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Continuous Improvement Intern

Werner Electric Supply

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Compensation
up to $19/hr
Location
APPLETON, WI
Role Type
Internship
Schedule
Internship
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Continuous Improvement Intern supports Lean initiatives aimed at improving customer satisfaction, sales margins, and operating expenses. Working with a mentor, the intern completes and presents project results while interacting with different business functions. The role offers project management and Lean Six Sigma training, mentorship, networking, and opportunities to shadow departments. The internship is described as a learning position in a corporate environment.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Process ImprovementLean MethodologyValue Stream Mapping

Full job description

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Description Be Yourself. Build Your Career. Be Exceptional Together. At Werner, we're more than an electrical distributor - we're a community that empowers people to grow, innovate, and truly make a difference. Our culture celebrates individuality, encourages creativity, and values each person's voice; creating a space where you can be yourself, connect with others, and build a meaningful career. We believe in balance and flexibility, so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Together, we can make an impact and build something exceptional for our customers, families, communities, and each other. Timeline and Expectations Werner will be posting the internship positions starting in late September which will run through the end of November. We will be selecting candidates to move forward with from HR phone screen to virtual hiring manager interview during this time. Internship Program Executive level mentorship and coaching Company-sponsored project management/Lean Six Sigma training and certification Up to $19 per hour (dependent on year in college) Networking events with internal and external customers and your intern team Individual and group projects that drive change and impactful business results Large-scale Summer long projects in collaboration with fellow interns and business leaders Opportunity to shadow with various departments to help determine your career path Potential for year-long internships and full-time employment post-graduation Job Summary Support Lean initiatives that allow for Werner to improve customer satisfaction, improve sales margins levels and/or reduce operating expenses. This position is a learning position where the intern will have an opportunity to test skills learned in the classroom, learn skills/techniques from industry professionals, and experience a corporate environment. Projects will be assigned and while working with a mentor, it is expected that the project will be completed, and results of the project will be presented. The goal is to have the intern deliver tangible results while interacting with different functional areas within the business. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Work with all levels of employees within the organization to identify and eliminate process waste, initiate sustainable process improvement activities, and provide hands-on training and technical support. Formalize and administer continuous improvement activities that will drive Lean methodology throughout the organization. Direct, coordinate, and actively participate in Value Stream events, resulting in the documentation of current and future state mapping. Ensure... For full info follow application link. Werner Electric Supply is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/B611E0F2BA054008

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