LEAP - Operations Trainee Program

Job description

Posting ID: 29255 Position Type: Regular City: Urbana, AR, United States Location: Urbana Plant - Canfor Southern Pine, Inc About the Role: Canfor’s LEAP (Leadership Exposure Acceleration Program) – Operations Management Trainee Program is a fast-tracked leadership development opportunity for high-potential early-career professionals who are interested in building a long-term career in manufacturing leadership. Through structured rotations, hands-on operational experience, mentorship and targeted leadership development, participants gain exposure to all aspects of the mill operations and are prepared for future supervisor roles. This is a 1-year program; upon successful completion, you will transition into a managerial role at the plant. What You Will Do: - Complete full-mill operational rotations across production, maintenance, safety, and continuous improvement - Work closely with mill leadership, subject matter experts, and mentors to develop leadership and people-management skills - Gain hands-on experience supervising teams in a manufacturing environment - Participate in structured technical and leadership training - Build strong knowledge of Canfor systems, safety culture, an...