Trainer - Tetra Pak Filler

Position: On the Job Trainer - Tetra Pak Filler
Location: West Jefferson

** Brand:
** Michael Foods Inc.

** Categories:
** Operations Production

** Locations:
** West Jefferson, Ohio

** Position Type:
** Regular Full-Time

** Remote Eligible:
** No

** Req :
** 31124

** Job Description*
* ** 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
** _._

** Location Description*
* Michael Foods, Inc. located in the Village of West Jefferson, OH, is located just minutes from the western suburbs of Columbus and about 20 minutes to the west of downtown. We are proud to be Michael Foods' most recent greenfield project, producing high quality protein shakes serving people all around the world. It's our honor to continue our strong commitment to our employees, our community, and our environment.

** Responsibilities*
* ** POSITION SUMMARY**  **:*
* The On-the-job Trainer will provide training and guidance to new hires, transfers and other employees within the plant as needed. S/he will assist with development of new training and review existing training.  The On-the-job Trainer will support multiple departments across the West Jefferson location.

This position always has the responsibility to comply with Safety work rules  as well as an obligation to reinforce Safety as a Core Value. Ensures 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:

*
* + Provide training and guidance for new hires, transfers and other employees within the plant as needed. This includes training and validation of training with respect to employee performance against established training objectives.

+ Ensure the Safety and JHAs are completed for new hires and transfers.

+ Work with employees to complete their Skills Assessment paperwork for position qualification.

+ Make recommendation of additional skill requirements/development and cross-training as needed.

+ Develop OJT training programs and participate on teams developing training plans and OJT programs.

+ Assist in developing work instructions, checklists and visual aids.

+ Assist with new employee orientation (as a back-up),

+ Follow up on a regular, planned schedule, to answer questions and verify proficiency and understanding.

+ Conduct cross training as needed.

+ 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.

+ 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.

+ During non-training or non-production periods, the OJT may be called upon to perform in other capacities such as: working on problem solving, continuous improvement or safety programs/training; cross training; verifying procedures for accuracy; and assist in general housekeeping activities. Will be assisting production when needed.

+ Periodic attendance of training seminars. (Some will require out of town or overnight arrangements.)

+ Ability to work on any shift as needed to meet internal customer training needs.

+ Assume personal responsibility to ensure 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 Quality work practices, follows GMP's, maintain sanitary conditions and ensure that product quality is maintained. Report to management any conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety and quality.

+ Able to work overtime, holidays, and support alternate manufacturing shifts.

+ Ensures regulatory compliance at all times.

+ Perform other duties as assigned.

** Qualifications*
* *
* QUALIFICATIONS:

*
* ** EDUCATION AND EXPEREINCE

REQUIRED:

*
* + High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent

+ Proven ability to work with and teach employees with diverse backgrounds and learning methods/abilities.

+ Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations in English. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and in group situations. Ability to respond to questions from internal/external customers/vendors at all levels including management.

** PREFERRED EDUCATION,

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

*
* + Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience.

+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Bilingual (English/Spanish)…