Continuous Improvement Intern

Building People that Build the world.

With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement, SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer, more efficient, sustainable world. Through our RiSE talent development framework, we Reach, Identify, Strengthen, and Engage our employees to support them in their continued development. We're a global company of problem solvers, collaborators, and innovators, and our businesses build solutions that impact the world.

How you will make an Impact (Job Summary)

SPX is a diverse team of unique individuals who all make an impact. The Continuous Improvement Intern will play a key role in enhancing manufacturing processes through the application of Lean methodologies. The intern will focus on analyzing current workflows, identifying inefficiencies, and implementing improvements to boost productivity. This role provides hands-on experience on the plant floor and exposure to cross-functional collaboration within the manufacturing environment.

What you can expect in this role (Job Responsibilities)

While each day brings new opportunities at SPX, your core responsibilities will be:

• Assignment Objectives:
• Conduct time studies for assembly lines and other manufacturing processes.
• Develop standardized work procedures for assembly lines.
• Identify waste within manufacturing processes and contribute to problem-solving initiatives.
• Actively participate in structured Kaizen events.
• Key Training Objectives:
• Learn and apply Lean tools and concepts effectively.
• Build communication skills to engage with team members across various organizational levels.
• Develop leadership abilities by managing projects and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Gain experience in overseeing cross-functional projects from initiation to completion.
• Measurable Impact Potential:
• Increase assembly productivity by eliminating waste and implementing standardized work procedures.

What we are looking for (Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education)

We each bring something to the table, and we are looking for someone who has:

Required Experience

• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in project management and multitasking.
• Strong problem-solving capabilities and attention to detail.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience with Project Management, Lean Manufacturing, and Process Management.

Education & Certifications

• Currently pursuing an Engineering degree (preferred focus on process or industrial engineering).

Travel & Working Environment

• 70% of the time will be spent on the plant floor, with additional time allocated to computer-based work.
• No travel required

How we live our culture

Our culture is at the center of what we do and, more importantly, who we are. Our core values set a standard for how we manage ourselves, and our Leadership Model sets the standard for how we engage with each other. Whether you are an individual contributor or you lead a large team, each of us leads at SPX.

Our commitment to embrace diversity to build a culture of inclusion at SPX

We value different backgrounds, experiences, and voices at SPX, and we are committed to challenging ourselves, openly communicating, and striving to improve every day. We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where everyone has a voice and is encouraged to realize their fullest potential.

SPX is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to making selection decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.

ABOUT SPX

SPX is a diversified, global supplier of infrastructure equipment with scalable growth platforms in heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), detection and measurement, and engineered solutions. With operations in 17 countries and approximately $2.2 billion in annual revenue, we offer a wide array of highly engineered products with strong brands.

SPX TOTAL REWARDS

At SPX, what's in it for our employees transcends market-competitive compensation and benefits. Our Total Rewards program also includes opportunities for employees' personal development, career growth, and recognition. These programs focus on alignment and assessment of organizational, team, and individual efforts toward achieving business results. Our development and career growth programs empower our employees to enhance their skills, develop new competencies, and pursue career goals. SPX benefits package provides choices designed to help employees manage their well-being. Our compensation programs are performance-based to recognize and reward employees who work hard, display the values and leadership practices we embrace, and deliver exceptional results.

OUR VALUES

• Integrity
• Accountability
• Excellence
• Teamwork
• Results

At SPX, our values are at the heart of everything we do. We use our values every day to help us make the right decisions. We embrace a common purpose and strive for improvement. We respect and value each other as individuals and recognize that only by working together, as a team, can we reach our full potential. We take responsibility for our actions, build strong relationships with each other and our customers, and always act ethically. Our values inspire us to achieve the high standards of quality, safety, and performance that our customers expect and deserve.

WORKING AT SPX

Our work environment is established on a work-life philosophy supported by policies, programs, and practices that help employees achieve success within and outside the workplace. We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where employees strive to realize their fullest potential. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to making selection decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected basis.