Production Management Trainee

Production Management Trainee

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, Associate/bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 2+ years of experience using various types of manufacturing machinery and tools.
• 1+ year of supervisory experience.
• Solid technical and mechanical aptitude.
• Organizational and management abilities.
• Efficient communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivation with a results-driven approach.
• Effective problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate and problem-solve.
• Sound critical thinking and attention to detail.
• Able to multitask and assist with decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Complete a 3–6-month technical training program called the Production Management Development Program (PMDP).
• Assist upper management and supervisors with day-to-day operations.
• Apply the standards of statistical process control (SPC) and basic quality tools like diagrams, flow/run/control charts, and assessment.
• Develop and train staff.
• Enforce SOPs and review standard reporting.
• Identify how to maximize production throughput.
• Manage equipment, material usage, production, and people.
• Write reports and hold discussions with plant management to learn can and end manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Apply written safety procedures, observe work areas for safety improvements, and carry out investigative processes.
• Direct and assign work.
• Administer Labor contracts in union plants.

Preferred Qualifications

No preferred qualifications provided.