Crusoe is on a mission to accelerate the abundance of energy and intelligence. As the only vertically integrated AI infrastructure company built from the ground up, we own and operate each layer of the stack — from electrons to tokens — to power the world's most ambitious AI workloads. When you join Crusoe, you join a team that is building the future, faster.

We're in the midst of the greatest industrial revolution of our time. The demand for AI compute is boundless, and power is a bottleneck. We're solving that — with an energy-first approach that makes AI infrastructure better for the world and faster for the people innovating with AI.

We're looking for problem-solving, opportunity-finding teammates with a sense of urgency, who believe in the scale of our ambition and thrive on a path not fully paved — people who want to grow their careers alongside a team of experts across energy, manufacturing, data center construction, and cloud services.

If you want to do the most meaningful work of your career, help our customers and partners advance their AI strategies, and be part of a high-performing team that believes in each other, come build with us at Crusoe.

About This Role:

Crusoe is looking for a Continuous Improvement Lead to help build smarter ways of working across our manufacturing operations. In this highly visible role, you’ll partner with teams across operations, engineering, quality, materials, and leadership — turning data into insights, streamlining processes, and leading Kaizen events and digital tools that move the needle on Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, and Cost.

This is a great fit for someone who likes solving complex problems, empowering teams, and turning strategic goals into measurable results. You’ll have real room to introduce new ideas and build improvements that last, in a collaborative environment where curiosity and development are part of the culture.

What You’ll Be Working On:

• Lean & ITM Leadership: Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and ITM principles supported by digital technologies

• Culture of Excellence: Partner with cross-functional teams to foster a culture of operational excellence and continuous learning

• Kaizen Facilitation: Facilitate Kaizen events utilizing tools such as 5S, visual management, daily management, and value stream mapping

• KPI & Performance Reporting: Develop and maintain KPI visibility through dashboards and performance reviews

• Process Digitization: Drive the digitization of manual processes using Power Apps and other low-code technologies

• Productivity & Cost Optimization: Lead productivity and cost optimization initiatives through data-driven analysis and problem-solving

• Coaching & Development: Coach teams and leaders in Lean methodologies, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement practices

• ITM Assessment Support: Support ITM assessments, action plans, and the implementation of standardized ways of working

What You’ll Bring to the Team:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or a related field

• Experience: 2+ years of experience in manufacturing, engineering, quality, materials, operations, or process improvement environments

• CI Leadership: Experience leading Kaizen events, continuous improvement projects, or operational excellence initiatives

• Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving skills with experience facilitating root cause analysis and corrective actions

• Stakeholder Influence: Experience influencing stakeholders and collaborating across multiple functions and organizational levels

• Safety and Compliance: Position is designated a safety-sensitive position located in safety-sensitive facilities. Mandatory participation in company safety, background check, drug, and alcohol programs is required.

Bonus Points:

• Lean/Six Sigma Certification: Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement certification

• ITM Experience: Experience with ITM or similar operating systems

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation and equity packages

• Restricted Stock Units

• Paid time off, paid holidays & leave of absence programs

• Comprehensive health, dental & vision insurance

• Employer contributions to HSA account

• Paid parental leave

• Paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability

• Professional development & tuition reimbursement

• Mental health & wellness support

• Commuter benefits (parking & transit)

• Cell phone stipend

• 401(k) Retirement plan with company match up to 4% of salary

• Volunteer time off

• Global travel insurance & emergency assistance

• Daily meals allowance

• Additional perks & programs specific to location

Compensation Range

Compensation will be paid in the range of up to $70,000 -$80,000 + Bonus. Restricted Stock Units are included in all offers. Compensation to be determined by the applicant's knowledge, education, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. (#INDMFG)

Crusoe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/ orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.