Production Manager Trainee

Carmeuse•Doyle Township, MI

About The Position

Carmeuse is seeking a Production Manager Trainee. Under the general direction of Senior Management and over the course of the next 18 – 24 months, the Production Manager Trainee will learn the basics of the Minerals Processing Industry. The Management Trainee is mentored to ensure career growth and development is consistent with the opportunity for a bright future with Carmeuse. This is an entry level position, and the candidate must have the ability to relocate based on organizational needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business or a related field; relevant internships or equivalent experience are also considered.
Qualified candidates will exhibit a positive and proactive attitude with high initiative and the ability to perform with minimal supervision.
Good technical aptitude and analytical skills.
Detail and process oriented with strong problem resolution abilities.
Resourceful and well organized.

Nice To Haves

Industry background in manufacturing related to mining, paper mills, steel plants, refractory, heavy equipment fabrication, stone processing, cement plants, etc. is a plus.

Responsibilities

Receives training and performs duties in departments such as Safety, Quality, Operations, Finance, Sales, Supply Chain, Human Resources, IT, Engineering, etc.
Safety – Learn and positively impact safety procedures, participate in safety related activities, observe workforce/workplace and make recommendations as required, review and learn investigative procedures, etc.
Quality – Learn and positively impact the Total Quality System, Continuous Improvement System etc.
Operations – Learn and positively impact standard operating procedures, root cause analysis, predicative/preventative maintenance, productivity requirements/maximization, material usage, metrics, manage equipment, standard reporting procedures, logistics, etc.
Maintenance – learn and positively impact preventative/predicative maintenance system, SAP, work orders, supply procurement, etc.
Employee Relations – Learn how to develop/train/mentor employees, understand hourly job responsibilities, participate in disciplinary procedures, direct and assign work, administer the labor contract (as applicable), participate in contract negotiations/grievance meetings, etc. (as applicable), provide negative and positive feedback as appropriate, foster positive workplace, communicate effectively, etc.
Adapt to working with different sets of people and in different departments on any given day.
Gain as much knowledge of the organization as possible in preparation for a future leadership role.
Can locate, interpret and understands Company Policies and Procedures.
Observes staff to learn necessary methods and procedures of the Minerals Processing Industry.
Involved in maintenance, production, daily/weekly CIMS, safety, and continuous improvement meetings.
Participate in annual budgeting process.
Be a contributing member to the daily activities of the management team(s).
Works with senior management to set goals and objectives.
Monitors progress with the help of key personnel.
And other duties as assigned by management

Benefits

Competitive wages
Paid holidays and vacation time
Group medical/pharmacy insurance options with company funded health care spending accounts.
Dental insurance & Vision insurance
A 401k account with company matching contribution.
A robust Wellness program with financial rewards
Company-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability insurance
Options to purchase additional life insurance (employee, spouse, and child) and additional employee long-term disability insurance.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Tuition benefits including professional certifications.
Employee referral program