Forward March Inc. is collaborating with a leading global industrial manufacturing company delivering innovative solutions to customers that span many industries including transportation, construction, industrial, agriculture, retail and energy. The company aims to expedite Veterans and military spouses towards significant career opportunities in this industry. Job description below:

We are seeking high potential individuals for our Operations Management Trainee role to join our team. 

This position is a developmental role that is designed to develop individuals into Production Supervisors and other various production-related management roles or corporate based manufacturing related roles. The roles and responsibilities are under the direction of the Operations Manager and are assigned in alignment with the business unit succession planning initiatives with added exposure to multiple operational roles which may include production, sales, finance and supply chain management/scheduling.

This role will involve a series of rotations which may be on the production floor, quality, supply chain, EHS and continuous improvement roles as well as a rotation within a corporate function as well such as a procurement, planner, or similar roles. Ample opportunity to learn all facets of manufacturing and develop and grow within an established organization. Excellent mentoring and leadership

Responsibilities:

• Use working knowledge of production process, machines and materials to train and evaluate production employees and determine opportunities to make improvements where appropriate
• Determines workforce requirements for department and assists with the hiring process for seasonal and full-time employees.
• Perform entry level job duties on plant equipment in all departments
• Improve level of equipment performance and reliability
• Make recommendations of equipment/process improvements
• Direct & prioritize production personnel in an efficient & effective manner to meet production needs. Receives and communicates needs for each shift
• Initiate and drive projects handed down from management
• Determine need / estimated cost and arrange for procurement of parts, special tools and/or equipment
• Cross train throughout entire plant including production, maintenance, IP, scheduling, quality, EH&S
• Occasional travel to other facilities and recruiting events

Desired Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering or similar functions.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing practices
• Proven leadership skills through academics, volunteer or work
• Must have good verbal and written communication skills
• Strong computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Strong problem solving and/or troubleshooting skills
• Demonstrated ability in decision making, analytical thinking, time management and motivation
• Can plan and coordinate large projects

Named to Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work for in America list four times, and with a people first philosophy rooted in The Golden Rule (treating others the way we would want to be treated), our company provides a safe and rewarding work environment. We have a team-oriented culture and believe employees are essential to the company's success.

In addition to a competitive benefits package, we offer the ability for individuals to grow within our organization through training, development and advancement opportunities.

Company Perks:

• Comprehensive benefits with low premiums starting day one
• 401k with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Company profit sharing
• Onsite barbershop / hair salon and fitness center
• Great team and team dynamics

Hesitant to apply because you may not meet every specific requirement? If this role is something you are interested in, but your previous experience doesn’t exactly align, we encourage you to apply! At our company we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We recognize that individuals with diverse experiences and backgrounds are essential to our success. You may be the perfect candidate for this role or others within our organization.

Our company is a designer and manufacturer of market-leading brands that help enable people to live safer, healthier, and more expressive lives. We operate with three segments: Building Products, Consumer Products and Sustainable Energy Solutions. Our emphasis on innovation and transformation extends to building products including water systems, heating and cooling solutions, architectural and acoustical grid ceilings and metal framing and accessories, and consumer products in tools, outdoor living and celebrations categories sold under brand names Coleman®, Bernzomatic®, Balloon Time®, Level5 Tools®, Mag Torch®, Well-X-Trol®, General®, Garden-Weasel®, Pactool International® and Hawkeye™. We also serve the growing global hydrogen ecosystem through on-board fueling systems and gas containment solutions.

We are value-added partner to customers, featuring a wide variety of highly engineered products across Tools, Outdoor Living, and Celebrations. At our Chilton, WI facility we produce handheld torches and propane tanks which are essential for camping adventure and DYI’s. 

Our company, and its subsidiaries, is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, disability or veteran’s status.

Please contact Laurin at lladner@fmi.vet for more information.