Continuous Improvement Intern

About Wolverine Advanced Materials Wolverine Advanced Materials produces and sells performance-critical, specialty elastomer-coated metals used in gaskets for automotive & industrial applications; automotive brake noise insulators and NVH (noise, vibration & harshness) damping solutions for automotive. Wolverine employs approximately 600 people worldwide and has manufacturing operations in Virginia, Florida, Germany, and China, as well as sales & technical offices in Michigan, Germany, Japan, China, Brazil, and India. Wolverine Advanced Materials, an entity of Center Rock Capital, is a leading developer and manufacturer of high-performance materials. Our core competency is in performance-critical, specialty elastomer-coated metals that offer damping and seal-ability solutions in the automotive and gasket industries. Center Rock Capital is a company where they see potential where others may not look; and as a team we can find the right solution to the right challenge. For more information, visit centerrockcp.com or wamglobal.com .

Job Title:

Continuous Improvement Intern Department:

Operations - Blacksburg, VA (on-site)

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Continuous Improvement Manager (or assigned mentor) ________________________________________ Job Summary The Continuous Improvement Intern supports the organization's efforts to enhance operational efficiency, reduce waste, and improve processes across departments. This role provides hands-on exposure to continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, and process mapping while working on real-world projects that drive measurable business results. ________________________________________ Key Responsibilities

• Assist with identifying, analyzing, and documenting current-state processes
• Support continuous improvement projects focused on efficiency, quality, cost reduction, and customer experience
• Collect, organize, and analyze data to identify trends, root causes, and improvement opportunities
• Create process maps, value stream maps, and basic reports or dashboards
• Participate in Kaizen events, workshops, and cross-functional improvement meetings
• Help track improvement initiatives and key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Prepare presentations and documentation to communicate findings and recommendations
• Support change management activities, including training materials and standard work documentation
• Perform other duties related to process improvement as assigned ________________________________________ Required Qualifications
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in: o Industrial Engineering o Business Administration o Operations Management o Supply Chain o Data Analytics o Or a related field
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint (or Google Workspace equivalents)
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail and willingness to learn ________________________________________ Preferred Qualifications
• Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement principles
• Familiarity with process mapping tools (e.g., Visio, Lucidchart, Miro)
• Coursework or experience in data analysis, statistics, or project management
• Basic knowledge of KPIs, root cause analysis, or change management ________________________________________ Learning Opportunities
• Hands-on experience with real continuous improvement projects
• Exposure to Lean/Six Sigma tools and methodologies
• Development of data analysis, presentation, and stakeholder communication skills
• Mentorship from experienced process improvement professionals
• Insight into cross-functional business operations ________________________________________ Physical & Work Environment (Optional)
• Operational environment
• May involve walking production areas or operational sites, depending on role