Job Description

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Operations Management Trainee

The Operations Management Trainee is an entry-level leadership role designed to develop future operations leaders. This position will rotate through multiple production departments including Sawing, Forge, Heat Treat, Machine Shop, and Shipping to gain hands-on experience in industrial operations, process management, and personnel leadership.


The Trainee will support supervisors and management with daily operations and longer-term initiatives, with the goal of gaining a comprehensive understanding of manufacturing activities prior to permanent placement within the facility.

Key Responsibilities

Support and perform supervisory functions related to daily production operations Develop practical and technical knowledge of manufacturing processes Assist in managing and leading hourly and salaried employees Support cross-department operational projects and continuous improvement initiatives Promote and follow safe work practices while prioritizing employee safety Comply with all company and corporate policies and procedures

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical or business-related field preferred

Language Skills

Proficient in spoken and written English Additional languages are a plus

Experience & Skills

5+ years of experience in industrial manufacturing with progressive leadership responsibility Experience managing hourly and salaried employees, including scheduling, payroll, coaching, and corrective action Knowledge of workforce planning, performance management, and labor cost control Experience supporting capital projects and continuous improvement efforts Strong Excel skills, including data analysis and automation (VBA preferred) Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools * Experience in forge, heat treat, or machine shop environments is a plus