2nd Shift Trainer

Phillips Pet; West Sacramento, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Phillips Pet is seeking a Warehouse Trainer for Outbound Operations on the 2nd shift. The role trains new and current staff across outbound functions including Picker, Repack, Freezer, and Loader, delivering structured, safety-focused instruction to boost productivity and accuracy.

Successful candidates will coach, mentor, and monitor progress through the 90‑day probation, participate in safety programs, and support ongoing training initiatives to maintain high performance.

Qualifications

• Candidates should be highly organized with strong communication skills in both written and verbal form.
• Experience in warehouse environments, particularly outbound picking functions, is preferred.
• Ability to obtain certification on required material handling equipment.
• Good problem-solving and analytical abilities with accuracy under deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Train new and current employees in all outbound functions: Picker, Repack, Freezer, and Loader.
• Deliver clear, structured training that helps new associates reach or exceed performance standards.
• Retrain employees as needed to support productivity, accuracy, and safety goals.
• Communicate progress and performance updates to Outbound Supervisors during the 90‑day probation period.
• Provide ongoing coaching, mentorship, and support for a positive training experience.
• Contribute feedback for 30-, 60-, and 90‑day reviews of new associates.
• Foster and model a strong safety culture by ensuring proper PPE use and hazard reporting.
• Participate actively in all safety programs and perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Highly organized

Verbal communication

Written communication

Priority management

Dependable

Energetic

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree preferred

Tools

AS400

Job description

Warehouse Trainer – Outbound Operations

Join our team and help shape the success of every new associate who walks through our doors.
We are looking for an energetic and motivated Warehouse Trainer to deliver hands-on training across key outbound functions—including Picker, Repack, Freezer, and Loader. If you enjoy coaching, building confidence in others, and creating a safe, high‑performing workplace, this role is for you.

Hours: 2nd Shift

Pay: 1.50/hour job diff

Position Summary

The Warehouse Trainer is responsible for preparing, coaching, and developing employees to perform in multiple outbound warehouse roles. This position ensures that newly hired and existing associates receive consistent, effective, safety-focused training that drives productivity, accuracy, and confidence on the job.

What You’ll Do

• Train new and current employees in all outbound functions: Picker, Repack, Freezer, and Loader.
• Deliver clear, structured training that helps new associates steadily reach or exceed established performance standards
• Retrain employees as needed to support productivity, accuracy, and safety goals
• Communicate progress and performance updates to Outbound Supervisors throughout each associate’s 90‑day probationary period
• Provide ongoing coaching, mentorship, and support—ensuring every new associate has a positive training experience
• Contribute feedback for 30-, 60-, and 90‑day reviews of new associates
• Foster and model a strong safety culture by:
• Ensuring proper use of PPE
• Identifying and reporting hazards
• Encouraging safe decision‑making
• Participating actively in all safety programs
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Key Competencies

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Highly organized and detail‑oriented
• A strong verbal and written communicator
• Able to independently manage priorities and meet deadlines
• Dependable, reliable, and consistent
• Energetic, enthusiastic, and naturally motivational

Position Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree preferred
• Strong knowledge and proven success in warehouse picking functions
• Ability to become certified on all required material handling equipment
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work efficiently while maintaining accuracy under tight deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with AS400 preferred
• Ability to work overtime as needed