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Croda

Continuous Improvement Specialist

Croda

. Lead the management of the Continuous Improvement pipeline, including the identification, evaluation, prioritization, monitoring, and sustainment of industrial opportunities .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeCampinas • BrazilMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in Continuous Improvement methodologies and Operational Excellence, with a strong focus on safety, quality, and productivity in industrial environments. Proficient in data analysis and performance monitoring to drive sustainable operational enhancements.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Continuous ImprovementOperational ExcellenceLean ManufacturingGreen Belt CertificationData Analysis

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Hard Skills
Structured Problem-SolvingProcess Improvement Methodologies5 WhysIshikawaA3KaizenDMAICPerformance Indicators ManagementProject ManagementSustainability Monitoring
Soft Skills
TrainingMentoringCollaborationFacilitationCommunication
Tools & Technologies
Continuous Improvement ToolsManagement SystemsVisual Management
Certifications & Qualifications
Green Belt CertificationBlack Belt Certification
Industry Keywords
Chemical EngineeringPharmaceutical ManufacturingFood ManufacturingContinuous-Process ManufacturingOperational Sustainability

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead the management of the Continuous Improvement pipeline, including the identification, evaluation, prioritization, monitoring, and sustainment of industrial opportunities
  • Execute strategic Continuous Improvement projects focused on safety, quality, productivity, reliability, costs, and operational sustainability
  • Serve as the point of contact between Site Operations and the Improvement Office
  • Develop, implement, and maintain Continuous Improvement methods, models, procedures, standards, and tools
  • Lead and develop project leaders through training and mentoring
  • Facilitate structured analyses and problem-solving processes, supporting the identification of root causes and sustainable solutions
  • Serve as a technical reference for Operational Excellence methodologies
  • Train leaders, supervisors, engineers, and other professionals in Continuous Improvement tools
  • Work collaboratively with Production, Maintenance, Logistics, Process Engineering, Quality Control, Engineering, Product Development, and SHE teams
  • Promote the use of performance indicators and data analysis to support decision-making and initiative prioritization
  • Support the implementation and evolution of management systems, visual management, and leadership routines
  • Monitor project results, ensuring benefits capture, sustainability of gains, and the dissemination of best practices

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemical Production Engineering, or a related engineering field
  • Green Belt or Black Belt certification
  • Intermediate English proficiency
  • Experience in an industrial environment, preferably in the chemical, pharmaceutical, food, or continuous-process manufacturing sectors
  • Experience with Continuous Improvement, Operational Excellence, Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, or similar initiatives
  • Experience applying structured problem-solving and process-improvement methodologies, such as 5 Whys, Ishikawa, A3, Kaizen, and DMAIC
  • Experience managing performance indicators, analyzing data, and monitoring action plans

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Profit-Sharing Program
  • Health insurance with 20% copayment, private-room coverage, and no waiting periods
  • Dental insurance
  • Pharmacy benefit
  • Life insurance
  • Stock Plan
  • Private pension plan
  • Employee Assistance Program with telephone support for psychological, legal, and financial matters
  • Meal voucher