When we win, you win! UFP has a long history of sharing profits with employees. Our hourly team members are eligible for a fall bonus based on their local operation's performance! Come join our production team where you will work in a hands-on collaborative environment with the ability to see your work come together in an end product every day.

Job Summary

The Production Department Supervisor in training is responsible to train alongside a manager(s) for the overall operation of its department consistent with cost, profit and production goals. Learn the responsibilities for the training and development of its employees. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals some creativity and latitude is expected works under the supervision of a manager Develops methods and assists in its implementation to achieve plans and goals of the department.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Trains in managing the production operation of multiple department(s) multiple shift(s).
• Assists in managing the activity of a group of employees and motivates for maximum productivity.
• Identifies, researches, and resolves various problems and opportunities.
• Learns how to evaluate performance of individuals and various programs.
• Learns how to coach and counsel employees.
• Manages activities consistent with all UFP policies, procedures, and applicable law.
• Learns how to communicate to employees and other management members as required.
• Learns how to manage cost and profitability of the department.
• Learns how to manage department inventory
• Helps leads employees in continuous improvement and safety initiatives.
• Prepares reports and maintains records as required.
• Participates in Safety Committee and ensures that department is in compliance with established safety standards.
• Performs other duties as required.
• If assigned to Treating Department, performs duties consistent with hazardous material handling procedures and practices.
• May drive a forklift to assist moving material to and from the production area
• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Post high school education is required
• Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in manufacturing 1 to 3 years of experience managing people.
• Working knowledge of production reporting and production scheduling
• Working knowledge of Excel, Word, Outlook and other business software.
• Basic knowledge on lumber math, lumber grades and species.
• Preferred understanding on company policies, practices and procedures.
• Successfully complete Forklift Driver licens