Management Trainee

Walsworth•Marceline, MO

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The 12-month Management Trainee Program is designed for recent graduates and early-career professionals seeking hands-on experience and a career path in management. Trainees work alongside employees and leaders, rotate through key business areas, complete real projects, and learn about the people, processes, and decisions that support company operations. Training is primarily at the assigned location, with possible opportunities to visit or gain experience at other company locations. Rotations may include Press Room, Bindery, Customer Service, Logistics, Purchasing, Estimating, Information Technology, Accounting, and Human Resources. Rotation length varies by department. Trainees receive regular coaching and mentorship from senior leadership and have exposure to General Managers, Plant Managers, executives, department leaders, and employees. The program is typically overseen by the EVP of Manufacturing. The program is intended to prepare trainees for a permanent position and future supervisory and management opportunities. At the end of 12 months, the goal is to transition the trainee into a permanent role based on their interests, demonstrated strengths, available opportunities, and business needs. The role may be at the training location or another company location when opportunities are available.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree.
U.S. work authorization.
Ability to relocate to and work at the location where the position is based.
Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening and background check.
Effective communication with employees and leaders at different levels of an organization.
Ability to manage multiple priorities while staying organized.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Comfort working in both manufacturing and professional office environments.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Business, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Industrial Management, or a related field.
Up to 3 years of professional experience; recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
Demonstrated leadership experience through work, internships, student organizations, athletics, volunteer activities, military service, or other experiences.
Interest in leadership, manufacturing, operations, or business management.
Initiative, adaptability, curiosity, problem-solving ability, and willingness to learn from others and take on increasing responsibility.

Responsibilities

Work alongside employees, supervisors, managers, and company leaders to understand how different areas of the business operate.
Learn manufacturing processes, workflows, equipment operations, reporting practices, and departmental responsibilities.
Build hands-on leadership experience by learning how supervisors and managers lead teams and daily operations.
Participate in projects focused on process improvement, productivity gains, and quality improvement.
Analyze processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, cost, quality, workflow, and productivity.
Learn how departments use operational data and reporting to make business decisions.
Develop an understanding of products, production schedules, workflows, and customer requirements.
Gain exposure to Human Resources practices and the policies that support employees and operations.
Work across departments and locations to help accomplish company goals.
Plan and manage the rotation schedule and training objectives in partnership with department leaders.
Complete assigned projects and present findings or recommendations when appropriate.
Follow company safety standards, policies, and work practices throughout the program.