Production Management Trainee: Ops & Process Optimization

UFP Industries, Inc.; Hartselle (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries, Inc. in Hartselle, Alabama, is seeking a Production Management Trainee to gain hands-on knowledge of plant operations and manufacturing processes.

You will learn to operate the company business systems, understand product costing, and support scheduling and budgeting activities. The role emphasizes on-the-job training under a mentor, with exposure to continuous improvement, safety practices, and HR policies.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Develops comprehensive knowledge of Company products and procedures through on-the-job training activities.
• Develops comprehensive knowledge of panel and lumber grades and related material use.
• Learns to operate the Company’s business system to perform required administrative functions.
• Develops an understanding of production scheduling, cost accounting, budgeting, and expense control.
• Assists with continuous improvement, safety, and policy compliance across operations.

Skills

MS Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related

Job description

UFP Industries, Inc. in Hartselle, Alabama, is seeking a Production Management Trainee to gain hands-on knowledge of plant operations and manufacturing processes.

You will learn to operate the company business systems, understand product costing, and support scheduling and budgeting activities. The role emphasizes on-the-job training under a mentor, with exposure to continuous improvement, safety practices, and HR policies.