Continuous Improvement Coordinator

About Us

You may not know our name, but you know our products. What we make is part of the places where we live, work, and play – all day, every day. Zekelman is a family of companies — 100% domestic manufacturers — with a legacy dating back to 1877. We’re proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development. We believe in what we build and what we build, builds the world around us: hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports, and more.

About the Role

The Continuous Improvement Coordinator supports the organization’s continuous improvement efforts by analyzing processes, identifying opportunities, and coordinating initiatives that enhance efficiency, quality, and overall performance. This role works across departments to ensure improvements align with business goals and foster a culture of excellence.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and track continuous improvement projects from planning to completion.
• Develop, coordinate, and deliver training programs focused on process improvement, safety, and operational excellence.
• Collect and analyze data to identify inefficiencies, root causes, and opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborate with department leaders to identify training needs, implement process changes, and standard practices.
• Facilitate meetings, training sessions, and improvement workshops.
• Monitor results of improvement efforts and prepare progress and performance reports.
• Document improvement activities, including project timelines, outcomes, and savings.
• Assist in developing and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Ensure compliance with company policies and relevant regulations.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, Industrial Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Prior experience in process improvement, project coordination, or operations preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; knowledge of project management or data analysis tools a plus.
• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, 5S, or other improvement methodologies preferred.
• Ability to work effectively with employees at all levels of the organization.

Core Competencies

• Strong organizational and project coordination abilities.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Results-driven with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Adaptability and willingness to embrace change.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits.
• Tuition assistance program.
• Bonus plan.
• 401(k) plan with a generous company match and immediate vesting.