Operations Management Trainee
southern lumber millworkCharleston (SC)
About the role
Build a Career in Operations
Southern Lumber & Millwork has been serving builders, contractors, architects, and homeowners throughout the Charleston area for more than 85 years. As a family-owned and operated building materials supplier, we specialize in lumber, windows, doors, custom millwork, and construction materials.
We are seeking a motivated Operations Management Trainee to learn the inner workings of our business through hands‑on experience and mentorship from experienced leaders.
This is a competitive opportunity designed for individuals who want to grow their knowledge of operations, logistics, inventory management, distribution, customer service, and the building materials industry. Through a structured training plan, you gain exposure to multiple departments and learn how they work together to deliver the Southern Difference.
Rather than being assigned to a single department, you'll spend time learning various areas of our operation while developing the skills needed to take on greater responsibilities in the future.
What You’ll Learn
Receiving and inventory management
Warehouse and distribution operations
Shipping and order fulfillment
Fleet operations and truck logistics
Customer service and sales support
Building materials operations
Process improvement and operational efficiency
Team communication and leadership fundamentals
Safety and quality standards
Preferred Qualifications:
Warehouse operations
Distribution center operations
Building materials or lumber
Construction industry experience
Logistics and transportation
Inventory management
Manufacturing operations
Team lead, supervisor, or leadership experience
We are willing to train the right individual, but candidates should have a strong work ethic, professional experience, and a desire to continue developing their career.
Open to already local candidates only.
Compensation & Benefits:
Paid every Friday + overtime available weekly
Full‑time schedule Monday‑Friday with weekends and holidays off
Benefits package including health, dental, vision, and more
Work Location: In person
Requirements:
Ability to lift 50+ lbs consistently
Ability to read, write, and speak English and Spanish fluently is a major plus!
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