Production Manager Trainee

84 Lumber; Bloomsburg (Columbia County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Production Manager in Training to immerse in all facets of manufacturing operations. This role emphasizes safety and quality in producing structural wood components for various construction projects. With a structured training program under the mentorship of experienced leaders, you will gain invaluable on-the-job and classroom training, including opportunities for leadership development and Lean Green Belt certification. If you are eager to thrive in a dynamic environment and support the growth of your peers, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Match

Profit Sharing

PTO

Short and Long-term Disability Insurance

Company-paid Life Insurance

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and desire to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to multitask and respond quickly to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Mentorship of production associates and maintaining safety standards.
• Calibration and operation of advanced manufacturing equipment.

Skills

Mentorship

Safety Standards

Multitasking

Quality Control

Lean Principles

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Laser Projection Units

Automated Saws

Jigging Tables

Material Transportation Systems

Job description

Overview

The Production Manager in Training (PMT) will learn all aspects of manufacturing operations in a building components plant, with a strong emphasis on associate safety and the quality of structural wood components produced, including roof trusses, floor trusses, and wall panels for residential, multi-family, and agricultural construction.

Your career begins at the manufacturing plant closest to your home. Under the mentorship of the Plant Manager, you will follow a structured PMT training guide through a 9-12 month program that includes:

• On-the-job training
• Classroom training
• A leadership development class
• A program to earn your Lean Green Belt
• Other training, including continuous improvement projects
• Travel to other manufacturing locations for exposure to different environments (travel arrangements handled by 84 Lumber’s Travel Department)
• Relocation to one of our existing or new facilities upon program completion

Position scope video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GdA2lZtcdY0&t=16s

Pay: $20/hr + monthly incentives

Schedule: 6:00 am to 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday

Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) match and profit sharing; sick, personal leave, and PTO; short and long-term disability insurance; company-paid life insurance; and more!

Responsibilities

• Mentorship of production associates
• Maintaining safety and quality standards
• Ensuring efficient flow in manufacturing processes
• Calibration and operation of advanced manufacturing equipment such as laser projection units, automated saws, jigging tables, and material transportation systems
• Participation in special projects as assigned

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and desire to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Empathy and willingness to support the development of others
• Ability to multitask and respond quickly to changing priorities
• High school diploma or GED; a bachelor’s degree, preferably in industrial engineering, is preferred