Production Management Trainee

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. Click here to watch what a day in the life of a Production Management Trainee looks like. The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.