Operation Leadership Development Program (OLDP) – Manufacturing Operations

Job Description

Operations Leadership Development Program | Price Industries

The Tone:
This is an Operations Leadership Development Program role at Price Industries, offering a unique opportunity for future leaders. Price Industries is the forefront leader in non-residential air distribution products across North America, a privately held family company with 75 years of heritage and a deep commitment to innovation. This program is designed as an adventure to nurture passionate and adaptable individuals, providing a holistic understanding of the organization’s mission and vision through diverse roles and mentorship. Participants will gain valuable experience crucial for shaping Price Industries’ future within our manufacturing facilities across multiple locations.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career Leadership Development
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person Suwanee, GA; Winder, GA; Casa Grande, AZ
• Mission: To develop future leaders with a love for manufacturing, preparing them to excel in pivotal roles within Price Industries by enhancing their technical skills and leadership potential.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Manufacturing Engineering: Participate in diverse projects spanning shop floor process improvement, product costing, design work, capital expenditures, and new product development to enhance manufacturability.
• Safety: Actively install safety devices on machinery, conduct reviews of existing employee safety programs, and implement crucial enhancements to foster a safer work environment.
• Quality: Partner with manufacturing and customer service to resolve customer issues, administer the ISO 9001 quality system, and lead initiatives to improve product quality.
• Value Stream: Exercise leadership to guide teams in ensuring on-time customer order shipments and optimizing shop floor operations using strategic approaches.
• Project Management: Take responsibility for overseeing capital projects from their initial conception through to completion, including defining requirements, setting timelines, and managing budgets to streamline overall operations.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level program for individuals demonstrating a strong interest in manufacturing and potential for leadership, targeting the 2026-2027 class.
• Experience: No specific prior experience is required; the program focuses on developing individuals through diverse roles in engineering, supervision, and management.
• Skills: Potential for leadership, adaptability, problem-solving, and a strong interest in manufacturing processes.