Production Management Trainee

At UFP Factory Built, we proudly serve a wide range of industries with precision-engineered components and custom solutions designed to meet the unique demands of each market. In the RV industry, we help manufacturers build safer, more efficient recreational vehicles with lightweight, space-optimized parts that enhance durability and comfort on the road. For the manufactured and modular housing industry, we provide high-quality structural components that streamline construction while meeting rigorous building standards. And in the cargo trailer industry, our reliable, rugged materials are crafted to withstand the demands of heavy use, supporting everything from personal haulers to commercial fleets. No matter the market, we deliver innovation, efficiency, consistency, and support you can build on, saving you time and money.

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: annually dependent on experience*

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