Production Trainer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & annual bonus

Benefits Day 1

401K with company match

Vision, disability and life insurance

PPE provided

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Childcare assistance

Profit sharing

Job summary

CHEP in Kilgore, TX is seeking a Production Trainer to lead onboarding and training for all production roles, ensuring safe repair and assembly techniques while upholding quality standards. You will partner with plant leadership to drive ongoing training across new and existing processes.

The role requires the ability to train groups of varying sizes, work with training databases, and adapt methods to individual learners. A high school diploma is required; an associates degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; Associates degree in Business or Educational training preferred.
• Experience in Production, Operations or Factory as an Area Trainer or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Lead onboarding and training for all production positions at the service center.
• Ensure repair and assembly techniques follow safety and quality standards.
• Collaborate with plant leadership to identify training opportunities for new and existing processes.
• Cover 1st and 2nd shifts; maintain flexibility in scheduling.

Skills

Excellent communication

Time management

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Decision making

Multi-tasking

Anticipate needs

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma

Associates Degree in Business or Educational training

Tools

Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Word

PowerPoint

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

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

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
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced work environment

What We Offer:

Employee Package

• Competitive Pay & Annual Bonus Structure
• Benefits Day 1!
• 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 perhour. 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.