Production Skills Mentor for New Hires

Smithfield Packaged Meats Corp; Wilson (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package available

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking an On-the-Job Trainer to lead hands-on training on the production floor, coaching new hires and job bidders in knife handling, sharpening, safety, and tool maintenance.

You will document progress, partner with plant supervision and the Training Supervisor, travel to other facilities as needed, and help ensure a skilled, confident workforce while driving employee retention.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; 2+ years in manufacturing operations; if no diploma, 6 years of Smithfield manufacturing experience.
• Excellent written and oral communication; bilingual ability is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Train new-hire and job-bid employees on essential job skills, safety practices, and job-specific techniques on the production floor.
• Document training attendance, daily observations, and employee progress with accuracy; prepare progress reports and reviews.
• Collaborate with area supervisors to communicate training needs and performance concerns; participate in meetings and planning work.
• Rotate across shifts and travel to other facilities to support start-up projects and additional responsibilities.

Skills

Training

Coaching

Excel

PPE safety

SAP knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

6 years Smithfield experience

Tools

SAP

Office Suite

Job description

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking an On-the-Job Trainer to lead hands-on training on the production floor, coaching new hires and job bidders in knife handling, sharpening, safety, and tool maintenance.

You will document progress, partner with plant supervision and the Training Supervisor, travel to other facilities as needed, and help ensure a skilled, confident workforce while driving employee retention.