Operations Leadership Trainee

Job Description

During the Leadership Training program, participants acquire management skills (leadership, teambuilding, interpersonal), technical skills (production management controls, operational processes, and metrics) as well as contribute to the organization through projects to improve production, reduce waste, or process improvement. The Operations Leadership Trainee participates in an intensive program of approximately 12 months duration which includes rotations through various roles within the assigned facility. The Operations Leadership Trainee is expected to be prepared for a leadership role upon completion of the program.

Qualifications

· Bachelor's Degree with either of the following preferred majors: Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Operations Management, Business Administration, or other related field

· Excellent attendance record.

· Ability to exercise good judgment in setting priorities and follow-through in a fast-paced results-oriented environment

· Strong desire to learn the manufacturing process, develop leadership capabilities and possess desire to process in the Kronospan organization

· Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills

· Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills

· Capability to prioritize work activities, assignments, demands and flexibility to adapt to change

· Strong analytical skills

· Demonstrated excellent work ethic, strong time management and organizational skills

· Must be able to work flexible hours and be available based on the needs of the business. This may include rotating shifts, nights and/or weekends.

· Must have strong computer skills, especially Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint

· Must be a team player and have the ability to work and interact with associates/departments throughout the organization

Additional Information

As a company dedicated to its associates, we offer numerous benefits and advantages:

- Growth opportunities, domestic and international, with the world's leading producer of wood panel products

- Work in a diverse, inclusive environment with colleagues from around the world

- A highly competitive benefits program including affordable medical, dental and vision plans

- Company paid life and short & long term disability plans

- Supplemental life, critical illness and accident plans for you and your family

- 401 (k) retirement plan with company match

- Paid time off including a generous paid vacation plan and holidays after 90 days

- “Life of Career” training opportunities through our global or local KronoAcademy

- Uniform & reimbursement for safety boots & prescription safety glasses and company provided tools

WHAT TO SEND OUR WAY

- A cover letter along with your Resume, highlighting your education, experience and skills.