JP On the Job Trainer

Business Unit Overview

Michael Foods, Inc. is a leader in the food processing and distribution industry with business in egg products, refrigerated grocery and potato products. We offer exciting job possibilities throughout our organization where you can enhance your career, sharpen your talents and make an impact. Join our company and be part of an innovative team that’s First in Food.

Michael Foods, Inc. located in Elizabeth, New Jersey has a proud history dating back to the founding our our Country. Elizabeth is a great American City.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The purpose of this position is to provide On-The-Job Training to new, entry-level, or transferred employees in the operation of plant and/or department equipment and work instructions and to assist in the developing and delivery of other training, i.e. orientation, quality assurance, safety, problem solving and continuous improvement training.

This position is also responsible for the tracking of authorized training for skilled positions in operation and maintenance.

This position has the responsibility to comply with safety work rules at all times as well as an obligation to reinforce safety as a core value. Ensure that all policies, procedures, and activities related to food safety & quality are followed and complied with uniformly to reduce product and process variability.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Team player who aligns and upholds our values:
  Teamwork, Accountability, Innovation and Continuous Improvement and passion for customer and consumers.
• Attendance is essential to perform duties.
• Attend and actively participate in safety meetings and trainings.
• Always ensure regulatory compliance
• Develop OJT training programs and participate on teams developing training plans and OJT programs.
• Responsible to oversee and implement the Employee Training Qualification Program for Operations employees.
• Train and assess the performance of trainees against established training objectives.
• Recommend additional training or skill requirement as needed.
• Assist in developing Work Instructions, checklists, and visual aids.
• Conduct new employee orientation, OJT/classroom training and certification. Follow up on a regular, planned schedule to answer questions and verify proficiency.
• Conduct cross training and annual re-qualification. Support employees who have questions or need additional assistance in understanding their job responsibilities.
• Maintain files of training materials. Maintain organized log(s) of all training conducted.
• During non-training or non-production periods, the OJT trainer may be called upon to perform in other capacities such as: working on problem solving, continuous improvement or safety programs/training; cross training of operators; assist with training programs in other departments; check for correct procedure and accuracy; and assist in general housekeeping activities.
• Periodic attendance of training seminars, of which some will require out of town or overnight arrangements.
• Perform all training in full compliance with all company, state and/or federal safety and environmental regulations.
• Notify designated personnel of any irregularities in materials, process, or equipment.
• Assist with the development, implementation, and updating of required written safety and health programs and plans. These may include, as needed:
  Hazard Communication Program, Exposure Control Program (Bloodborne Pathogens), Hazard Assessment and Personal Protective Equipment Program (PPE), Respiratory Protection Program, Chemical Safety, Hazard Communication Program, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Confined Space Entry Program, Emergency Action Plan.
• Ensure monthly safety and other compliance trainings and all other specifically required training is provided for all employees.
• Designated 1st shift, with additional hours as needed. Ability to work on any shift as needed to meet internal customer training needs.
• Accountable for a safe and healthy workplace for everyone. Adhere to all safety policies and procedures and incorporate safety and health in all jobs and tasks.
• Adhere to safe work practices, follow GMPs and HACCP guidelines, maintain sanitary…