Production Management Trainee: Master Plant Ops & Costs

UFP Industries; Moultrie (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

401(k)

Basic Life insurance

Buy-up option

Disability insurance

Job summary

UFP Industries in Georgia is seeking a Production Management Trainee to build detailed knowledge of plant operations and manufacturing processes. Under the guidance of a designated mentor, you will perform on-the-job training, learn production scheduling, budgeting, costing, and reporting, and develop an understanding of safety and continuous improvement.

This role emphasizes discipline, accuracy, and the ability to learn quickly in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

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

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 in Georgia is seeking a Production Management Trainee to build detailed knowledge of plant operations and manufacturing processes. Under the guidance of a designated mentor, you will perform on-the-job training, learn production scheduling, budgeting, costing, and reporting, and develop an understanding of safety and continuous improvement.

This role emphasizes discipline, accuracy, and the ability to learn quickly in a manufacturing setting.