Warehouse Trainer - 12 Months

NRI - NRI Distribution Inc; Brampton; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff purchase program

Staff benefits plan

Flexible and fun work environment

Internal opportunities

Job summary

NRI Distribution Inc. is seeking a dedicated Trainer to lead training across all warehouse functions. You will mentor new hires, promote best practices, support SOP development, and foster a positive team environment.

The role is a 12-month contract with potential extension or conversion to a permanent position. Standard shift is Monday–Friday, 7:00am–3:30pm, on-site in Brampton, Canada, with opportunities to grow within the organization.

Qualifications

• 12+ months of training experience, warehouse environment a plus.
• Proficient with or willing to learn Microsoft 365 (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel, and SharePoint).
• Must have physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs., walk/stand for extended periods, climb stairs, and tolerate dust/noise/heat/cold.

Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate training for new hires and existing employees.
• Coach and inspire employees to meet and exceed performance metrics.
• Assist in creating training programs by assessing gaps and updating SOPs.
• Demonstrate positive communication and team-building with trainees.
• Ensure compliance with all safety policies and report unsafe activities.
• Maintain training logs and documentation.
• Keep work areas clean and safe at all times.
• Perform other duties as requested.
• Promote staff purchase program and benefits.

Skills

Fast learner

SOP literacy

Patience

Constructive feedback

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

As a Trainer, you will be the face of NRI by training on all functions related to our warehouse team members. The Trainer's focus is delivering outstanding team member experience, best practices, safety, and SOP complaint aid in the development of the training program. The Trainer is to be a mentor to all new employees and helps create and demonstrate NRI team spirit.

Note that this role is for 12 months with the possibility of extension or conversion to a permanent role.

Shift

Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm

What does success look like in this role?

The ideal candidate is an accessible and approachable individual who is an active listener and has the creativity to explain topics in a fun and engaging way. This person is patient and can adapt their training delivery style according to how the learners are responding.

All About You

What You'll Bring to the Role:

• Fast learner who can learn multiple departments and train in each
• Understand how to write and/or read an SOP
• Patience with the understanding that some employees learn differently
• Able to confidentially provide positive and constructive feedback
• Able to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization, including new hires, to build rapport and facilitate a positive experience at NRI
• Strong attention to detail and time management skills
• Has the ability to be flexible and adapt to changing business priorities

The Must Haves:

• Must have 12+ months of training experience, warehouse environment a plus
• Must be proficient with or willing to learn Microsoft 365 (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel, and SharePoint).
• Must have physical ability to carry out essential job functions, including but not limited to, the ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs., walking and standing for extended periods, climbing ladders/stairs, and tolerating conditions such as dust, dirt, noise, odors, heat, cold, etc.

Things You Will be Doing

• Provides and coordinates training for a new hire and existing NRI employees to ensure training is delivered and evaluated for consistency
• Coach, counsel, and inspire employees to not only meet but exceed required performance metrics
• Aids in creating training programs by assessing skill/knowledge gaps, training objectives, work situations, changes in training SOP's along with continuous improvement projects
• Exhibit and practice positive communications and team-building skills with trainees to ensure a consistently professional environment
• Complies with all safety policies, practices, and procedures. Reports all unsafe activities to the supervisor or and Safety Manager
• Maintain a training log and all training documentation
• Keeps work and storage areas in a safe, clean, and tidy condition at all times
• Performs other duties as requested
• Staff purchase program -- wear the brands you love!
• Staff benefits plan -- chose the benefits that are right for you!
• Flexible and fun work environment -- work hard and play hard!
• Internal opportunities -- we believe in growing our own!

NRI is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. If you are selected for an interview there are accommodations upon request. We consult with applicants and provide suitable accommodations. If someone would like an accommodation they can reach out to our team in the following ways: [e-mail] or 604-336-8144.

Area of Interest

Operations

Position Type

Full Time

Hourly

Remote Position

On-Site

NRI is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.