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Development Program- Operations Management

HNI Corporation
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HNI Corporation is a global family of brands for the workplace and home dedicated to enhancing the spaces where we live, work, and gather. We pride ourselves on fostering an environment where we make a positive impact on others; upholding our beliefs in integrity, inclusion and belonging. 

Our Early Career Development Program (ECDP) is a one-year rotational program within Allsteel and The HON Company providing participants a series of cross functional opportunities in multiple areas of our business including manufacturing, product development, quality, supply chain and front-line leadership.  Participants of the ECDP work closely with multiple functions to gain a holistic view of our business and culture. 

Members of the ECDP join an organization with a vision and passion for implementing solutions and exceeding our customers’ expectations.  Participating in the ECDP affords individuals early in their career the opportunity to build solid, hands-on foundational skills within a lean manufacturing organization.  Members participating in the program are given mentoring and guidance providing them with continuous feedback and robust learning opportunities. 

Program Highlights: 

  • On-going career development and growth focused on your skills and aspirations
  • Dedicated business-leader mentor and continuous feedback
  • Opportunity to network with our leadership teams
  • Provide a meaningful contribution to our business by learning while doing
  • Exposure to various areas of the rotational department within the organization providing the opportunity to explore areas of interest

Once you’ve completed the rotational development program, you’ll be prepared for a role likely within one of the rotational functions. Where you will begin will be in part based on your talents and strengths, your interests, and available roles upon program completion.

What We Need: 

We are looking for an Operations Mangement member in our Development Program to join HNI Corporation - on the Operations team in Muscatine, IA!  

As a member of our Development Program, you will learn how to provide leadership to maximize factory performance in the areas of quality, productivity and efficiency while maintaining a safe and positive work environment. You will also learn to identify and rive continuous improvement in areas which align with organizational goals and support our company culture.  

What You Will Do: 

  • Provide leadership to department members to achieve daily customer satisfaction by delivering to safety, quality, delivery, cost, and culture goals.
  • Coordinate with support groups on all aspects of capacity including the flow of materials, layout of work area, and operational readiness of equipment/processes.
  • Regular, positive interaction with members to drive engagement in the department.
  • Support Continuous Improvement initiatives by participating in and allowing direct reports to participate on Rapid Continuous Improvement Events, project teams, focus groups, and other forms of assignments designed to engage members and grow their talent within the organization.
  • Participates in activities as appropriate to ensure the success of the organization.

What You Have: 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations, Organizational/Business Management or applicable discipline, is preferred.
  • Previous (related) experience working in lean manufacturing is strongly preferred/desired. Targeted experiences include leadership in a manufacturing, distribution, retail or customer service-oriented environment.
  • Ability to work multiple shifts (at least one of your rotations will be an off-shift)

We are not accepting any candidates that require company sponsorship to legally work in the United States. 

HNI Corporation (NYSE: HNI) is a manufacturer of workplace furnishings and building products, operating under two segments.  The workplace furnishings segment is a leading global designer and provider of commercial furnishings, going to market under multiple unique brands.  The residential building products segment is the nation’s leading manufacturer and marketer of hearth products. 

As one of the larger employers in Iowa, HNI Corporation was recognized in 2018, 2019, and 2020 for the diversity of our Board of Directors and was named in 2020, 2021, and #6 in 2022 as one of America's Most Responsible Companies by Newsweek.  

How we act today protects how we live tomorrow.  Check out our CSR Report here: https://www.hnicorp.com/social-responsibility 

Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), are not just core beliefs at HNI - they are operational imperatives.  We value each other’s differences in experiences and ideas to solve problems and better serve our customers. Take a look at our DEI goals here: https://www.hnicorp.com/diversity-equity-and-inclusion 

We offer Benefits on Day 1, including a new voluntary benefit, Daily Pay! To learn about all the benefits HNI has to offer visit www.HNIbenefits.com. 

We also invite you to visit us at www.HNICorp.com to learn more!