Production Manager - Early Career

Launch your leadership career with one of the nation’s most respected manufacturing teams.

At UFP Industries, we believe in developing the next generation of leaders from the ground up.

As a Production Manager in our Athens, Alabama facility, you’ll be part of a collaborative team that values innovation, safety, and continuous improvement. You’ll gain hands-on management experience, guide day-to-day production operations, and help drive results that directly impact our success.

If you’re ready to take what you’ve learned in the classroom and apply it to a fast-paced, real-world environment, this is your opportunity to start strong.

What You’ll Do

• Lead & Learn: Supervise and motivate a team of production employees—ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency in daily operations.
• Develop Your Skills: Receive mentoring from experienced plant leaders while gaining exposure to scheduling, inventory control, and workflow management.
• Drive Improvement: Analyze operations and identify ways to increase productivity, reduce waste, and improve performance metrics.
• Stay Hands-On: Oversee production floor activity, troubleshoot challenges, and make adjustments to meet goals and deadlines.
• Collaborate: Work with other departments to forecast needs, coordinate schedules, and align production with customer demand.
• Champion Safety: Promote UFP’s strong safety culture by ensuring compliance with OSHA and company standards.

What You’ll Bring

• A bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field (preferred)
• Internship or leadership experience in a manufacturing, operations, or team-based environment (preferred but not required)
• Strong communication skills and the ability to motivate and guide others
• Curiosity, initiative, and a drive to solve problems and learn continuously
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• A company committed to career growth and promotion from within
• Access to leadership training, mentorship, and hands-on learning
• Health, dental, and vision insurance after 60 days
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid time off and a collaborative, people-first culture
• The chance to make a real impact every day in a supportive team environment

Your Future Starts Here

At UFP Industries, we don’t just build products—we build people. If you’re ready to take the first step toward a management career in manufacturing, join a team that invests in your success from day one.