The Warehouse Operations Trainer is responsible for overseeing new hire training, remedial post-accident/incident training, and annual compliance training in a manner consistent with company service and cost objectives. The Trainer delivers structured onboarding and hands-on training for new warehouse associates, trains employees on company standard operating procedures, food safety protocols, and workplace safety requirements.
Requirements
- Ability to deliver clear, effective hands-on training and classroom instruction
- Skilled at breaking down complex processes into simple, teachable steps
- Strong coaching and mentoring abilities to support employees at all skill levels
- Competence in developing or updating training materials, SOPs, and job aids
- Deep understanding of distribution workflows: receiving, put-away, picking, loading, replenishment, slotting, and inventory control
- Knowledge of food distribution handling practices, including FIFO rotation, Cold-chain requirements, Allergen separation
- Skilled in operating and training others on material-handling equipment (MHE): pallet jacks, forklifts, reach trucks, etc.
- Strong understanding of OSHA regulations and workplace safety standards
- Knowledge of HACCP principles, sanitation practices, and food safety compliance
- Ability to train employees on PPE, equipment safety, accident prevention, and emergency procedures
- Able to maintain accurate documentation for audits and compliance reviews
- Proficiency with warehouse technology such as: RF scanners, Voice-picking systems, Warehouse Management Systems
- Ability to quickly learn new systems and train others effectively
- Basic data entry and documentation skills
- Strong verbal communication for teaching, coaching, and giving feedback
- Clear, concise written communication for training records and materials
- Ability to build trust and work collaboratively with employees, supervisors, and cross-functional teams
- Skilled at managing diverse learning styles and personalities
- Ability to observe work processes and identify skill gaps or training needs
- Strong troubleshooting skills for operational issues, equipment misuse, or process deviations
- Competence in evaluating employee performance and implementing targeted coaching
- Ability to coordinate training around production needs and staffing levels
- Skilled at managing multiple trainees, schedules, and development plans at once
- Strong follow-through to ensure training completion, documentation, and practical evaluations
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401k Matching
- Retirement Plan
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Long-Term Disability Insurance
