Trainer - Warehouse Operations

Division: Southern Pine

About Us

Privately owned and operated with 100+ years of historical strength and stability. Dedicated to supporting internal career growth through on-the-job training, learning, and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

• Two weeks paid vacation within first year
• Comprehensive Medical Preferred Provider Plan
• Dental, vision, and flex spending
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company-paid life insurance ($50,000)
• Additional optional insurance (accident, critical illness, universal life, home & auto)
• Paid maternity & paternity leave
• Paid holiday & sick time
• 401(k) match (50% on first 6%; plus an additional annual match of up to 3%)
• Exclusive employee discounts (cell phone, event tickets, gym membership, car buying, hotels, car rentals, technology needs, and more)
• Competitive compensation
• CDL Tuition Program reimbursable up to $5,250 for CDL school tuition

About the Role

Trainer - Warehouse Operations is responsible for identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others for all shipping and receiving positions. Trainers will develop and use agreed-upon metrics to measure the success of associates during and after training. Metrics results will be reported weekly.

Responsibilities

• Assures that employees get the training needed to meet day-to-day activities and long-term planning
• Plans, develops, and provides warehouse training and staff developmental programs using methods such as classroom training, demonstrations, on-the-job training, meetings, conferences, and workshops regarding shipping and receiving
• Works closely with warehouse leadership to clearly identify training needs and develop plans to meet those needs
• Provides materials and resources that motivate personnel to learn
• Develops training status and metrics reports for regular communication to department leadership
• Ensures that employees participate in all required warehouse shipping and receiving training
• Analyzes training needs to recommend new or improved warehouse training programs or modify and improve existing programs
• Conducts or arranges for ongoing personal training and development as needed
• Organizes warehouse training manuals, multimedia visual aids, and other educational materials, including testing and evaluation procedures
• Responsible for monthly Safety Training completion for all warehouse associates
• Conducts PIT certification and verifies PIT inspections are completed daily for applicable associates
• Partners with department leadership in preparation for new hire interviews
• Performs appropriate duties as assigned by management

Requirements

• Minimum of 18 years old
• Valid driver’s license required and obligation to maintain compliance with UNITED fleet policy
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required by position and compliance with UNITED safety policies
• Regular and prompt attendance is an essential function of the job
• Ability to read, write, and speak English
• Ability to maintain a neat professional appearance within Company guidelines
• Ability to maintain safety and security of Company assets
• Ability to utilize all Company-provided resources and technology
• Associate degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; or 12 months to 3 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to become certified in forklift, riding pallet jack, and motorized vehicles
• Ability to work in a team environment, resolve conflicts, and possess effective communication skills (verbal, reading, writing, calculating figures, and percentages)
• Ability to demonstrate leadership, planning, and organizational skills
• Willingness to work weekends, holidays, or flexible schedule as required
• Ability to problem-solve
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Training Needs Analysis, evaluation, and transfer of learning
• Facilitation of instructor-led and self-paced learning
• Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects
• Ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Ability to travel up to 15%
• Warehouse inventory experience preferred

Schedule

Monday to Friday, hours may vary.

Physical Requirements

Position will be required to comply with the CCBCU Personal Protective Equipment Program. Position is required to wear safety-toed shoes when performing the following tasks: Operating Powered Industrial Equipment or Working in an Area where Powered Industrial Equipment is in use, Fleet Maintenance, Working with Palletized Product, Use of Hand Trucks/Dollies to Deliver Product, Cooler Services, etc.

Requirement Frequency Sit Repeatedly = 51%-75% (5-6 hrs) Stand Frequently = 26%-50% (3-4 hrs) Walk Frequently = 26%-50% (3-4 hrs) Bend Frequently = 26%-50% (3-4 hrs) Kneel/Squat Frequently = 26%-50% (3-4 hrs) Climb Stairs Frequently = 26%-50% (3-4 hrs) Crawling Occasionally = 2%-25% (1-2 hrs) Overhead Reach Occasionally = 2%-25% (1-2 hrs) Typing Repeatedly = 51%-75% (5-6 hrs) Vehicle Operation Occasionally = 2%-25% (1-2 hrs) PPE/Special Clothing Continuously = 76%-100% (7+ hrs) Grasp Repeatedly = 51%-75% (5-6 hrs) Push/Pull Repeatedly = 51%-75% (5-6 hrs) Fine Manipulation Repeatedly = 51%-75% (5-6 hrs) Lift up to 50 lbs Occasionally = 2%-25% (1-2 hrs) Carry up to 50 lbs Occasionally = 2%-25% (1-2 hrs) Pushing up to 50 lbs Frequently = 26%-50% (3-4 hrs) Pulling up to 50 lbs Frequently = 26%-50% (3-4 hrs) Exposure to Water Frequently = 26%-50% (3-4 hrs) Exposure to Chemicals Frequently = 26%-50% (3-4 hrs) Exposure to Weather Frequently = 26%-50% (3-4 hrs) Exposure to Noise Frequently = 26%-50% (3-4 hrs)