Future Production Leader: Operations & Scheduling Trainee

UFP Industries, Inc.; Folkston, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries, Inc. in Folkston, GA is seeking a Production Management Trainee to develop comprehensive knowledge of plant operations and manufacturing processes. You will train under a mentor and gain hands-on experience with panel and lumber operations, cost accounting, and production scheduling.

This entry-level program emphasizes continuous improvement, safety, and HR policy understanding, with reports and administrative tasks as you advance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or related discipline, or equivalent work experience.
• Proficiency in MS Excel spreadsheets.

Responsibilities

• Develops comprehensive knowledge of Company products and procedures through on-the-job training activities.
• Develops comprehensive knowledge of panel and lumber grades.
• Develops knowledge of lumber math and efficient utilization of materials and develops a full understanding of cuts and yields.
• Learns how to operate the Company's business system in order to perform required administrative functions.
• Develops detailed knowledge of product costing.
• Develops an understanding of the production scheduling process.
• Develops working knowledge of the budget and expense control process.
• Supervises activities consistent with all Company policies, procedures, and applicable laws and regulations.
• Develops working knowledge of Continuous Improvement, efficiency standards, and safety.
• Develops working knowledge and understanding of Human Resources policies and practices.
• Develops a detailed understanding of operations by touring other UFP facilities and customer locations.
• Completes courses and assignments as directed.
• Prepares various reports as required.
• Performs other duties as required.

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related discipline

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

UFP Industries, Inc. in Folkston, GA is seeking a Production Management Trainee to develop comprehensive knowledge of plant operations and manufacturing processes. You will train under a mentor and gain hands-on experience with panel and lumber operations, cost accounting, and production scheduling.

This entry-level program emphasizes continuous improvement, safety, and HR policy understanding, with reports and administrative tasks as you advance.