Production Management Trainee

About this role

UFP Site Built is the leader in designing and manufacturing value-added wood and non-wood products for the construction industry. We offer a wide variety of wood structural components, aluminum decks and rails, and cold formed steel structural components.

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. • Experience in manufacturing and some understanding of automation / robotics - highly preferred • Proficiency in the use of MS Excel spreadsheets is required.

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Salary Pay Range:  $55,000 - $60,000 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.

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