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Training Manager - Distribution Center

AutoZone · Providence Forge, VA · 2 mo ago
On-siteManagementFull-time

Responsibilities

  • Lead the “Train the Trainer” Program
  • Identify and evaluate trainer needs quarterly
  • Select and develop trainers collaboratively with advisors
  • Facilitate engaging training sessions to ensure consistent instruction
  • Track and monitor trainer performance, providing ongoing feedback and adjustments
  • Empower New Hires for Success
  • Ensure new hires receive structured training aligned with operational demands
  • Assign trainers, evaluate progress, and provide personalized coaching
  • Conduct one-on-one check-ins to reinforce learning and address gaps
  • Maintain accurate training records to track development milestones
  • Enhance Workplace Safety & Compliance
  • Partner with the DC Safety Manager to address incidents and refine training materials
  • Facilitate safety certifications and retraining programs as needed
  • Proactively adapt training content to prevent workplace risks
  • Drive Operational Excellence & Continuous Learning
  • Monitor turnover and injury statistics by trainer and department to optimize training efforts
  • Conduct quarterly reviews and training updates to align with business needs
  • Organize mentor programs to foster growth among employees
  • Collaborate & Innovate
  • Work alongside management teams to identify skill gaps and implement solutions
  • Provide leadership in DC orientation and assist in broader training initiatives
  • Ensure seamless cross-training opportunities for trainers across departments

Requirements

  • Experience: Minimum of 3 years in a supervisory/advisor role; prior training experience preferred.
  • Skills: Exceptional communication, coaching abilities, adaptability, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.
  • Certifications: Must be certified to operate Powered Industrial Equipment (PIE).

Qualifications

  • Exceptional Communication: Strong people skills and effective communication in both Spanish and English.
  • Leadership: 1-2 years of supervisory experience in a similar setting.
  • High Volume: 1-2 years of warehouse experience in a high-volume distribution or logistics environment.

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