Lean Construction Coordinator

Van Meter Inc.; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Van Meter Inc. is seeking a Lean Construction Coordinator for Interstates to support job-site material coordination, ordering, receiving, and agile construction practices. You will liaise between Van Meter, Interstates, and site crews while upholding safety and continuous improvement initiatives.

The role emphasizes collaboration with sales, operations, and field teams, delivering parts, tools, and support to ensure efficient jobsite operations across deployments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous customer service experience required.
• Previous distribution center experience preferred.
• Ability to lift 70 lbs. on a consistent basis.
• Forklift operating experience required.
• Deployment to jobsites throughout the United States for extended periods of time.
• Minimum 2 year commitment required.
• Demonstrated computer skills.
• Knowledge of Eclipse preferred.
• Knowledge of handheld RF scanner is a plus.
• Ability to operate lift truck equipment.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all company safety policies and initiatives.
• Complete returns for parts and tools from the jobsite.
• Maintain jobsite inventory.
• Complete parts and tools requests through ordering, receiving and shipping.
• Conduct product and tool cleaning, inspection, and storage at the jobsite.
• Work closely with Inside Sales and Purchasing.
• Provide customer service and support as main contact between Van Meter and Interstates.
• Set up and relocate fabrication stations/areas.
• Clean, stock and remove excess material from work areas.
• Deliver parts and tools to needed areas of jobsite.
• Receive and distribute deliveries as needed.
• Keep Connex and laydown yard clean and orderly.
• Clean, charge and/or fuel lifts and generators.
• General jobsite housekeeping.
• Assemble lights and other assemblies before installation.
• Take part in keeping office and break trailers clean and orderly.
• Responsibly manage expense associated with travel and working in the field.
• General help with crew members when needed.

Skills

Customer service

Safety awareness

Communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Time management

Detail oriented

Self-motivated

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Eclipse

RF scanner

Forklift operation

Job description

Description

Summary:

The Lean Construction Coordinator for Interstates plays a crucial role in supporting our purpose of being our customers' competitive advantage by facilitating the needs of the customer's job site. This includes, but is not limited to ordering material, receiving material at jobsite, providing material coordination and agile construction practices to the jobsite. This individual is an important liason between Van Meter sales, operations, and Interstates in the field. This person exemplifies all safe work practices. This individual promotes our culture, our 5 P's and our purpose to be our customer's competitive advantage.

Key Responsibilities & Essential Functions:

• Adhere to all company safety policies and initiatives
• Complete returns for parts and tools from the jobsite
• Maintain jobsite inventory
• Complete parts and tools requests through ordering, receiving and shipping
• Conduct product and tool cleaning, inspection, and storage at the jobsite
• Work closely with Inside Sales and Purchasing
• Provide customer service and support as main contact between Van Meter and Interstates
• Set up and relocate fabrication stations/areas
• Clean, stock and remove excess material from work areas
• Deliver parts and tools to needed areas of jobsite
• Receive and distribute deliveries as needed
• Keep Connex and laydown yard clean and orderly
• Clean, charge and/or fuel lifts and generators
• General jobsite housekeeping
• Assemble lights and other assemblies before installation
• Take part in keeping office and break trailers clean and orderly
• Responsibly manage expense associated with travel and working in the field
• General help with crew members when needed

Requirements

Critical Success Factors:

• Ability to work collaboratively with all areas of the job site
• Ability to learn, grow, and adapt to change
• Ability to effectively communicate with outside vendors and customers
• Execute duties with the highest regard for safety, continuous improvement, and cost reduction
• Ability to successfully work independently and in a team environment
• Strong work ethic with a positive attitude
• Willingness to give and receive constructive feedback
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong problem solving ability
• Ability to analyze workload and establish priorities with time sensitive deadlines
• Self-motivated
• Dependable
• Detail orientated
• Ability to stay on task
• Drive for continuous improvement
• Advocate for Van Meter

Job Requirements/Specifications:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Previous customer service experience required
• Previous distribution center experience preferred
• Ability to lift 70 lbs. on a consistent basis
• Ability to operate lift truck equipment
• Ability to work an extended shift to complete work tasks as needed
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time
• Demonstrated computer skills
• Knowledge of Eclipse preferred
• Knowledge of handheld RF scanner is a plus
• Forklift operating experience required
• Deployment to jobsites throughout the United States for extended periods of time
• Minimum 2 year commitment required

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

• Consistently standing, walking, lifting, and working indoors
• Frequently carrying, pushing, bending at the waist, twisting upper body, reaching, working with hands and fingers, vision acuity near and far, depth perception, field of vision, vision adjustment, color vision, team lifting, working with others, cold, heat, and temperature changes
• Sometimes sitting, climbing, balancing, kneeling, crouching, talking, hearing, driving, works alone, non-standard work shift, extended day, humid, noise, works outdoors, and mechanical hazards
• Occasionally crawling, customer contact, wet, vibration, confined area, high places, fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, and poor ventilation

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by an incumbent. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of activities, duties or responsibilities. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

Several factors are considered in making compensation decisions at Van Meter; including but not limited to education, skill sets, work experience and training, and other business and organizational needs. Please note that compensation may be below the lower end of the range when the minimum requirements of the role are not met and the higher end is reserved for candidates with extensive experience and qualifications that exceed the requirements of the role.

Van Meter offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, pet insurance, company paid life and disability insurance, paid time off including holidays, 401(k) with company match and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan.