UFP Industries
Production Management Trainee
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Job Description
- Req#: R15807
- Master Production Fundamentals: Learn how we process, manufacture, and ship our industry-leading wood products.
- Understand Cost & Efficiency: Dive into lumber math, yield optimization, product costing, and efficient material utilization.
- Develop Leadership Skills: Begin supervising small teams and participate in performance coaching under guidance.
- Get Tech-Savvy: Learn to navigate and operate our business systems and production scheduling tools.
- Explore Lean Principles: Gain exposure to continuous improvement initiatives and process efficiency standards.
- Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Work with HR, Safety, and Quality teams to understand the full scope of plant operations.
- Expand Your Horizons: Tour other UFP facilities and customer sites to broaden your operational knowledge.
- Complete Assignments: Participate in structured coursework, leadership training, and development projects.
- A Bachelor’s degree in business, industrial technology, supply chain, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- Strong interpersonal skills and an eagerness to lead and coach others.
- Solid analytical and problem-solving abilities—especially around processes and people.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and comfort with data analysis.
- Willingness to work in a hands-on manufacturing environment and grow into a plant leadership role.
- Career Growth: This program is designed to fast-track you into leadership roles.
- Hands-On Learning: Not just a desk job—you’ll learn by doing.
- Mentorship: Gain direct access to seasoned leaders who want to see you succeed.
- Culture: We're team-oriented, performance-driven, and built on respect.
Jumpstart Your Leadership Career in Manufacturing
Are you driven, curious, and ready to take on real responsibility from day one?
UFP Industries is looking for future leaders to join our Production Management Trainee (PMT) program, a structured, hands-on experience designed to prepare high-potential individuals for leadership roles in plant operations.
This is more than just a job, it's a launchpad into plant management. If you’re ready to learn fast, lead teams, and build a career in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, we want to meet you.
What You’ll Be Doing
As a PMT, you’ll rotate through key departments to gain a deep understanding of how our plant runs—from the raw material yard to the production floor. With guidance from an experienced mentor, you’ll:
What We’re Looking For
Why UFP?
Click here to watch what a day in the life of a Production Management Trainee looks like.
The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
About the company
Founded in 1955. Formerly known as Universal Forest Products. Holding company for UFP Retails Solutions, UFP Construction and UFP Industrial.
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