Production Manager Trainee

Job Duties

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.

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: $45,000 - $65,000 annually 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

$11.41 / Hourly

Postal Code

56264

Job Type

Full Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

R21908

Job Benefits

Not specified