Continuous Improvement Coordinator

Framatome-North-America; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary discussed per market

Health & Wellness

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Framatome is seeking a Continuous Improvement Coordinator to drive operational excellence within a Product Center in Richland, WA. You will develop insights, lead structured problem solving, and embed Lean practices to improve manufacturing efficiency while protecting product integrity.

You will train staff, facilitate QRQC and RCA/8D processes, monitor KPIs (OEE, CAP health), and deliver data-driven recommendations to site leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field; equivalent work experience considered.
• Minimum of 6 years of related experience in continuous improvement.
• Knowledge of Lean tools, problem solving, and operational excellence metrics.
• Excellent communication and collaboration across levels.

Responsibilities

• Develop insights and lead structured problem-solving to improve operations.
• Embed Lean practices to deliver timely, value-added changes.
• Coach and train staff on operational excellence topics and tools.
• Facilitate RCA/8D/A3 processes and monitor CAP backlog and effectiveness.
• Produce data-driven KPIs and present recommendations to leadership.

Skills

Lean tools

Problem solving

Data analysis

Operational excellence

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

QRQC

FMEA

Job description

Why This Role Is Critical

As the need for nuclear energy grows, the future couldn’t be brighter. Join our vital mission to create lasting solutions for our planet’s greatest challenges. In this role, you are ready to shape the future of clean energy and make a long-lasting global impact. With us, anticipate engaging and challenging projects that deliver innovative solutions and value-added technologies helping power more than 38 million North American homes.

What You’ll Do Day-To-Day

As a Continuous Improvement Coordinator, you will develop insights, lead structured problem-solving, and support disciplined execution of operational excellence methods that protect product integrity while improving manufacturing efficiency. Your work directly contributes to Framatome’s commitment to safe, reliable, carbon-free nuclear energy.

In this role, you will be embedded directly within your assigned Product Center, partnering daily with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and OPEX. You will receive functional guidance from the Quality organization to ensure consistency, methodology discipline, and standardization across the site. This hybrid structure strengthens ownership, accelerates problem-solving, and supports long-term reliability improvements.

Under moderate supervision, you will:

• assist management in the development of a vision to systematically improve business operations on an on-going basis.
• develop a continuous improvement culture using Lean tools in a pragmatic manner to implement timely, value-added change within the business.
• provide leadership in driving culture changes needed to build support & participation in operational improvement initiatives.
• drive increased visibility of operational waste and ineffectiveness with an objective of chartering and implementing actions to address these issues.

What You'll Do Day-to-Day:

• Conduct trainingand coaching of the manufacturing staff and leadership team on operational excellence topics and tools.
• Facilitate and coach QRQC sessions to ensure rapid, structured problem response within the Product Center.
• Lead or support disciplined RCA/8D/A3 problem-solving activities, including containment, root cause identification, and action verification.
• Monitor corrective action program (CAP) backlog, evaluation quality, timeliness, and effectiveness; identify systemic trends and recurring issues.
• Perform trending and analysis of weak signals, observations, SFIs, and performance indicators to detect emerging risks early.
• Collect, validate, and analyze KPIs (OEE, FPA, CAP health, CONQ, quality metrics) to produce clear, data-driven insights and recommendations for Product Center leadership.
• Serve as the Product Center’s subject matter expert and primary facilitator for FMEA/FMEZ, ensuring risk analyses remain current and effective.
• Promote Human Performance principles and tools across operations; integrate error-prevention techniques into procedures and corrective actions.
• Lead or coordinate small Continuous Improvement activities, Kaizens, and waste-reduction projects tailored to each Product Center.
• Provide routine performance reporting and insights through dashboards, commentary, and periodic review cadences.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field. Equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• Minimum of 6 years of related experience.
• Knowledge of related engineering standards, processes, tools, techniques and criteria.
• Ability to simplify complex topics and connect with operational context.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement processes, methods and metrics.
• Excellent communication skills with ability to work effectively with all levels of staff and management.
• Ability to develop and maintain good interpersonal relationships; work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Ability to lead, motivate and effect change.

Total Rewards Package

• Salary: $94,000 - $127,000, and may also include annual incentives and performance bonuses. The base salary range is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location.
• Health & Wellness: Multiple medical plan options, dental & vision coverage, life insurance, long- and short-term disability, and optional supplemental plans (critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, dependent life).
• Retirement: 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid Time Off: Up to 3 weeks of vacation, 8 sick days, and 13 paid holidays annually.
• Extra Perks: Lifestyle spending account, employer paid mental health support, education reimbursement, professional development opportunities, adoption assistance, parental leave, and employee assistance programs.

About Framatome

Framatome has been shaping the future of nuclear energy in the U.S. for more than 60 years. Framatome Inc. is headquartered in Lynchburg, Virginia, with more than 2,400+ employees across North America supporting nearly every nuclear plant in the nation.

From our facilities in Virginia, Washington, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts and beyond, we deliver outage services, advanced nuclear fuel technologies, and next-gen reactor innovations that keep the lights on.

At Framatome, you will join a global team committed to creating reliable, carbon-free energy. Here, you can:

• Solve complex nuclear challenges that directly impact the climate.
• Build your career through technical fellowships, leadership roles, and global opportunities.
• Do your best work in a culture that values safety, innovation, and well-being.

Framatome is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.

Offers are contingent on background check and drug screen (where applicable). Positions may involve access to information subject to U.S. export control regulations; applicants must meet eligibility requirements (see DOE810AppendixA).