Continuous Improvement Coordinator

Jump Recruitment Specialists; Labrador City; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A mining company in Labrador City is seeking a Continuous Improvement Coordinator to enhance operational excellence. This role involves leading improvement initiatives focused on safety and efficiency, using lean methodologies. Ideal candidates will have post-secondary education in engineering and 3-5 years' experience in heavy industry. The position offers a supportive work environment emphasizing cultural change and employee engagement.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in heavy industry.
• Strong knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience facilitating root cause analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement projects for safety and productivity.
• Apply problem-solving tools to eliminate waste and improve efficiency.
• Monitor operational data for improvement opportunities.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Problem-solving

Data analysis

Project management

Education

Post-secondary education in Engineering or related field

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Overview

Jump Recruitment, on behalf of our client, Tacora Resources, is seeking to fill a Continuous Improvement Coordinator to join their team in Labrador West, NL.

Why TACORA?

Tacora Resources Inc. (Tacora) is an innovative iron ore mining and development company, with our processing facility located at Scully Mine in Wabush, NL, Canada, servicing high demand from customers throughout Europe, the Middle East and Asia. As a Tacora Resources employee, you will become part of a supportive, performance-driven, highly engaged, dynamic environment. We focus on creating a work environment where employees can utilize their skills and knowledge while maintaining a team-based, inclusive approach to meeting greater challenges. We maintain straight lines of communication between our operations and management, so we can move collectively toward achieving our goals. With our core values as the foundation of our Canadian operations, we are passionate about innovation, and we are excited about our future. We are collaborative in our approach to projects and with our entrepreneurial spirit, we aim to dig deeper and reach higher. We are innovative, turning obstacles into opportunities - and we do it all in ways that are safe and sustainable. We place the highest priority on employee safety, protecting the environment, and enhancing the development of the communities where we operate. At TACORA, we are a team.

At TACORA, we are committed to ensuring an inclusive and diverse work environment. You will be provided with the opportunity to expand your knowledge and skillset working alongside dedicated employees from a variety of backgrounds and cultures.

We are seeking a Continuous Improvement Coordinator to join our team. Please note that this position is based in Labrador West. This position is not eligible for Fly-In Fly-Out (FIFO) arrangements. The work schedule is Monday-Friday.

Responsibilities and expectations

Position Summary:

The Continuous Improvement (CI) Coordinator is responsible for driving operational excellence across all areas of the facility. This role focuses on identifying, developing, and implementing improvement initiatives that enhance safety, reliability, efficiency, and cost performance. Working closely with cross-functional teams, the CI Coordinator will apply lean methodologies, root cause analysis, and data-driven decision-making to sustain long-term performance improvements.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead, facilitate, and support continuous improvement projects focused on safety, productivity, quality, and cost reduction.
• Apply lean, Six Sigma, and problem-solving tools to eliminate waste, reduce downtime, and improve process efficiency.
• Monitor and analyze operational data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Support departments in developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), best practices, and process documentation.
• Facilitate root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective action implementation for repeat failures and chronic issues.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement by coaching frontline staff, supervisors, and managers in CI tools and techniques.
• Develop and track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure progress of initiatives and sustain improvements.
• Assist with change management activities to ensure adoption and sustainability of new processes and practices.
• Collaborate with all departments to align improvement projects with organizational goals.
• Prepare reports and presentations to communicate project outcomes and performance results to leadership.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in Engineering, Industrial Technology, Operations Management, or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in heavy industry (mining, steel, oil & gas, pulp & paper, or manufacturing).
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies (certification preferred).
• Experience facilitating RCA (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone, TapRooT, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills to engage all levels of the workforce.
• Proficiency in MS Office and data analysis tools (Excel, Power BI, or similar).
• Demonstrated ability to drive cultural change and foster employee engagement in CI initiatives.

License:

• Driver's License (Required)

Apply in Confidence:

Only those candidates being considered for an interview will be contacted. Interested and qualified candidates should submit their resume & cover letter to:

Tonya Guilfoyle | Senior Recruiter & HR Consultant | [e-mail]

Jump Recruitment Specialists | www.jumpcareers.ca

At Jump Recruitment we recognize the value of diversity and are committed to making intentional steps toward building inclusive teams that better reflect the communities Jump Recruitment and the organizations we serve operate within. We believe that inclusion is not just about making room at the table but about seeking out talent through a diversity lens and letting everyone know that their unique perspectives are important contributions to building stronger workplaces in a changing world.

We encourage all qualified candidates to apply for our posted positions. We welcome candidates to self-identify or make our recruitment team aware of any potential accommodation they may need during the recruitment process.

This opportunity is only available for candidates legally entitled to work in Canada. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates being considered for an interview will be contacted.