Performance Instructor-Wknds

Lowe's Companies, Inc.; Adairsville (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Lowe's Companies, Inc. in Adairsville, GA is seeking a DC Operations Performance Instructor to lead training across the distribution center. You will train new hires, teach best methods, and support safety initiatives to maintain a safe and efficient operation.

The role requires the ability to lift up to 70 lbs, flexibility for morning/afternoon/nights or weekend shifts, and the stamina to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to train others and maintain safety culture.
• Experience operating power equipment (forklift, reach truck, yard truck).
• Proven safety compliance record and reliable on-the-job performance.
• Basic math and reading comprehension skills.
• Independent work with limited supervision or as part of a team.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office software.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary department trainer for the DC, including new hire training and equipment training.
• Conduct training in best methods and job functions and assist with special projects as directed by DC leadership.
• Promote a culture of safety and ensure a safe working environment for associates.

Skills

Train others

Power equipment operation

Safety compliance

Math and reading comprehension

Reliability on-the-job

Independent or team work

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

What You Will Do

The RDC Performance Instructor (PI) is a DC Operations Team Member position designed to be the primary department trainer. This includes new hire training, best methods/job function training, equipment training, and other duties as assigned by the Assistant Operations Manager and department Coach. When not performing as a PI, this individual performs normal on-standard functions or participates in assigned special projects under the direction of DC leadership. When performing normal on-standard functions, this role is eligible for the Performance Team Member Bonus. The Performance Instructor must be able to teach others and maintain a culture of safety among associates to achieve a safe working environment. In addition, the Performance Instructor may be leveraged as a development role for future advancement to Coach.

What We’re Looking For

• Required to work a set schedule that may be changed/modified by management based on the needs of the facility.
• Requires availability to work morning, afternoon, nights, or weekends depending upon assigned shift and overtime based on the needs of the facility.
• Must work in a distribution/warehouse environment with the physical and environmental aspects typically associated with such environment.
• Minimally must be able to lift 40 pounds; ability to lift up to 70 pounds.

What You Need To Succeed

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs.
• Experience training others
• Experience operating power equipment (e.g., forklift, reach truck, yard truck)
• Proven record of complying with safety requirements
• Basic math and reading comprehension skills
• Demonstrated track record of consistent and reliable on-the-job contribution
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision or with a team
• Basic computer skills, including a working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Certified as industrial powered equipment trainer
• Leadership experience with or without direct report responsibility
• Experience in distribution center operations or previous warehouse experience
• Experience troubleshooting warehouse management system issues
• Experience performing detail-oriented tasks in a fast-paced working environment
• Experience using spatial reasoning to position product effectively
• Bi-lingual skills helpful, if applicable to the facility

About Lowe’s

Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 100 home improvement company serving approximately 16 million customer transactions a week, with total fiscal year 2025 sales of more than$86 billion. Lowe’s employs approximately 300,000 associates and operates over 1,700 home improvement stores, 530 branches and 130 distribution centers. Based inMooresville, N.C., Lowe’s supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing, improving community spaces, helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts and providing disaster relief to communities in need. For more information, visit Lowes.com.

Lowe’s is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.