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Management Trainee

Confidential Client•Manufacturing & Industrial
Entry LevelFull-timeOn-Site$56,852
Onalaska, Wisconsin
A Day Ago

The Management Trainee program at Confidential Client offers a comprehensive rotational experience across multiple business departments, focusing on developing leadership skills and operational knowledge. Trainees engage in sales, customer service, and management activities while collaborating with experienced leaders and participating in professional development opportunities. This role prepares individuals for future career advancement within the company through hands-on experience and structured training.

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About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Engineering.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.


What You’ll Do

This Management Trainee program is a hands-on, rotational leadership development role designed to prepare you for management positions across operations, sales, and service. You will:

  • Rotate through multiple departments (Outside Sales, Production/Warehouse Management, Office Management, Service Management) to learn daily operations and leadership responsibilities.
  • Support outside sales activities — prospecting, customer visits, and relationship-building.
  • Provide excellent customer service by responding to inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
  • Analyze sales and operational data to support business decisions and identify improvement opportunities.
  • Collaborate with leaders on projects that improve operational efficiency and sales performance.
  • Participate in professional development events such as Executive Leadership Seminars and Divisional Summits.

Skills & Qualifications

Required

  • Must have, or will obtain, a Bachelor’s degree within six months of hire.
  • Meet Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements for operating regulated vehicles over 10,000 lbs. Prior to your first day you must:
    • Have an active driver’s license
    • Be at least 21 years of age
    • Obtain DOT medical certification
    • Provide documentation of prior employment (as required by DOT)
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Willingness to learn and take on varied responsibilities during rotations

Preferred Qualifications

  • Co-op or internship experience in customer service, sales, production, or administrative roles
  • Academic major in business or a related field
  • Leadership experience in campus organizations or extracurricular activities
  • Willingness to relocate regionally during, or at the conclusion of, the program

Compensation & Benefits

  • Estimated base salary: $56,852 per year (estimated by source)
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision options (multiple plans; one plan may be offered at zero employee premium)
  • 401(k) with company match and profit sharing / Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Company-paid disability, life, and AD&D insurance
  • Paid time off and observed holidays
  • Skills development, training, and clear career advancement pathways

Program Details & Location

  • Employment type: Full Time (internship opportunities may exist within program structure)
  • Schedule: 1st Shift
  • Location: Onalaska, WI — this role is tied to the Onalaska area and may require regional relocation during or after the program.
  • This program is intended for candidates who want a structured leadership track with real ownership of projects and exposure to multiple business functions.

Additional Notes

Confidential Client (via Careertakes) is committed to fair hiring practices. This posting will remain open for at least five (5) days. Applicants should ensure they meet DOT and other role-specific requirements prior to their start date.


Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.

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