Internship Continuous Improvement Manager Jobs in Virginia

When you work at Trex, you’re helping to grow and enhance a true original. You join a company that boldly launched an entire industry… and still leads the way.

As a Trex Continuous Improvement Manager, you’ll be driving performance to the next level by identifying and implementing improvement activities and building and growing a team of CI professionals to improve overall company performance.

As a member of our Operational Excellence team, you’ll be helping us operate more efficiently by executing projects that will create more efficient processes and result in cost savings.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Put safety first – Always!
• Lead and foster our “people first” culture.
• Plan, organize, and lead Kaizen events and process improvement activities. Modified wording and removed redundant bullet below.
• Help build a team of individuals with diverse experience to create the Continuous Improvement department within Trex.
• Work individually and lead teams to complete projects following the 8 step process based on Toyota Production System and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Provide continuous improvement support to production employees and managers as well as other engineering departments.
• Perform value stream mapping and complete value engineering activities. Moved up in the list to flow into next bullet.
• Design, develop, and implement improved workflows.
• Partner with Process Engineering and Production departments to create and update work instructions, visual aids, and standards.
• Train employees in the principles of Lean Manufacturing (5/6S, 8 Wastes, poka yoke) and formal problem-solving techniques.
• Develop and implement CI internship/co-op program.
• Develop and maintain standardized time study documentation and perform time studies.
• Identify opportunities and complete projects in line with annual CI goals.

DIRECT REPORTS

Manage and provide ongoing performance, coaching, and professional development opportunities for a team of 2 – 5 direct reports, including Continuous Improvement Engineer I - III.

JOB LOCATION

Winchester, Virginia, United States

POSITION TYPE

Full-Time/Regular

EXPERIENCE

We are looking for leaders with a bachelor’s degree in science, engineering or other technical field. We need you to have 5+ years’ experience in a manufacturing organization. You'll also need 3+ years of Six Sigma experience to be successful in this role. Experience facilitating kaizen events or lead continuous improvement projects in engineering is preferred

At Trex, we believe in persevering even when there’s no road map, embracing groundbreaking as a way of life. We encourage multiple perspectives and welcome diverse people who problem-solve, adapt, and innovate – always with a firm foundation in safety and integrity.

SALARY

Base Salary Range: $113,000 – $145,000 annually

The salary range provided serves as a general guideline for potential compensation for this position. It reflects the base salary and does not account for other benefits or additional compensation opportunities that may apply. This role is also eligible for further compensation through an annual/sales bonus, in addition to the base salary.

At Trex, individual base salaries are determined based on various factors, including relevant skills, qualifications, experience, and geographic location. We are committed to maintaining pay equity and consider the internal equity of our existing team members when finalizing compensation offers. In addition to competitive pay, Trex offers a comprehensive benefits package, which is detailed below.

BENEFITS & PERKS 

We believe that real effort should be rewarded. We take care of you as part of our Trex family so you can take care of yours. Here are some of the perks beyond the paycheck:

• Time Off: We’ll give you paid holidays and paid vacation.
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Choose from a variety of options. We’ll cover a generous share of the cost. Plus, you can earn lower rates through our wellness program.
• 401(k) With Company Match: Save for your retirement and we’ll match it dollar for dollar.
• Tuition Reimbursement: We’re all about lifting each other to the next level. When you’re ready to get the degree, we’ll pick up part of the tab.
• Training and Education: We offer dozens of options to boost your performance – both online and on-site nearby.
• Stock Purchase Program: Invest in Trex at a discounted price.
• Employee Discount Program: When you make the World’s No. 1 Decking Brand, you’ll probably want to enjoy the finished product yourself. We’ll give you a discount.

WHO WE ARE

Over 30 years ago, our founders created the world’s first high-performance, low-maintenance composite decking and outdoor living products. That entrepreneurial spirit still drives us today as we continue to redefine our industry and lead the way for what’s next in outdoor living. Today, Trex is the world’s #1 brand of sustainability-made, wood-alternative decking, and deck railing – all proudly manufactured in the USA. As a publicly traded company [NYSE: TREX], we take pride in being the largest recycler of plastic film in the country as well as caring for the communities and the planet where we live. We nurture meaningful connections, from local engagement and investment to eco-friendly products and sustainable manufacturing processes.

Everything we do is grounded in our values and guided by our beliefs. We are looking for candidates who embody our core values:

• Do the Right Thing
• Act with Boldness and Authenticity
• Drive Sustainability
• Innovate and Adapt

At Trex, you’ll become part of a diverse yet unified team that sustains the trailblazing spirit and strengths that made Trex the industry leader – learning, adapting, solving and succeeding.

We welcome new ideas and fresh perspectives, and we encourage you to bring your best to help us shape the future of Trex.

CAREER ADVANCEMENT

At Trex, you can take pride in craftsmanship. There’s an art and a science to what we do, and we never stop working to refine and improve. That means no matter how long you’ve been with Trex, you have ongoing opportunities to grow your expertise – enhancing your career, your team and our shared efforts. You will help shape our future.

EEO

Trex is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to these or any other characteristics protected by law.

E-VERIFY

Trex participates in E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. E-Verify is a web-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their employees. For more information, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.