Production Management Trainee

Job Summary

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 in Salisbury, NC, or Morristown, TN. Upon completing the year-long training program, you will be required to relocate to one of our manufacturing sites in the Midwest or Northeast.

• 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.

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

• 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

Ready to see what a day in the life of a Production Management Trainee looks like?  to watch our exciting video!

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.