Production Management Trainee

UFP Industries•Lafayette, CO

8d•$60,000 - $63,000

About The Position

FRAME FORWARD SYSTEMS™ a brand of UFP Site Built, connects every critical piece of the build—from concept to construction, from design to delivery. It’s not just construction, it’s building with a complete system that’s focused on the challenges we face: labor shortages, tight timelines, and affordability. 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.

Requirements

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.