Equipment Trainer

NFI; Jenks (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

NFI is seeking an Equipment Trainer to train and certify warehouse staff as qualified equipment operators. The role focuses on training delivery, testing (written and practical), and ensuring strict safety adherence in a high‑activity warehouse environment.

The trainer will certify operators on turret, reach, dock truck, and electric pallet jack, maintain training matrices, and lead safety initiatives, including OSHA training and audits.

Qualifications

• Must complete the equipment trainer certification and pass written and hands-on exams.
• Bi-lingual Spanish/English preferred.
• Intermediate computer knowledge: Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Certified on all equipment.
• Ability to speak in front of others and provide training daily.

Responsibilities

• Complete equipment trainer and turret operator training course exams.
• Certify turret, reach, dock, pallet jack equipment.
• Maintain safe handling of equipment at all times and enforce guidelines.
• Lead OSHA training monthly and keep accurate records.
• Perform weekly facility safety evaluations and audits.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish/English

Written & verbal communication

Trainer certification

Equipment certification

MS Office

Public speaking

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Overview

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The Equipment Trainer effectively trains and certifies employees into qualified equipment operators. The Trainer position handles all trainings, testing (both written and physical) in the warehouse. This position requires and extreme safety awareness, understanding the PKMS, WMS system as it relates to all operational task, and requires a commitment for accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Must successfully complete and pass the equipment trainer/turret operator training course written exam and hands on evaluation.
• Turret, Reach, Dock Truck, Electric Pallet Jack certification required
• Ensure the safe handling of equipment at all times
• Follow all operating guidelines and safety expectations as they relate to the handling of all equipment.
• Ensure the placement of all pallets within the racking does not impede the required 6”flue space
• Maintain the minimum KPI standards PPH pallet per hours productivity for the position after a reasonable training time expires
• Completes each task physically and systematically in a timely manner and is systematic order
• Operates under their assigned sign/log – on in their tasking group at all times Conduct all equipment operators evaluations
• Conduct all operators’ certification training
• Provides daily reminders of safety policies & OSHA regulations
• Implements monthly OSHA training in all departments and providing accurate records to the office
• Facility weekly housekeeping audits and reporting
• Validates daily audits in the battery changing area
• Equipment hands on training for new hires
• Facilitates the Safety Committee Meetings twice a month to discuss Safety concerns from each department
• Ensures Monthly Harness / Lanyard Inspections are done monthly
• Ensures Monthly Fire extinguisher inspections are done monthly by HBI during our monthly audit (when needed)
• Monthly Lighting Inspections (check process)
• Ensures Monthly Fan Inspections are done by HBI during our monthly audit
• Baler/Compactor training and certification
• Prescreens equipment operators for HR
• Schedule training for Triennial certification
• Update Equipment Training Matrix spreadsheet
• Send out the Equipment Training Matrix via email to management
• Keeps data share files up to date
• Updates driver documentation and certification card
• Record keeping for the day to day operation
• Identifies opportunities for improvement within the safety training process.
• PITCO re-certification, near-miss & additional training required by drivers
• Replacement of lost certification cards
• Weekly (one trainer minimum) Facility safety evaluation: identify opportunities to improve safety in the facility (Stand in the circle exercise)

Qualifications

• Basic written and verbal communication skills (documentation, communication with peers, supervisors, etc.)
• Ability to follow instructions and complete required training
• Ability to work independently and/or as a team member
• Certified on all equipment
• Bi-lingual (Spanish/English) is preferred
• Intermediate computer knowledge (Word, Excel, & PowerPoint)
• Ability to speak in front of others and provide training to others daily and as needed
• Trainer certification
• Yard spotter certification
• Battery changer certification
• TSP 6000, SP 3000, RR/RD 5500, RC 3000, FC/FP 4000 SC 3000, PE 4000 certifications
• Ability to remains in standing position for long periods of time
• Minimal bending, stooping, squatting, climbing, climbing and crouching
• Must cautiously tolerate heights up to 40 feet without physical/ mental restrictions
• Must be able to lift and /or pull up to 50 lbs. without restrictions
• Must be able to work in varying facility conditions.
• Exposure to varying weather conditions and temperatures in warehouse
• Exposure to high levels of noise
• Frequent exposure to dust and moving machinery
• Expose to constant vibration from machinery
• Electric Pallet Jack, Cherry Picker, Sit/Stand up Forklift, Turret Operator
• Computer, printer & scanner

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals With Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
LA County Applicants: The Company will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws.
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