Business Trainee

Duties & Responsibilities 

Tasks related to this position may vary and are not limited to those listed below: 

• Follow all safety rules, ISO standards, policies, and procedures. 

• Learn all aspects of corrugated manufacturing operations through structured training and hands-on experience. 

• Gain exposure to production planning, scheduling, workflow management, and operational processes. 

• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and waste reduction. 

• Analyze production data, performance metrics, and operating efficiencies. 

• Assist with identifying and resolving production and equipment-related issues. 

• Participate in troubleshooting machinery and manufacturing processes. 

• Learn reporting systems, production tracking, and operational performance measurements. 

• Support projects related to process improvements and cost reduction initiatives. 

• Maintain a safe and clean work environment. 

• Attend training programs, workshops, and professional development opportunities. 

• Assist with machine operation and production activities while maintaining awareness of safety hazards, pinch points, and operating procedures. 

• Operate forklifts, as needed, following all safety requirements. 

Preferred Skill Set 

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills. 

• Ability to learn manufacturing systems and business processes. 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. 

• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals. 

• Self-motivated with a desire to grow into a leadership role. 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. 

Qualifications 

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Business, Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations Management, or related field preferred. 

• Manufacturing experience preferred, especially within the corrugated packaging industry. 

• Certified forklift operator or willingness to obtain certification. 

• Strong organizational and time-management skills. 

• Results-oriented and able to work independently and within a team environment. 

• Demonstrated problem-solving capabilities. 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 

• Willingness to work flexible shifts as business needs require. 

• Willingness to relocate for future advancement opportunities. 

• Desire to develop into a Production Supervisor and manufacturing leadership role. 

Physical Requirements 

• Regularly stand, walk, and communicate throughout the manufacturing facility. 

• Frequently bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach. 

• Regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. 

• Work safely around moving equipment, forklifts, and production machinery. 

• Maintain awareness of surroundings, machine pinch points, and safety hazards. 

• Possess close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.