Production Trainer

CHEP; Kilgore (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Paid time off

401K

Vision insurance

Life insurance

PPE provided

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

CHEP is seeking a Production Trainer to lead onboarding and hands-on training at the Kilgore service center. You will ensure proper repair and assembly techniques align with safety, quality, and company standards, working closely with plant leadership to identify ongoing training needs.

The role covers 1st and 2nd shifts with a flexible schedule, offering opportunities to influence team performance and production improvements through targeted training initiatives.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; Associates in Business or Educational training preferred.
• Proven experience as Area Trainer or in a production/operations role similar to trainer.
• Strong instructional abilities and a track record of improving quality and productivity.
• Familiarity with repair technique and inspection criteria for guidance.

Responsibilities

• Lead hands-on onboarding and training for all production positions to ensure safety and quality.
• Coach and guide employees to foster teamwork and excellence in operations.
• Train on current and new processes to apply best practices and improve efficiency.
• Monitor SOP adherence and process control documentation during training.

Skills

Communication skills

Training

Leadership

Problem solving

Time management

Customer service

Multitasking

Organization

Education

High School Diploma

Associates in Business

Tools

Outlook

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Training databases

Job description

CHEP helps move more goods to more people, in more places than any other organization on earth via our 347 million pallets, crates and containers. We employ approximately 13,000 people and operate in 60 countries. Through our pioneering and sustainable share-and-reuse business model, the world’s biggest brands trust us to help them transport their goods more efficiently, safely and with less environmental impact.

What does that mean for you? You’ll join an international organization big enough to take you anywhere, and small enough to get you there sooner. You’ll help change how goods get to market and contribute to global sustainability. You’ll be empowered to bring your authentic self to work and be surrounded by diverse and driven professionals. And you can maximize your work-life balance and flexibility through our [Hybrid Work Model] (https://urldefense.com/v3/ https:/nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https3A2F2Fwww.youtube.com2Fwatch3Fv3DA17SyZVJM8826t3D46s&data=04 7C01 7Cdante40sayitloud.us7Cbd0520a38f5b4cf5217908d9e4eacb6c7C2c02d76e40374bffa2b1c104fbb1ce917C0 7C0 7C6377925193525846817CUnknown7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0 3D7C3000&sdata=5sr43hFkHrq3lpQyYEY80aZ3n3plQMib95NSRWnCmmw*3D&reserved=0).

Job Description

Help shape the success and safety of our production team by leading hands-on onboarding and training that sets employees up for excellence from day one. If you’re passionate about teaching, quality, and continuous improvement, this role puts you at the center of developing skills, standards, and future talent. Come join us as a Production Trainer in Kilgore, TX

Key Responsibilities May Include:

• Provide hands-on training for all production positions, leveraging established policies and procedures to ensure consistency in operational techniques and compliance with safety standards.
• Serve as a peer leader, guiding and coaching employees on proper processes and techniques while fostering a culture of teamwork and excellence in operational performance.
• Train production employees on both current and new processes, ensuring that best practices are applied and operational efficiencies are achieved without compromising quality or safety.
• Monitor adherence to all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) outlined in the Process Control Plan and Repair Technique, ensuring compliance and high performance in safety and quality metrics.
• Track and manage the training plan for new production employees, utilizing learning management systems to monitor training completion and maintain accurate training records.
• Continuously evaluate trainees’ progress and provide detailed feedback to plant leadership, supervisors, and operations managers, facilitating employee development and process improvements.
• Collaborate with Supervisors, HR, and operations leadership to identify process improvement opportunities within the onboarding and training programs, ensuring alignment with production goals.
• Develop and execute training plans for existing employees, partnering with team leaders to address skills gaps and promote continuous production improvement.

About The Role:

The Production Trainer is responsible for the full onboarding and training of all production positions at the service center. The Trainer will ensure proper repair and assembly techniques are being followed for safety, quality and all local and company-wide processes and procedures. The individual will work closely with plant leadership to identify opportunities for ongoing training of existing and new processes.

The Production Trainer will cover responsibilities for both 1st & 2nd shifts - Flex in schedule is required

What You Will Bring

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma required, Associates Degree in Business or Educational training is preferred
• Proven experience working within Production, Operations or Factory environment as an Area Trainer or equivalent.
• Demonstrated upper tier performance in both quality & productivity
• Strong interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability to give effective instruction
• Must be well-versed in Repair Technique and Inspection Criteria in order to provide accurate guidance and instruction.

Experience:

• Facilitate training in small to large groups is required
• Interface with Automated Systems and training databases is required
• Work independently and in a team environment
• Work a flexible schedule as needed
• Understand plant KPIs (production, quality, safety, and our processes)
• Flexibility to adjust training techniques according to individual learning abilities
• Basic working knowledge of Health and Safety policies and procedures
• Prior experience in a leadership role is strongly preferred
• Strong customer focus

Skills & Knowledge:

• Intermediate computer skills in Outlook, Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Ability to anticipate needs
• Organizational skills
• Problem solving
• Time management
• Decision making
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced work environment

WhatWe Offer:

Employee Package

• Competitive Pay & Annual Bonus Structure
• Benefits Day 1!
• Paid Time Off plus Holiday Observances
• 401K w/ company match (up to 4%)
• FREE company-paid vision, short-term disability, and life insurance!
• FREE company-provided PPE and safety equipment
• Tuition reimbursement, parental leave, childcare assistance, profit sharing, and more!

Compensation Statement:

The compensation range for this position is $23.00 to $31.00 per hour. Salary & hourly ranges provided take into account a wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications, geographic differentials and other business and organizational needs. Therefore, actual amounts offered may be higher or lower than the range provided. If you have questions, please speak to your Talent Acquisition Partner about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

Dependent on the position offered, other forms of compensation may be part of a total offering beyond medical & retirement benefits and may include other monetary incentives or business benefits.

Remote Type

Not Remote

Skills to succeed in the role

Adaptability, Computer Literacy, Empathy, Experimentation, Mathematic Literacy, Taking Ownership, Teamwork, Understand Customers, Written Communication

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to developing a diverse workforce in which everyone is treated fairly, with respect, and has the opportunity to contribute to business success while realizing his or her potential. This means harnessing the unique skills and experience that each individual brings and we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

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