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Management Development Associate

ClarkDietrich
Ohio, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 12/15/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/14/2026

Are you interested in working for a company that fosters growth opportunities, community involvement and a team oriented atmosphere? ClarkDietrich, a leading manufacturer of cold-formed steel framing and interior and exterior finishing products in North America, fosters a work-life balance and offers competitive compensation and benefits. Join a team that is STRONGER THAN STEEL. Apply to become an Operations Management Trainee at the ClarkDietrich manufacturing facility located in Vienna, Ohio.

SUMMARY:

ClarkDietrichoffers a comprehensive lineup of steel construction products and services for both cold-formed steel framing and drywall plastering finishing systems. We manufacture innovative products for interior and exterior finishing, flooring and roof framing, as well as clips, connectors, metal lath, welded wire, barrier mesh and accessories.

ClarkDietrich is seeking highly talented leaders to join our Operations Management Trainee Program. The Management Trainee Program will train highly motivated and qualified individuals to assume Plant Supervisor or higher management positions within the organization. The position requires solid mechanical and technical aptitudes. The position will also require strong communication and leadership skills.

The ideal candidate will have a college degree and/or relevant management experience. The candidate will train and work within ClarkDietrich's four core values; 1. Do The Right Thing, Do Things Right, 2. Creative Solutions From Everyone, 3. Positive Energy and Teamwork, and 4. A Balanced Life. The operations management path includes oversight of processes associated with safety, quality, production, scheduling, and logistics. This career path requires an analytical and collaborative personality. We are the largest roll-forming company in the country and we look forward to you becoming one of our future leaders.

Our training program features an intensive interactive experience that develops a full understanding of plant operations. Training includes:

  • Basic production worker job responsibilities
  • Machine Operation - Rollformers, Coil Slitter and Cold Mill Reduction
  • Forklift operation
  • Crane Operation
  • Machine product scheduling
  • Material resource planning
  • Supervision of Front-line production and logistics
The 1-2 year training program will prepare candidates for a successful career with ClarkDietrich. This structured program will allow the candidate to develop an understanding of the interdependencies between Sales, HR, Purchasing, IT and Finance/Accounting.
**The Operations Management Trainees begin their training at one of our manufacturing facilities, and upon completion, may be re-assigned to another location**

**This position may require relocation**
Relocation expenses will be administered in accordance with the Company relocation policy.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • College degree in business or manufacturing related disciplines, or relevant management experience
  • Capacity to learn complex cross-functional business operations
  • Ability to organize and manage multiple projects
  • Analytical and collaborative personality
  • Excellent interpersonal and communications skills
  • Ability to work well in a team environment
  • The military equivalent will be recognized in lieu of education and/or experience.

CLARKDIETRICH BENEFITS INCLUDE

  • Full benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts and Life Insurance)
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Annual Incentive
  • Paid Time Off
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Professional Certification Reimbursement
  • Community Service Day

 

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