What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operations Leadership Trainee position at Genesis Products?
About Genesis Products:
Genesis Products is a leading supplier of laminated panels, wood components and custom molded solutions serving OEMs across a growing spectrum of industries including RV, Manufactured Housing, Building Materials, Healthcare, Office & Education, Cabinet & Storage, Furniture, Transportation, and Heavy Truck. We are dedicated to innovation, quality, and operational excellence. As we continue to grow, we seek highly motivated and ambitious individuals to join our team and embark on a career path that can lead to leadership roles within our organization. If you're a recent college graduate or early-career professional eager to develop your management skills, this is the perfect opportunity for you.
Position Overview:
The Management Trainee role is designed for individuals with high potential to develop into future leaders of our manufacturing operations. This is an entry-level position with a clear career path to becoming a Plant Manager or other senior leadership positions within 3-5 years. As a Management Trainee, you will gain hands-on experience in production management, process optimization, team leadership, and operational strategy. You will be mentored by seasoned leaders and receive the training necessary to manage a team and lead complex manufacturing operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Production Oversight: Assist in supervising daily manufacturing operations to ensure productivity, quality, and safety standards are met.
- Team Leadership: Manage and support production teams, helping develop your leadership style while fostering a positive and efficient work environment.
- Continuous Improvement: Learn and participate in the implementation of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other operational improvement initiatives.
- Process Optimization: Gain experience in identifying inefficiencies and making recommendations for improving production processes.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with departments such as Quality, Engineering, and Maintenance to meet production goals.
- Data Analysis & Reporting: Monitor production metrics and assist in preparing reports on performance, trends, and areas for improvement.
- Training & Development: Participate in training programs focused on leadership, production management, and other relevant skills.
