DC Trainer: Onboarding, Safety & PIT Ops

ADI Global Distribution

Sandston (VA)

On-site

USD 32,000 - 40,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

Commuter Benefit

Pet Insurance

401(k) from Day 1

Vacation and holidays

Parental leave

Employee discounts

Job summary

ADI Global Distribution is seeking a Distribution Center Trainer to lead onboarding, training, and safety initiatives in its Sandston distribution center. You will coordinate orientations, provide hands-on PIT equipment training, and guide new hires through daily warehouse procedures to ensure compliance and readiness.

The role requires 4+ years in logistics, DC training experience, and certifications on standard equipment.

Qualifications

4+ years of relevant experience in a logistics or supply chain support role.
Proven proficiency in inventory control, material handling, and shipment coordination.
Experience with distribution center training processes and related documentation.
Demonstrated ability to train and guide less experienced employees.
Experience in identifying and resolving operational problems in a logistics environment.
Must be certified, or able to be certified, on stand-up Order Picker, Dock Stocker, Electric Pallet Jack, Stock Chaser and Reach Truck
Must complete Train the trainer course upon hire to certify trainees and become the certified PIT trainer.

Responsibilities

Coordinate with management and staffing agencies to confirm new hire attendance for orientation and training sessions.
Conduct structured new hire orientations and facilitate team introductions.
Provide ongoing training and guidance to new and less experienced employees, ensuring adherence to best practices and procedures.
Present and review operational safety policies and procedures per company standards and regulatory requirements.
Deliver hands-on PIT equipment training using See, Show, Train methodology to verify comprehension and readiness.
Lead guided facility tours highlighting department functions, workflows, safety zones, and expectations.
Train employees on standard workplace procedures including picking, packing, inventory control, freight loading, timekeeping, meetings, attendance, and reporting.
Track training attendance and completion status using company-approved systems.
Maintain a professional training environment and engage with new employees weekly.
Obtain and maintain signed training, safety, and compliance documentation for all new hires.
Lead, guide, and support the building's safety committee.
Provide operational support during non-training periods by assisting with warehouse tasks as needed.
Work in a warehouse environment with moving equipment, varying temperatures, and moderate noise; PPE required.