Production Management Trainee
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UFP Industries, Inc. is hiring a Production Management Trainee. The Production Management Trainee role at UFP Industries provides an immersive development experience in plant operations and manufacturing, pairing a new hire with a mentor to learn production activities, efficiency, quality, safety, and cost management while preparing reports and completing required training.
Key focus areas include Develop comprehensive knowledge of company products and procedures through on‑the‑job training activities, Develop knowledge of panel and lumber grades and lumber math for efficient material utilization, and Learn to operate the company’s business system to perform required administrative functions.
Important skills include Excel.
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Endurable Building Products whichprovides a wide range of structural aluminum solutions for residential, multifamily, and commercial projects.
Job Summary
The Production Management Trainee is an immersive development role designed to build a strong foundation in plant operations and manufacturing processes. Working closely with an experienced mentor, the trainee gains handson exposure to daytoday production activities while learning best practices in efficiency, quality, and safety. This role offers structured guidance, opportunities to develop problemsolving skills, and room to apply creativity as knowledge grows-making it an ideal launchpad for a future leadership career in manufacturing.
Principle Duties and 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.
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.
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Salary Pay Range:$55,000 - $60,000annually dependent on experience*
*pay range may be adjusted depending on cost of living
Bonus/Incentive Pay:
Annual performance bonus opportunity based on Company and specific business unit ROI and PBOP achievement criteria and individual job responsibility and performance.
Benefits currently offered to our employees:
Medical insurance
Health savings account with company contribution
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Basic and voluntary life insurance
Disability insurance
401(k) plan with company match
Paid vacation and holidays
Stock purchase program with employee discount
Educational reimbursement
Wellness programs and challenges
Other supplemental benefits
The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Universal Forest Products and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin.
Minimum Education Required
Bachelor Degree
Minimum Experience Required
None
Shift
First (Day)
Number of Openings
1
Public Transportation Accessible
Yes
Veterans Encouraged to Apply
No
Physical Required
Yes
Drug Test Required
Yes
Compensation
$55,000.00 - $60,000.00 / Annually
Postal Code
55430
Job Type
Full Time
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
R21969
Job Benefits
Not specified
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