Lean & Kaizen Intern — Operational Excellence

EnviroLogix Inc.; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Mentorship by experienced pros

Career development opportunities

Team building & networking events

Job summary

EnviroLogix Inc. in Portland, ME invites an Operational Excellence Intern to support continuous improvement initiatives across the site. You will engage in Kaizen fundamentals, process optimization, and team facilitation while contributing to strategic priorities.

The role offers practical experience, mentorship from seasoned professionals, and opportunities to lead impactful projects with exposure to leadership at summer's end.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program (Science, Manufacturing, Engineering or related fields preferred).
• Demonstrate strong analytical and process-oriented mindset.
• Exhibit excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Interest or experience in Lean, Kaizen, or operational excellence methodologies.
• Demonstrate ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Comfortable facilitating discussions and leading small groups.
• Curious, proactive, and eager to learn.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute process improvement initiatives across the business.
• Contribute to Kaizen events and waste walks to eliminate inefficiencies.
• Document and present findings, recommendations and outcomes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency.
• Help build and sustain visual management tools (Daily Boards, Standard Work, trackers).
• Document and present findings to improve efforts.

Skills

Kaizen / Lean mindset

Analytical thinking

Communication

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's or Master's student

Job description

EnviroLogix Inc. in Portland, ME invites an Operational Excellence Intern to support continuous improvement initiatives across the site. You will engage in Kaizen fundamentals, process optimization, and team facilitation while contributing to strategic priorities.

The role offers practical experience, mentorship from seasoned professionals, and opportunities to lead impactful projects with exposure to leadership at summer's end.