Operations Management Trainee

We are seeking high potential individuals for our Operations Management Trainee role to join our Worthington team.

This position is a developmental role that is designed to develop individuals into Production Supervisors and other various production-related management roles or corporate based manufacturing related roles. The roles and responsibilities are under the direction of the Operations Manager and are assigned in alignment with the business unit succession planning initiatives with added exposure to multiple operational roles which may include production, sales, finance and supply chain management/scheduling.

This role will involve a series of rotations which may be on the production floor, quality, supply chain, EHS and continuous improvement roles as well as a rotation within a corporate function as well such as a procurement, planner, or similar roles. Ample opportunity to learn all facets of manufacturing and develop and grow within an established organization. Excellent mentoring and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Use working knowledge of production process, machines and materials to train and evaluate production employees and determine opportunities to make improvements where appropriate
• Determines workforce requirements for department and assists with the hiring process for seasonal and full-time employees.
• Perform entry level job duties on plant equipment in all departments
• Improve level of equipment performance and reliability
• Make recommendations of equipment/process improvements
• Direct & prioritize production personnel in an efficient & effective manner to meet production needs. Receives and communicates needs for each shift
• Initiate and drive projects handed down from management
• Determine need / estimated cost and arrange for procurement of parts, special tools and/or equipment
• Cross train throughout entire plant including production, maintenance, IP, scheduling, quality, EH&S
• Occasional travel to other facilities and recruiting events

Desired Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering or similar functions.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing practices
• Proven leadership skills through academics, volunteer or work
• Must have good verbal and written communication skills
• Strong computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Strong problem solving and/or troubleshooting skills
• Demonstrated ability in decision making, analytical thinking, time management and motivation
• Can plan and coordinate large projects