Production Manager Trainee

84 Lumber - La Vergne, TN
Schedule: 1st Shift | Monday-Friday | 6:00 AM Start

84 Lumber is seeking a motivated and driven Production Manager in Training (PMT) to join our Building Components Manufacturing team in La Vergne, TN. This is an entry-level leadership development role designed to prepare you for a future Production Management position.

The PMT will learn all aspects of manufacturing operations in a structural wood components plant, with a strong emphasis on associate safety, product quality, and production efficiency. Our plant manufactures roof trusses, floor trusses, and wall panels for residential, multi-family, and agricultural construction.

Your career begins at the manufacturing plant closest to your home. Under the mentorship of the Plant Manager, you will complete a structured 9-12 month training program that includes:

• Hands-on, on-the-job training

• Classroom instruction

• Leadership development courses

• Lean Green Belt certification program

• Continuous improvement projects

• Exposure to other manufacturing locations (travel may be required; arrangements provided by 84 Lumber)

During the program, you will learn to:

• Control workflow and ensure production schedules are met

• Assign work and oversee crew leads

• Monitor efficiency metrics and address performance gaps

• Train, coach, mentor, and communicate with production teams

• Maintain quality control standards and take immediate corrective action when needed

• Batch projects and release jobs to production

• Enforce 84 Components' Safety Standards, Policies, and Procedures

• Perform every position in the plant efficiently and correctly

• Develop leadership and management skills

• Identify and implement improved production practices

• Maintain professional appearance standards and wear required uniform

• To serve our customers through a team of dedicated, honest, hardworking associates

• To supply high-quality products in the safest work environment

• To provide competitive, value-added pricing

• To create an environment where nothing is impossible

84 Lumber is a leader in the building materials industry and is proudly family- and woman-owned. We are committed to developing future leaders and providing endless growth opportunities in:

• Production

• Production Leadership

• Sales

• Design

If you invest in 84 Lumber, we will invest in you. Hard work is rewarded with monthly incentive opportunities and career advancement potential.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• 401(k) with Match and Profit Sharing

• Paid Sick, Personal, and Vacation Time

• Holiday Pay

• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance

• Company-Paid Life Insurance

• Weekly Pay

• Incentive Bonus Opportunities

• Employee Discounts

Mentorship of production associates.

Maintaining safety and quality standards.

Ensuring efficient flow in manufacturing.

Calibration and operation of advanced manufacturing equipment which may include laser projection units, automated saws and jigging tables, and material transportation systems.

Special projects as assigned

Positive attitude and the desire to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Empathy and willingness to support the development of others.

Ability to multitask and respond quickly to changing priorities.

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) plus bachelor's degree, industrial engineering preferred.