Ops Trainee: Hands-On Path to Plant Leadership

Carpenter Canada Co.; Altoona (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pre-employment drug testing

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Carpenter Co. in Altoona, PA, is seeking an Operations Trainee to learn plant leadership by shadowing managers and handling daily operations. You will gain exposure to multiple departments and contribute to production planning and quality control.

The role emphasizes teamwork in a hands-on environment, with preferences for prior management exposure, a suitable degree, and willingness to travel as needed. Pre-employment drug testing and equal opportunity employment apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Business, Engineering or Manufacturing/Industrial field preferred.
• Prior history of successful accomplishments in work experience and/or projects.
• Prior management experience preferred.
• Willingness to work as a team member in a hands-on production environment.
• Ability to work autonomously under just-in-time and lean manufacturing theories.
• Willingness and ability to travel when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist Plant Manager and Division Manager in daily plant operations to learn future department leadership roles.
• Shadow other managers and gain department management experience throughout the Altoona plant.
• Establish and maintain schedules, coordinate activities, and ensure production quality meets specifications.
• Identify and develop capable people to contribute to the company.
• Maintain safe operations and adhere to company guidelines.

Skills

Team player

Autonomous work style

Lean manufacturing

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Engineering/Manufacturing/Industrial

Job description

Carpenter Co. in Altoona, PA, is seeking an Operations Trainee to learn plant leadership by shadowing managers and handling daily operations. You will gain exposure to multiple departments and contribute to production planning and quality control.

The role emphasizes teamwork in a hands-on environment, with preferences for prior management exposure, a suitable degree, and willingness to travel as needed. Pre-employment drug testing and equal opportunity employment apply.