initiatives as needed.

Skills

Continuous improvement

Root cause analysis

Data analysis

Kaizen facilitation

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or related field

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

The Continuous Improvement Specialist supports manufacturing operations as an individual contributor embedded within a cross-functional team. This role drives process improvement initiatives through data analysis, structured problem-solving, and collaboration across functions, with occasional local travel for site visits and improvement activities. The position offers opportunities to lead improvement projects, advance toward program management, develop operational leadership capabilities, and pursue technical excellence.

Responsibilities

• Optimize manufacturing processes to improve performance and efficiency.
• Conduct root cause analysis and develop corrective actions.
• Analyze operational data and monitor key performance indicators.
• Facilitate Kaizen events and cross-functional improvement initiatives.
• Create and maintain process maps and standardized procedures.
• Manage improvement projects and support change management activities.
• Drive process standardization across manufacturing operations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and travel locally for site visits and improvement initiatives as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in continuous improvement.
• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or a related field.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma, process mapping, root cause analysis, Kaizen facilitation, statistical process control, data analysis, project management, change management, and stakeholder communication.