About the role#
This is a 12-week paid summer internship based in Tacoma, Washington. You will gain hands-on experience in manufacturing operations by supporting the Hardie Manufacturing Operating System (HMOS). You will work with production, maintenance, quality, and operations teams to improve process consistency and operational effectiveness.
What you'll do#
- Develop, revise, and standardize operating procedures, one-point lessons, and training materials.
- Support HMOS implementation, including daily management systems, visual management, audits, and process assessments.
- Conduct process observations, collect data, and perform workflow analysis to identify improvement opportunities.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to reduce waste and improve operator usability.
- Lead and complete a summer capstone project focused on standardization, process improvement, or operational effectiveness.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a bachelor's degree program in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Operations Management.
- An anticipated graduation date between December 2027 and May 2029.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0.
- Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles and familiarity with methodologies like PDCA, 5S, A3 problem solving, and statistical analysis.
- Ability to translate complex processes into simple, easy-to-follow procedures.
- Authorization to work in the United States.
Location & details#
- Location: Tacoma, Washington.
- Term: Full-time for 12 weeks during Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Transportation: You must have reliable transportation to and from the work location.
About James Hardie
James Hardie manufactures fiber cement and fiber gypsum building products. The company serves homeowners and building professionals through the production of exterior siding, trim, and backerboard. It maintains operations across North America, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand. The firm is headquartered in Chicago and employs between 5,001 and 10,000 people.
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