Manufacturing Operations Trainee: Leadership Path

UFP Industries, Inc; Brooklyn Center (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Health savings account with company co

Vision insurance

Basic and voluntary life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Stock purchase program with employee 0

Educational reimbursement

Wellness programs and challenges

Other supplemental benefits

Job summary

Endurable Building Products is seeking a Production Management Trainee in Minnesota to build a strong foundation in plant operations and manufacturing processes. You will work with an experienced mentor, gaining hands-on exposure to daily production activities while learning best practices in efficiency, quality, and safety.

This role offers structured guidance and growth opportunities toward a future leadership career in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or related discipline, or equivalent work experience is required.
• 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 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, or equivalent work experience

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Endurable Building Products is seeking a Production Management Trainee in Minnesota to build a strong foundation in plant operations and manufacturing processes. You will work with an experienced mentor, gaining hands-on exposure to daily production activities while learning best practices in efficiency, quality, and safety.

This role offers structured guidance and growth opportunities toward a future leadership career in manufacturing.