W12 - Warehouse Trainer - 1st Shift

Pay Range: $23 to $25 per hour (depending on shift schedule + equipment/driver certification)

Pay Incentives

• Attendance Incentive - Up to $2400 bonus for good attendance
• Referral Bonus - Up to $500 per referral
• Hiring Bonus - Up to $1000

About the Role

RJW Logistics Group is dedicated to hiring and developing talent who want to make an impact and be a part of an industry-leading organization. At RJW, we are committed to our employees’ success and to producing continuous innovation that drives the retail logistics industry forward.

Employee Ownership Program

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our Employee Ownership Program—an exciting opportunity designed to empower, motivate, and reward our dedicated team members.

• Ownership Stake: Become a co-owner of the company and take pride in knowing that your hard work directly contributes to your own financial growth and the company's prosperity.
• Financial Rewards: Enjoy the potential for increased earnings through share appreciation.
• Sense of Belonging: Feel a deeper connection and commitment to your work as you become an integral part of the company's journey and success story.
• Community and Collaboration: Join a community of like-minded individuals who are equally invested in the company's mission and vision, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Cost: The program costs nothing to you. As long as you are employed with RJW, you will enjoy the benefits of the program. Additionally, shares will be given to you on a yearly basis based on salary.

Purpose

The Warehouse Trainer is responsible for the hands-on training of all new personnel and other warehouse employees. The Warehouse Trainer will train on best practices and provide on-the-job training. This person will also have the opportunity to participate in scout assignments across the network as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-the-job training to equipment operators and other warehouse employees.
• Conduct training sessions for new hires and provide ongoing hands-on training to warehouse pickers and employees.
• Comply with all company policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.
• Plan and schedule tasks, handling multiple tasks at once.
• Maintain all training records for required regulatory purposes and mandatory internally required instruction.
• Perform work safely and in accordance with company and customer standards and safety regulations. Report unsafe conditions or accidents to the appropriate personnel.
• Understand various teaching methods and provide constructive feedback while maintaining a positive rapport with employees.
• Conduct all monthly safety refresher training and post-accident safety refresher training.
• Work off shifts as needed for training demands and operate as a forklift operator when required.
• Train new Trainers as per RJW policy and SOPs.
• Communicate daily with trainers and assist as needs arise.
• Implement all SOPs during training.
• Ensure all trainers follow guidelines and cross-train associates as needed.
• Maintain SOP spreadsheets for weekly recaps and audit preparation.
• Ensure data entry is updated weekly.
• Implement all safety guidelines during training, including driving equipment.
• Travel to all buildings as needed as a trainer lead.
• Primarily work mid-shift to cover both shifts or as needed.
• Fill in when other trainers are off or on vacation.
• Ensure compliance with quarterly audits.
• Open tickets with MIS for any issues and resolve them.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Basic knowledge of training techniques or job training.
• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 6 months of experience.
• Ability to communicate, read, write, and speak English.
• Ability to read, analyze, and write, and effectively follow orders and respond to questions from management.

Physical Demands

• Occasionally reach, lift, and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Regularly work in an indoor/office environment and use repetitive hand motion.
• Frequently talk, hear, stand, and walk.
• Work in excess of continuous 8 hours when required.
• Ability to read and discern visual images with 20/20 corrected vision.
• Speak and communicate clearly over telephones.
• Sound physical health as determined by a certified licensed physician with no evidence of the use of controlled substances.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment will range from quiet to moderately loud.

Benefits

• 401(k) & 401(k) Matching
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Employee Discount
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Paid Time Off & Sick Days
• Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Accidental & Critical Illness Insurance