Lean Coordinator

Everburn Manufacturing Inc. is a leading U.S. producer of ceramic logs, panels, pebbles, and embers for the gas fireplace industry. Our products are trusted by top hearth brands across North America.

We’re growing, and we’re looking for a Lean Coordinator who thrives on solving problems, improving processes, and helping teams work smarter. If you love continuous improvement and want to see your ideas implemented on the production floor, this is the role for you.

Position Summary

The Lean Coordinator will champion continuous improvement across our manufacturing operations, working closely with management and production teams to eliminate waste, streamline processes, and foster a culture of efficiency and teamwork.

You’ll operate with autonomy, take initiative, and be hands-on in driving projects that make a measurable difference in safety, quality, and productivity.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute Lean/Continuous Improvement (CI) projects throughout the facility.
• Facilitate Kaizen events, 5S initiatives, and setup reduction activities.
• Implement and manage Kanban and constraint management systems.
• Partner with team leads to identify and remove process waste.
• Train and mentor employees in Lean principles and problem-solving methods.
• Track project results, measure ROI, and report improvements to management.
• Coordinate with materials and production teams to ensure smooth inventory and supply flow.
• Conduct follow-up reviews to ensure sustained improvements.
• Support customer satisfaction efforts by addressing quality concerns and process gaps.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Business, Engineering, Industrial Technology, or related field (Bachelor’s preferred).
• 5 years of experience leading Lean Manufacturing or CI projects in a production environment.
• Proven ability to facilitate cross-functional teams and drive measurable improvements.
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience with tools such as Value Stream Mapping, Root Cause Analysis, and Standard Work.
• Certification in Lean or Six Sigma (preferred but not required).

Why You’ll Love Working Here

We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a team culture built around respect, innovation, and collaboration.

Benefits include:

• 401(k) with company match
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Employee discounts
• Disability and employee assistance programs
• Career growth and advancement opportunities

Join Our Team

If you’re ready to make a direct impact on how things get done, help build better processes, and grow with an industry leader — we want to hear from you.

Apply online or send your resume to hr@everburnmfg.com.
(Please, no phone calls.)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $25