Pick Your Path
At UFP Industries, we encourage continual learning. And you’ll learn, all right. You’ll learn about our industry and markets. About how to be the best at your job. About perseverance and how to grow your success in ways you hadn’t considered. And about how hard work and fun can go hand-in-hand.
Pick your path—whether it’s agricultural products or building materials, sales or plant management—and start learning. If other paths interest you along the way, or if you want to look at other companies in our family, explore them. UFP Industries is committed to rewarding skill, dedication, and an entrepreneurial attitude with opportunities for growth.
Various Training Programs
Training PRogram
Production Management
The Production Management Trainee program is a 12-month program that prepares individuals for management positions throughout UFP Industries. The program provides extensive on-the-job training in a variety of operations positions, courses in the many facets of management, and self-study assignments.
Perks of the Program
- Bonus compensation
- Structured training program
- Dedicated mentor
- Opportunity for advancement
- Excellent long-term retention rates for program graduates
Career Growth Path
Production Management Trainee →Production Manager → Plant Manager → Operations Manager → Director of Operations
Training PRogram
Sales
The Sales Trainee program is a 12-month program that prepares future sales professionals by providing on-the-job and classroom training, mentoring, and a comprehensive understanding of the industry while enabling them to pursue a financially rewarding and prosperous sales career.
Perks of the Program
- Sales incentive compensation program
- Dedicated mentor
- Auto allowance
- Auto insurance reimbursement
- Travel/entertainment reimbursement
Career Growth Path Sales
Trainee → Account Manager → Senior Account Manager → Executive Account Manager → Regional Sales Manager
Training Program
Design
The Design Trainee Program is a 12-month program that provides the foundational skills individuals need to effectively design and engineer the products that support the construction industry.
Perks of the Program
- Structured, 6 weeks of classroom instruction
- Hands-on training
- Focused trainers and mentors
- Excellent team culture
- Opportunity for advancement
Career Growth Path
Design Trainee → Estimator → Designer → Senior Design Specialist → Professional Engineer
Training Program
Purchasing
The Purchasing Trainee program is an 8-week program that prepares individuals for various positions such as sales, production, or purchasing positions throughout UFP Industries. The program provides training about lumber basics, supply chain management, UFP structure & facilities, and purchasing operations. Training takes place in Windsor, CO and Union City, GA.
Perks of the Program
- Structured Training Program
- Dedicated Mentors
- Be trained by experts in the field
- Opportunity for advancement
- Excellent long term retention rates for program graduates
- Opportunities for different positions at different locations throughout UFP
Career Growth Path
Purchasing Trainee → Assistant Buyer → Buyer/Analyst → Senior Buyer/National Buyer → Purchasing Manager → Segment VP/Director → VP of Purchasing
Working at UFP
A Day in the Life
Curious about your day-to-day routine at UFP? Explore the day in the life experiences of a variety of our roles by clicking the button below and begin to envison your future with us!
Career Development Opportunities
Career Development
Production Management
When you join our production team, you will work in a hands-on collaborative environment with the ability to see your work come together in an end product every day.
Career Development
Sales
Our sales positions are the foundation of our business. In these roles, you'll gain a comprehensive understanding of the industry as you pursue a lucrative and rewarding career in sales. We foster a work hard, play hard culture, and believe our customer relationships are the key to our success.
Career Development
Design
Our designers take on complex and challenging projects while enjoying the benefits of teamwork, support, and a culture of achievement. The design career path is rewarding for individuals who like to exercise creativity and problem-solving skills to bring architectural concepts into reality.
Career Development
Safety
Our safety team is dedicated to ensuring the well-being and protection of our employees, customers, and assets. These positions are responsible for the coordination, facilitation, and supervision of the facility's safety programs and initiatives.
Career Development
Purchasing
Our purchasing team plays an important role within the company’s operations. They work closely with vendors, buyers, and effectively source and procure wood and related products for UFP facilities. By leveraging their expertise in sourcing, negotiation, and supplier management, the purchasing department contributes to the overall success and profitability of the organization.
Career Development
Transportation
Our transportation department is made up of three divisions: Operations, Private Fleet, and Planning & Analysis. No matter which path you chose, you’ll be a part of an essential team responsible for delivering goods and ensuring smooth operations.
Build Your Future. Not Your Debt.
UFP Business School
Our program will provide the education you need to advance your career without incurring any debt. Sounds crazy, right? It’s not. We are investing in your talent and future so that you can grow your career without a heavy financial burden. Our model allows you to focus on learning and growing, not how much it is costing you. Let’s do this together…Building Your Future. Not Your Debt.