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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Hourly/Salary Pay Range: $50,000 - $100,000 annually dependent on experience* *pay range may be adjusted depending on cost of living Bonus/Incentive Pay (appropriate item below would be inserted based on the job): For hourly positions with incentive pay: Incentive pay may be available for certain job roles and may include piece rate incentives, weekly production bonuses, trip rates, and employee referral bonuses. A discretionary annual bonus based on Company and business unit performance may also be provided. 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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What We Do
UFP Industries is a holding company whose operating subsidiaries – UFP Packaging, UFP Construction and UFP Retail Solutions – manufacture, distribute and sell a wide variety of products used in residential and commercial construction, packaging and industrial applications. Founded in 1955, the company has operations in North America, Europe, Asia and Australia.







