Night Process Trainer

UFP Industries, Inc; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Health savings account

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Stock purchase program with employee

Educational reimbursement

Wellness programs and challenges

Other supplemental benefits

Job summary

UFP Industries, Inc. in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Night Shift Process Trainer to coach and train operators on safe setup, operation, and monitoring of production machinery.

This role delivers hands-on instruction, feedback, and skill development to ensure safety, quality, and on-time output that meets customer expectations. The trainer will guide pre-shift inspections, enforce safety standards, and promote continuous improvement while supporting documentation and records upkeep.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma.
• Minimum of 1 year experience with heavy manufacturing and/or assembly equipment.
• Working knowledge of mathematical functions.
• Basic understanding of computer equipment.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Train machine operators on setup, operation, and monitoring of production machinery.
• Provide hands‑on instruction, guidance, and feedback to develop safe operating skills.
• Coach operators on maintaining quality standards and meeting customer expectations.
• Instruct on proper work area setup, material handling, and documentation.
• Promote safe practices, housekeeping, and equipment inspections during shifts.
• Deliver ongoing coaching and skills development to ensure efficient performance.

Skills

Heavy manufacturing experience

Mathematical functions

Basic computer literacy

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job Summary

Night Shift Process Trainer is responsible for training and coaching employees on the safe setup, operation, and monitoring of production machinery in accordance with established procedures and guidelines. Provides hands‑on instruction, guidance, and performance feedback to ensure employees develop the skills and knowledge necessary to operate equipment safely, maintain quality standards, and consistently produce products that meet customer expectations.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Trains machine operators to secure and maintain the materials and supplies required for production according to work orders and production schedules.
• Instructs operators on proper work area setup and preparation before beginning production activities.
• Teaches safe and efficient machine operation and feeding techniques in accordance with established procedures and safety standards.
• Coaches operators on continuously monitoring equipment performance and product quality during operation.
• Trains employees on proper handling, stacking, labeling, banding, and protection of finished products according to company standards.
• Instructs operators on the safe and proper use of hand tools required to complete production processes.
• Reinforces the importance of maintaining a safe, clean, and organized work environment and ensuring equipment remains in safe operating condition.
• Guides employees through pre‑shift equipment inspections and the proper reporting of maintenance, safety, or operational concerns.
• Ensures operators understand and follow housekeeping expectations throughout their shift.
• Trains employees on accurately completing production records and required documentation.
• Teaches quality inspection procedures to verify materials and finished products meet established specifications and standards.
• Reinforces compliance with all safety policies, quality standards, operating procedures, and company regulations.
• Instructs operators on routine preventive maintenance tasks as required.
• Encourages participation in safety programs, continuous improvement (CI) initiatives, and team meetings.
• Provides ongoing coaching, performance feedback, and skills development to ensure employees can perform assigned duties safely, independently, and efficiently.
• Performs other training and development responsibilities as assigned.

Trainer Evaluation Focus: Assess the employee's ability to perform each task safely, independently, efficiently, and in accordance with quality and production standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working with heavy manufacturing and/or assembly equipment
• Working knowledge of mathematical functions.
• Basic understanding on computer equipment
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Hourly Pay Range

$25.00-$30.00 hourly- dependent on experience*

*pay range may be adjusted depending on cost of living

Bonus/Incentive Pay

Incentive pay may be available for certain job roles and may include piece rate incentives, weekly production bonuses, and trip rate bonuses.

A discretionary annual bonus based on Company and business unit performance may also be provided.

Benefits currently offered to our employees

• * Medical insurance
• * Health savings account with company contribution
• * Dental insurance
• * Vision insurance
• * Basic and voluntary life insurance
• * Disability insurance
• * 401(k) plan with company match
• * Paid vacation and holidays
• * Stock purchase program with employee discount
• * Educational reimbursement
• * Wellness programs and challenges
• * Other supplemental benefits

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.