Production Management Trainee

UFP Industries•Morristown, TN

16d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you ready to kickstart your career in a dynamic and innovative environment? As a Production Management Trainee, you'll dive into the heart of our plant operations and manufacturing processes. Under the guidance of a dedicated mentor, you'll gain hands-on experience and develop a deep understanding of our industry. This is your chance to unleash your creativity and make a real impact! Location: For this position, you will undergo training at our Morristown, TN location. Upon completing the year-long training program, you will be required to relocate to one of our manufacturing sites in the Midwest or Northeast.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor's degree in business or a related discipline, or equivalent work experience.
Tech-Savvy: Proficiency in MS Excel spreadsheets is a must.

Responsibilities

Master Our Products and Procedures: Through immersive on-the-job training, you'll become an expert in our products and procedures.
Learn Lumber Math and Efficiency: Discover the art of lumber math and how to maximize material utilization. Understand cuts and yields like a pro.
Operate Our Business System: Get hands-on experience with our business system to perform essential administrative functions.
Understand Product Costing: Dive into the details of product costing and learn how to manage budgets and expenses effectively.
Grasp Production Scheduling: Develop a solid understanding of the production scheduling process to keep operations running smoothly.
Supervise with Confidence: Lead activities in line with company policies, procedures, and regulations.
Embrace Continuous Improvement: Learn about efficiency standards and safety practices to drive continuous improvement.
Explore HR Policies: Gain insights into Human Resources policies and practices.
Tour Our Facilities: Travel to other UFP facilities and customer locations to get a comprehensive view of our operations.
Complete Courses and Assignments: Stay sharp by completing various courses and assignments.
Prepare Reports: Showcase your analytical skills by preparing detailed reports.
Take on Additional Duties: Be ready to tackle other exciting tasks as needed.