Operations Trainee

Do you want to be part of a team that aspires to improve the quality of life for others? Are you interested in efficient manufacturing processes that promote sustainability? Do you feel a sense of accomplishment in a job well done? At Carpenter Co., we challenge our employees to learn from and inspire one another – all levels of the company collaborate, communicate and constantly improve to achieve shared success. If that sounds like an environment in which you will thrive, Carpenter Co. could be a great fit for you!

Carpenter Co. has a great opportunity available for an Operations Trainee located at our Manufacturing Division in our Longview, NC location.  

This opportunity will directly support our Plant Manager in all aspects of the plant environment, while training to perform management duties within the plant, and developing toward greater promotional opportunities.

Carpenter Co. employees are committed to working hard to ensure production goals are met while maintaining operations excellence. The Operations Trainee will be expected to shadow other managers and gain department management experience throughout the Elkhart plant.

Job Responsibilities:

This position will assist the Plant Manager and Division Manager in the daily operations of the plant in order to learn and acquire competencies necessary for future department leadership opportunities.

• Become familiar with processes as a Production Supervisor and the desire to advance to a high level of management.

• Work with the Plant Manager to assist in the operation, management, and supervision of various departments.
• Training in functions of supervision, machinery, operations, management viewpoints, and company policies and practices. 
• Establish and maintain a level of quality consistent with customer expectations using Kaizen continuous improvement methods.
• Learn operational schedules and coordinates manufacturing activities to ensure production and quality of products meets specifications.
• Ensure the adherence to the daily agenda, monitor and adjust as require.
• Ensure company policy is being communicated and adhered to.

Skills and Requirements:

• Associate's degree in a Business, Chemical, Engineering or Manufacturing/Industrial field required
• 1-2 years' experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Prior supervisory experience is a plus
• Willingness to work as a team member in a “hands-on" production environment
• Ability to work successfully in an autonomous environment
• Capability to work under just-in-time and lean manufacturing theories

Carpenter Co. conducts pre-employment drug testing on all applicants that receive and accept a written offer of employment.