Orientation Trainer

JBS Foods; Sanford (NC); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision insurance

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Career development

Job summary

Pilgrim’s is seeking an Orientation Trainer to join our Human Resources team in Sanford, NC. This role supports onboarding, coordinates training classes, prepares orientation materials, and delivers courses while tracking effectiveness to ensure smooth programs.

Primary duties include administering new hire orientation, supervising trainees, coordinating venues and logistics, and collaborating with HR, Benefits, and training partners to optimize content and compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience in conducting training and orientation programs.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Professional communication and demeanor are essential.
• Ability to present ideas clearly to employees.
• Excellent presentation skills and teamwork fosterage.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work independently in a plant environment.
• Willingness to work in a manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Administer, track, and evaluate new hire orientation and onboarding.
• Supervise new hires during training and advise HR on needs.
• Build positive relationships with new hires, peers, leaders, and clients.
• Meet with trainers, HR, and Benefits to review materials and processes.
• Schedule and coordinate multiple training sessions.
• Organize training venues, logistics, and equipment.
• Participate on HR and company committees.
• Help track compliance and results of orientation with HR.
• Assist HR with yearly training for all employees.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Training experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Teamwork

MS Office

Independent work

Plant environment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or 2 years college (Communications/HR) preferred

Job description

Description

Orientation Trainer

GENERAL SUMMARY:

This position will support Human Resources in conducting the orientation and onboarding of new hires, will be responsible for scheduling training classes, organizing and preparing orientation materials, presenting courses, and effectively measuring training efforts. Focus will be on ensuring all training programs run smoothly and effectively

POSITION AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administer, track, and evaluate all New Hire Orientation and Onboarding training in accordance and compliance with the People Pillar
• Supervise new-hires during the training period and make recommendations to management and/or Human Resources regarding training needs, concerns and continued employment.
• Develop and promote positive working relationships with new hires, peers, leaders and clients.
• Meet with trainers, supervisors, Human Resources, and Benefits coordinators to review training materials and processes
• Schedule and coordinate training for multiple, sometimes simultaneous, training sessions
• Organize and maintain training venues, logistics, and equipment.
• Participate on HR & company committees.
• Work with Excellence Coordinators and HR to help track compliance and results of orientation.
• Assist HR team with yearly training of all employees
• All other duties as assigned

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:

• Previous training experience
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Professional communication and demeanor
• Ability to present ideas, concepts, issues, concerns, and questions in a well thought out, positive, and professional manner to employees
• Excellence presentation skills and ability to foster an atmosphere of teamwork with others
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Able to work independently
• Must be willing to work in a plant/industrial environment

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT:

High School Diploma/ GED; Associates Degree or two years of college coursework in Communications, HR, or similar field preferred but not required; experience in lieu of degree will be considered.

Why Work for Pilgrim’s?

• Schedule: Monday through Friday, with standard 8-hour shifts. Occasional Saturday work may be required based on business and operational needs.
• Benefits: Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment;
• Time Off Benefits: Includes flexible unpaid leave, vacation time, and six company-recognized holidays;
• 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule;
• Base hourly salary range of $2 1 .50
• Career Development:
• Our company is dedicated to supporting professional growth by offering continuous learning opportunities and a focus on career growth through various learning and development programs.
• Better Futures

The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct drug, alcohol, and background checks for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.

About us:

Pilgrim’s is a leading global food company with more than 62,000 team members worldwide. The company processes, prepares, packages, and delivers fresh, frozen, and value-added food products for customers in more than 100 countries. Pilgrim’s operates protein processing plants and prepared foods facilities in 14 states, Puerto Rico, Mexico, the U.K, the Republic of Ireland and continental Europe.

Our vision:

Become the best and most respected company in our industry creating the opportunity of a better future for our team members.

Our core values are:

Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, Sincerity

EOE, including disability/vets

Unsolicited Assistance: Pilgrim's does not accept unsolicited assistance from any recruitment vendors for any of our open jobs. All resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee at Pilgrim's or via the applicant tracking system, in any form without a valid written request and search agreement previously approved by HR, will be solely owned by Pilgrim's. No fees will be paid should the candidate be hired by Pilgrim's because of an unsolicited referral.