Intern, Industrial Engineering/Supply Chain

James Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions, with a portfolio that includes fiber cement, fiber gypsum, composite and PVC decking and railing products. Our family of trusted brands includes Hardie, TimberTech, AZEK Exteriors, Versatex, fermacell, and StruXure. S. operating entities headquartered in Chicago, we boast 31 operating sites, 6 recycling facilities, and 6 research and development centers globally. Powered by a dynamic workforce, we're united by our purpose of Building a Better Future for All™ through sustainable innovation, a Zero Harm culture, and a commitment to empowering our people and communities. As a James Hardie intern, you will gain hands-on experience in your chosen field while contributing to meaningful projects that drive business results. Our 12-week paid internship program is designed to provide real-world industry exposure, strengthen your professional and technical skills, and help prepare you for a successful career. Internship Objective Gain practical experience in Lean manufacturing, problem solving, employee engagement, and continuous improvement. Support the continued development and deployment of HMOS across the manufacturing site. Complete and present an HMOS improvement project that identifies an opportunity, implements improvements, and demonstrates measurable results. Participate in Gemba walks, Lean workshops, and continuous improvement activities to identify and implement process improvements. Analyze operational data to identify trends, improvement opportunities, and performance gaps. Collaborate with operators, supervisors, leaders, and cross-functional teams to support site initiatives and improvement projects. Ensuring timely completion and measurable results for assigned continuous improvement projects. Present project outcomes, recommendations, and key learnings to site leadership and stakeholders . Currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in a relevant discipline at an accredited university, with an anticipated graduation date between December 2027 and May 2029 (rising junior or rising senior). Strong academic performance with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Available to work full-time for 12 weeks during summer 2027. Target majors: Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Engineering Management, Supply Chain Management, Business Analytics, and Industrial/Manufacturing Technology, Business Management / Business Administration with a focus on Lean, Continuous Improvement, or Operations. Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills. As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay scale for this position is $20 to $25 per hour. Full-time work experience and competitive pay Meaningful projects with business impact Networking opportunities and skill development This role is an opportunity to join the AZEK Group, LLC, a part of the James Hardie Building Products family of companies, where you'll contribute to a culture driven by growth, collaboration, and meaningful impact. James Hardie Building Products Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, veteran's status, marital status, pregnancy, disability, or any other basis protected by law. James Hardie will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, in accordance with its plans and policies.