Forklift & Safety Training Specialist

FedEx Supply Chain; New Lenox (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision

Life Insurance

AD&D coverage

Disability coverage

Parental leave

Bereavement leave

Job summary

FedEx Supply Chain is seeking a Trainer responsible for onboarding, mentoring, and training new hires on safety procedures, operational workflows, and powered equipment operation such as forklifts. The trainer will review and analyze work instructions and training materials and collaborate with leadership on revisions to ensure OSHA compliance and align with company SOPs.

The role requires maintaining training records, coaching trainees, and driving continuous improvement in training quality and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Prior experience training and/or mentoring employees in a warehouse setting
• Ability to clearly demonstrate processes and explain expectations to new employees
• Strong communication skills with a patient, supportive coaching style
• Attention to detail and commitment to consistent, repeatable training
• Basic computer skills for training documentation and tracking
• Customer service driven.
• Strong team player.

Responsibilities

• Provide initial and cross training for employees and vendors as applicable.
• Maintain accurate training records and update materials as necessary.
• Observe trainee performance and provide real-time coaching and feedback.
• Identify skill gaps and elevate training or performance concerns to leadership.
• Support retraining, refresher training, and cross-training as needed.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to training consistency and workforce readiness.
• Act as a mentor to new employees and foster a safety-conscious work culture.
• All other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication

Patient coaching

Team player

Attention to detail

Customer service

Basic computer skills

Training/mentoring

Warehouse experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Experience training in warehouse

Job description

FedEx Supply Chain is seeking a Trainer responsible for onboarding, mentoring, and training new hires on safety procedures, operational workflows, and powered equipment operation such as forklifts. The trainer will review and analyze work instructions and training materials and collaborate with leadership on revisions to ensure OSHA compliance and align with company SOPs.

The role requires maintaining training records, coaching trainees, and driving continuous improvement in training quality and