Emerging Leaders in Manufacturing: Early Career Rotations

HNI Corporation; Muscatine (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Leadership rotation

Career development

Competitive compensation

Excellent benefits

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

HNI Corporation in Muscatine, IA is launching its Early Career Development Program (ECDP), a two-year cross-functional rotation designed to build leadership and lean manufacturing skills starting January 2027 or June 2027.

Participants will rotate through manufacturing, product development, quality, supply chain and front-line leadership, with mentoring, feedback and growth opportunities across the organization.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations, Organizational/Business Management or applicable discipline, is preferred.
• Lean manufacturing experience strongly preferred/desired.
• Minimum 2.8 GPA
• High academic achievement in education pursuits
• Self-starter who thrives on problem-solving and embraces change
• Strong leadership characteristics and active in college activities
• Ability to work in a cross-functional team environment
• Dedicated team-player, strong communication, interpersonal and time-management skills
• Adaptable and flexible

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to department members to achieve daily customer satisfaction by delivering safety, quality, delivery, cost, and culture goals.
• Coordinate with support groups on capacity, materials flow, and equipment readiness.
• Participates in activities as appropriate to ensure the success of the organization.
• Support Continuous Improvement initiatives by participating in Rapid Continuous Improvement Events, project teams, focus groups, and other assignments.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Four-year degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations, Organizational/Business Management or applicable discipline

Job description

HNI Corporation in Muscatine, IA is launching its Early Career Development Program (ECDP), a two-year cross-functional rotation designed to build leadership and lean manufacturing skills starting January 2027 or June 2027.

Participants will rotate through manufacturing, product development, quality, supply chain and front-line leadership, with mentoring, feedback and growth opportunities across the organization.