CI Coordinator

Continuous Improvement (CI) Coordinator – Fife, WA

Job Description

Shift: Swing Shift

Pay Range: $32.00 - $35.00 per hour

Position Summary: Milgard Windows and Doors, part of MITER Brands, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Continuous Improvement (CI) Coordinator to support our facility's operational excellence initiatives. This role is responsible for coordinating process improvement activities that drive safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost performance throughout the operation. Working closely with plant leadership and cross‑functional teams, the CI Coordinator will help identify improvement opportunities, facilitate Lean Manufacturing activities, track project progress, analyze operational data, and support a culture of continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate is passionate about problem‑solving, process optimization, employee engagement, and operational excellence and is eager to make a measurable impact in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

About MITER Brands: MITER Brands is one of the nation’s largest manufacturers of residential windows and doors, with a family of leading brands serving homeowners, builders, dealers, and commercial partners throughout North America. Driven by innovation, operational excellence, and a commitment to exceptional customer experiences, MITER Brands designs and manufactures high‑quality products that help make homes safer, more comfortable, and more energy efficient.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in fostering a culture where team members are empowered to contribute ideas, solve problems, and continuously improve the way we work.

• Support facility Continuous Improvement initiatives focused on improving safety, quality, productivity, efficiency, and operational performance.
• Identify, document, and evaluate process improvement opportunities through direct observation, employee feedback, and data analysis.
• Coordinate Continuous Improvement projects that align with operational goals and business objectives.
• Facilitate and support Kaizen events, process improvement workshops, and structured problem‑solving activities.
• Assist with process mapping, time studies, waste identification, root cause analysis, and improvement implementation.
• Utilize Continuous Improvement tools including A3 Problem Solving, 5 Why Analysis, and RHEO Smart Video technology to support process enhancements.
• Track improvement opportunities, project timelines, action items, and results to ensure sustainability and accountability.

• Coordinate project schedules, meetings, communications, and follow‑up activities.
• Maintain project documentation, performance metrics, and Continuous Improvement records.
• Monitor project milestones and communicate progress updates to facility leadership and stakeholders.
• Assist teams in identifying and removing barriers to successful implementation.
• Escalate issues as needed to maintain project momentum and achieve desired outcomes.
• Collect, organize, and analyze data to measure project effectiveness and operational impact.

• Support the delivery of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement training programs.
• Assist with onboarding employees to CI tools, methodologies, and expectations.
• Encourage employee participation in improvement initiatives, suggestion programs, and problem‑solving activities.
• Partner with leaders to recognize and celebrate successful improvement efforts.
• Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, innovation, and continuous learning.

• Gather, analyze, and present operational data to support business decisions and improvement efforts.
• Develop reports, dashboards, visual management tools, and performance scorecards.
• Track and report productivity improvements, cost savings, quality enhancements, and project outcomes.
• Provide data‑driven recommendations to support operational excellence initiatives.

• Support plant safety programs and maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.
• Participate in audits, assessments, and…