Production Manager Trainee: Master Operations & Scheduling

UFP Industries; Burnsville (MN); On-site; USD 57,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

HSA with company contribution

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance (basic and voluntary)

Disability insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Stock purchase program

Educational reimbursement

Wellness programs and challenges

Other supplemental benefits

Job summary

UFP Industries is seeking a Production Management Trainee to build a broad, hands-on understanding of plant operations and manufacturing processes. The role starts under a dedicated mentor, with limited discretion in prioritizing work and some room for creative problem solving within established guidelines.

As the trainee progresses, you will learn product costing, production scheduling, and budget/expense controls while gaining exposure to HR policies and company procedures across facilities

Qualifications

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

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or related discipline, or equivalent work experience

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

UFP Industries is seeking a Production Management Trainee to build a broad, hands-on understanding of plant operations and manufacturing processes. The role starts under a dedicated mentor, with limited discretion in prioritizing work and some room for creative problem solving within established guidelines.

As the trainee progresses, you will learn product costing, production scheduling, and budget/expense controls while gaining exposure to HR policies and company procedures across facilities