Trainer

About the role

PaperTech is a leading manufacturer of pressed paperboard packaging, providing customized dual-ovenable food trays and other high-quality products to customers in food distribution throughout North America. Our products are made of 90% or greater renewable sustainable materials. PaperTech is committed to environmental stewardship and is well-positioned to benefit from the accelerating shift away from single-use plastics. With accelerating organic growth opportunities, this is an exciting time in the company's history.

This is a full-time, non-exempt, 1st shift position. The regular work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Additional hours, overtime, weekends, or schedule adjustments may be required based on business needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead onboarding and training for new team members, including coordination and development of temporary-to-hire team members.
• Create and implement visual work instructions and hands-on training tools that support different learning styles and drive consistency on the production floor.
• Establish and maintain training matrices and certification tracking to ensure all team members are properly trained, qualified, and current in their roles.
• Partner with Shift Supervisors to determine the most effective methods for achieving productivity, quality, and on-time delivery targets.
• Motivate and coach team members to improve performance while maintaining high standards for safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Foster a team-oriented environment that encourages accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Communicate regularly with leadership to identify training needs and develop structured training and development plans.
• Ensure training programs and documentation are audit-ready and compliant with company, customer, and regulatory requirements (including HACCP and safety standards).
• Design, coordinate, and deliver training programs across all levels of the manufacturing team.
• Provide hands-on guidance, instruction, and support to team members on the production floor.
• Evaluate employee performance and provide coaching to improve skills, consistency, and overall effectiveness.
• Provide targeted coaching and retraining for team members needing skill improvement or performance support.
• Work with Shift Supervisors to maximize manpower during vacations, breaks, and absenteeism.
• Monitor the production floor to ensure compliance with all safety standards, including HACCP requirements.
• Monitor labor and material usage to ensure resources are aligned with production goals.
• Enforce accountability for proper time usage, including adherence to break schedules and minimizing downtime.
• Aid in identifying root causes of production issues and support implementation of corrective actions.
• Ensure all team members are treated with respect and dignity, reinforcing a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
• Follow all food and personal safety rules and regulations in respect to GMP’s, OSHA, HACCP, the Global Food Safety Initiative, the site SQF program as stated in the FS&Q Policy, HSE, and sanitation guidelines as set forth by the company.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment required; training or leadership experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of production processes, safety standards, and quality systems (HACCP knowledge preferred).
• Experience developing training materials, standard work, and documentation preferred.
• Proven ability to coach, motivate, and develop employees at varying skill levels.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with supervisors and cross-functional teams.
• Hands-on, floor-focused leadership style with strong problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Skills

• Leadership & Team Development
• Communication & Coaching
• Accountability & Execution
• Safety & Quality Focus
• Training Development & Documentation
• Continuous Improvement & Problem Solving

Benefits

• Paid Time Off and company-paid holidays
• Contemporary technologies and systems
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans available
• 401(k)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave

Pay

Pay is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The regular work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Additional hours, overtime, weekends, or schedule adjustments may be required based on business needs.