Manufacturing Operations Trainee — Build Plant Mastery

UFP Industries, Inc; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries, Inc. seeks a Production Management Trainee to build a comprehensive knowledge of plant operations and manufacturing processes. The role operates under the close direction of a mentor with limited discretion and a touch of creativity expected on priorities.

You will learn about product costing, scheduling, budgeting, and continuous improvement while touring facilities and performing assignments. Strong MS Excel skills are required for reporting and analysis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or related discipline, or equivalent work experience is required.
• 5 years of experience in the metal fabrication industry
• 3 years of experience in high volume manufacturing
• Proficiency in the use of MS Excel spreadsheets is required.

Responsibilities

• Develops comprehensive knowledge of Company products and procedures through on-the-job training activities.
• Develops comprehensive knowledge of Tube Laser, Flat Laser, and Press Brake operations.
• Develops knowledge of 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.

Skills

Metal fabrication experience

High volume manufacturing experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related discipline

Equivalent work experience

5 years metal fabrication experience (equivalent)

3 years high-volume manufacturing experience (equivalent)

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

UFP Industries, Inc. seeks a Production Management Trainee to build a comprehensive knowledge of plant operations and manufacturing processes. The role operates under the close direction of a mentor with limited discretion and a touch of creativity expected on priorities.

You will learn about product costing, scheduling, budgeting, and continuous improvement while touring facilities and performing assignments. Strong MS Excel skills are required for reporting and analysis.