Operations Development Trainee

Operations Management Trainee

Columbus, OH

Launch your leadership career in manufacturing through our 18-month Operations Management Trainee program. Based in Columbus, Ohio, this structured development program is designed to prepare high-potential individuals for promotion into Area Manager roles upon successful completion.

This opportunity is ideal for recent college graduates or professionals with at least five years of operations experience who are motivated to grow into plant leadership.

What you'll gain:

You will receive hands-on experience across production, maintenance, quality, EH&S, scheduling, supply chain, sales, and finance. This cross-functional exposure builds the operational expertise, business acumen, and leadership capability required to manage plant performance and drive continuous improvement.

What you'll do:

Lead daily production activities to achieve safety, quality, and performance goals

Supervise, coach, and develop frontline team members

Identify and implement process and equipment improvements

Drive continuous improvement and Lean initiatives

Lead projects and coordinate resources to deliver results

Support workforce planning and operational execution

Schedule and mobility:

Standard hours: 6:30 a.m.- 2:30 p.m., Monday-Friday

Occasional weekends as needed

Temporary off-shift assignments (up to one month at a time) may be required

Relocation is required after program completion

Relocation requirement:

This role requires geographic mobility. Upon successful completion of the 18-month program, participants will be expected to relocate to another facility based on business needs.

Willingness and ability to relocate is a requirement for consideration and is essential for advancement into plant leadership roles.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree preferred or minimum five years of operations experience

Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills

Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

If you are driven, adaptable, and ready to lead in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, we encourage you to apply.

Required

Preferred

Job Industries

Other

Full Time