Production Manager Trainee

UFP Industries, Inc; Virginia, Fredericksburg (MN, VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the manufacturing sector is seeking a Production Management Trainee. This role involves developing a comprehensive understanding of plant operations and manufacturing processes under the guidance of a mentor. The trainee will engage in various training activities to gain knowledge of products, costing, scheduling, and safety standards. This position offers a unique opportunity to learn and grow within the organization while contributing to operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required.
• Proficiency in MS Excel is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Develops comprehensive knowledge of Company products and procedures.
• Learns to operate the Company's business system for administrative functions.
• Prepares various reports as required.

Skills

Proficiency in MS Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related discipline

Job description

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.
• Proficiency in the use of MS Excel spreadsheets is required.

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The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.