FOOD MANUFACTURING TRAINER

Key Duties And Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve Sauer Brands manufacturing processes through training of the workforce to be more proficient and efficient in work duties.
• Train employees in operating machines proficiently and safely.
• Implement and ensure standard work is being conducted throughout the manufacturing process.
• Conduct initial training/retraining as necessary to ensure proper SQF and safety procedures are being followed.
• Collaborate closely with supervisors to develop training/cross training plans to minimize gaps in employee development and machine downtime.
• Provides assessment and feedback to supervisors and human resources on employee progression and development as needed.
• Plays an integral part in Pay-for-Skills development program by confirming skills for next level are met and at a proficient enough level for employee to be considered fully trained.

Qualifications

• Regular attendance is an essential part of this function.
• Adhere to all safety, operating, AIB, and GMP procedures.
• Notify management of any potentially dangerous safety hazards.
• Train co-workers in operation of systems and procedures as directed.
• Adhere to good manufacturing practices (GMP's)
• New Hire onboarding.

What We Are Looking For

• Bilingual English Spanish preferred
• Prior machine operator experience required
• Proven record of prior training and leadership abilities
• Good interpersonal skills with “can do” attitude
• Strong organizational, communication and assessment skills
• Associate degree preferred or equivalent combination of High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED) and experience
• Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms
• Regularly lift and or move up to 30 pounds
• Create training documents and maintain training records
• Accurately perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division functions as required for efficient materials management and production
• Familiar with Microsoft suite: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.

Benefits

• 401K plan matching
• Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage
• Accrued vacation and 9 paid Holidays
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee and Dependent Life Insurance
• Voluntary Disability Insurance

About the Role

The Food Manufacturing Trainer position is responsible for training employees in operating food production machinery to ensure they can perform their duties safely and efficiently. This role also involves collaborating with supervisors to develop training plans and assessing employee progress.