Production Trainer
Job Grade: S7
Typical Hours: 4:30 am – 3:30 pm
Typical Schedule: Monday – Thursday
Position Summary
The Production Trainer conducts all internal position-specific training as described in the Cheese department's production procedures. Upkeep of all training materials and record-keeping of all training sessions will also fall under this position.
Essential Functions
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Responsible for training all employees, and responsible for the accuracy of the entire forklift training and recertification program.
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New hire training on all packaging room positions.
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Responsible for delivering all new hire production orientation training for cheese plant new hires.
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Assists the manager and supervisors with the creation and review of all SOP’s.
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Assist in both safety/QA investigations that require procedure analysis or review.
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Assist Production Supervisors to ensure all shifts are consistently performing tasks uniformly according to SOP’s.
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Coordinate the training of all non-packaging room positions throughout Cheese Plant.
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Conducts 2-week review for all new hires in the Cheese Plant and assists leads/supervisors on 30 and 60-day reviews.
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Effectively communicate with leads/supervisors/managers on employee progress, strengths, weaknesses, and needs.
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Act as a role model for new Valley Queen employees.
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Assists the Safety Department in performing job specific safety tasks (PPE analysis, Job Hazard Analysis, etc.)
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Follow all GMP’s and personal hygiene standards to ensure the production of safe quality products that meet customer specifications.
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Expected to enter employee file notes as often as appropriate.
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Actively participate and provide input in the interview process for new cheese plant employees.
Required Education and Experience
Bilingual in English/Spanish. High School Diploma or GED is required for this position. Current forklift certification required. Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
