Production Operations Trainee: Learn, Optimize, Lead

UFP Industries, Inc; Harrisonville (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries, Inc. is seeking a Production Management Trainee to build a comprehensive understanding of plant operations and manufacturing processes.

The role works under a mentor and follows directed priorities with some creativity in problem solving. The trainee will gain knowledge of products, panel and lumber grades, and manufacturing cost structures, while learning administration, scheduling, and budgeting tasks.

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.

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, Inc. is seeking a Production Management Trainee to build a comprehensive understanding of plant operations and manufacturing processes.

The role works under a mentor and follows directed priorities with some creativity in problem solving. The trainee will gain knowledge of products, panel and lumber grades, and manufacturing cost structures, while learning administration, scheduling, and budgeting tasks.