Operations Trainer

Operations Trainer

Location(s):
Jacksonville, FL, US, 32206 Function:
Manufacturing Audience:
Hourly Work Arrangement:
On Site

Promote our Safer Together culture, encouraging safety event reporting and assist Plant Safety team in safety investigations and root-case analysis as needed. Conduct training that supports new hire onboarding, supervisor development and policies and procedures pertaining to the operation of plant equipment and manufacturing procedures. Upskill and cross-train existing Plant workforce, including Operations Specialists and Shift Supervisors. Partner with the Training & Development Coordinator and Training & Development Pillar Leader to track and report on the effectiveness of training programs, adjusting as necessary to improve outcomes.

Facilitate On-the-Job Training (OJT) to ensure qualifications and remediations occur as needed by equipping supervisors, coordinators, and SMEs with the necessary skills and knowledge to train team members effectively. Regularly evaluate to ensure OJT is delivered consistently and maintaining training standards. Provide constructive and real-time feedback on training process and materials, needs and gaps. Collaborate with Training and Development Coordinator, providing regular updates on new hire progress.

Lead the qualification process, ensuring training milestones are being met. Partner with Operations Leadership to plan and execute skills assessments, utilizing an established certification process to ensure competency and identify areas for improvement. Write new and/or edits existing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), One-Point Lessons (OPLs) and other training materials. Teach in both hands-on/on-the-job settings (ex: equipment functionality, troubleshooting and upset condition response) and classroom style settings (ex.

new hire orientation). Assist employees in understanding the importance of TPM and their role in driving TPM progress at the plant. Attend daily meetings and planning sessions. Participate as a member of the T&D Pillar. Coordinate with Operations Leadership and Training and Development Coordinator on new hire schedules and management. Other responsibilities and tasks as assigned.

Skills and abilities

include: strong safety presence, on and off the line; skilled in training facilitation and committed to developing adult learning methodology; self-starter mindset; ability to work well with others with diverse backgrounds and at various organizational levels; team player with strong verbal and written communication skills; understanding of TPM theory; basic mathematical skills; strong organizational and multitasking abilities; flexibility to work nights, weekends and off-shifts as needed.

Computer and software competencies include: proficient in MS Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint; timely and professional email communication; previous LMS experience a plus.

Education and/or experience include: high school diploma or equivalent; college preferred; training and development experience in a manufacturing setting preferred; demonstrated experience and responsibility for adult learning, curriculum creation and curriculum delivery.

Essential physical requirements/work environment include: ability to routinely lift up to 40 lbs without assistance; ability to routinely lift up to 80 lbs with assistance; this position may work up to 12 hours in extreme hot/cold manufacturing environment; walk/stand continuously for up to 12 hours; willingness to travel 10% of the time; ability to safely bend, twist, and squat; routinely ascend and descend stairs and ladders as work area requires;

adapt to rotating shift work if needed for training purposes; pass pre-employment drug screening, background check, and health screen.