Production Management Trainee

UFP Industries

Chicopee (MA)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 60,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Health savings account with company

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Stock purchase program with employee""

Educational reimbursement

Wellness programs

Other supplemental benefits

Job summary

UFP Site Built in Chicopee, MA is seeking a Production Management Trainee to develop a comprehensive knowledge of plant operations and manufacturing processes under close mentorship. The role focuses on learning panel and lumber grades, lumber math, and efficient material utilization while gaining exposure to cost reporting and scheduling.

This position requires a Bachelor’s degree, proficiency in MS Excel, and a basic understanding of automation; strong candidates will show initiative and

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required.
Experience in manufacturing; automation/robotics understanding preferred.
Proficiency in MS Excel 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.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Automation/robotics understanding

MS Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related discipline

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

UFP Site Built is the leader in designing and manufacturing value-added wood and non-wood products for the construction industry. We offer a wide variety of wood structural components, aluminum decks and rails, and cold formed steel structural components.

Job Summary

The Production Management Trainee is responsible for developing a comprehensive knowledge of plant operations and manufacturing processes. Works under the close direction of the assigned mentor and exercises little discretion and judgment on work priority on a regular basis and a small degree of creativity is expected.

Principle Duties And 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.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in business or related discipline, or equivalent work experience is required.
Experience in manufacturing and some understanding of automation / robotics - highly preferred
Proficiency in the use of MS Excel spreadsheets is required.

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Salary Pay Range

55,000 - 60,000 annually dependent on experience*

pay range may be adjusted depending on cost of living

Bonus/Incentive Pay

Annual performance bonus opportunity based on Company and specific business unit ROI and PBOP achievement criteria and individual job responsibility and performance.

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