Production Trainer 1st shift

Greif; Homerville (GA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Greif is a global leader in packaging with a focus on safety and continuous improvement. The Production Trainer role on 1st shift involves hands-on methods to train line operators, ensuring they perform tasks correctly, safely, and efficiently.

Training covers SOPs, quality standards, and safe work practices to uphold Greif's high standards. Responsibilities include coaching new and existing staff, maintaining records, inspecting products, and fostering a positive learning environment that

Qualifications

• Typically possesses a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 2-4 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to follow directions and work well in a team.
• Ability to interpret and translate job specifications for production machinery.
• Demonstrated understanding of production equipment and safety practices.
• Active participation in continuous improvement initiatives (CBSQ, GEMBA, 5S).

Responsibilities

• Deliver hands-on training for line operators and production roles.
• Train, coach, and qualify employees on SOPs, quality standards, and safety.
• Instruct on housekeeping and workplace organization for safety and efficiency.
• Train employees to inspect, measure, and weigh bottles to specs.
• Monitor trainee performance and provide feedback and follow-up coaching.
• Maintain training records and qualification documentation.
• Complete production logs and related operational records.
• Identify and report quality concerns and production issues.
• Serve as a resource on processes, equipment, quality requirements, and safety.
• Maintain a clean, safe, organized work environment per policy.
• Support workforce development and onboarding with supervisors and leadership.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and share best practices.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Production equipment knowledge

Job description

Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world's most in demand and fastest-growing industries.

With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life's essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders.

Learn more about the company's Customized Polymer, Sustainable Fiber, Durable Metal, and Integrated Solutions at www.greif.com and follow Greif on Instagram and LinkedIn.

Our Vision

To Be the Advantage That Helps Our Customers Win.

Our Purpose

Creating packaging solutions for life’s essentials.

Job Requisition #:

035808 Production Trainer 1st shift (Open)

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver hands-on training for line operators and other production roles, ensuring employees can safely and effectively perform assigned job functions.
• Train, coach, and qualify new and existing employees on standard operating procedures, quality standards, and safe work practices.
• Instruct team members on proper housekeeping expectations and reinforce workplace organization standards that support safety and efficiency.
• Train employees to accurately inspect, measure, and weigh plastic bottles to ensure compliance with product specifications, quality requirements, and customer expectations.
• Monitor trainee performance and provide constructive feedback, coaching, and follow-up support to promote skill development and job proficiency.
• Maintain accurate training records, qualification documentation, and other required operational records.
• Complete and maintain production logs and documentation related to units produced and operational activities.
• Identify, document, and report quality concerns, defects, and production issues that result in rejected or discarded product.
• Serve as a subject matter resource for operators, answering questions and providing guidance on processes, equipment, quality requirements, and safe work practices.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment in accordance with company policies and safety standards.
• Partner with supervisors and plant leadership to support workforce development, onboarding initiatives, and performance improvement efforts.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by helping standardize work methods, sharing best practices, and promoting consistency across shifts and departments.
• Foster a positive learning environment that encourages employee engagement, accountability, teamwork, and safe performance.
• Demonstrate professionalism, teamwork, and leadership by serving as a positive role model for all colleagues.
• Comply with all company policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Education And Experience

• Typically possesses a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 2-4 years of relevant experience.

Knowledge And Skills

• Demonstrated ability to follow directions and work well in a team.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and translate job specifications for production machineries.
• Thorough understanding of production equipment.
• Proven ability to demonstrate and uphold The Greif Way, consistently exhibiting company values and behaviors while fostering a positive, safe, and high-performing work environment.
• Actively participates in Continuous Improvement initiatives, including CBSQ, GEMBA, and 5S activities, by identifying opportunities for improvement, supporting problem-solving efforts, maintaining workplace organization, and promoting operational excellence.

At Greif, we believe that our colleagues are the center of our success. Our Total Rewards have a comprehensive focus on well-being and offer a competitive package that enables you to thrive, be engaged, and reach your full potential.

Compensation Range

The pay range for this position is $18.32 - $31.20 annually. Typically, a competitive wage for new hires will fall between 18.50 to 18.50. Offers for this position may vary based on market data and other factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. If the competitive wage is equal in both fields, the starting rate is the same for all applicants that apply for this role. The starting rate is not representative of future compensation increases. The position may also be eligible for a short-term incentive.

Benefits Statement

Greif offers a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive core benefits, paid time off, and a range of local benefits for eligible colleagues.

EEO Statement

https://www.greif.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/HR-101-Equal-Employment-Opportunity-Policy-English.pdf

We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and opportunity for growth. Greif is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of sex, race, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, veteran status or any other any other legally protected characteristic.

For more information read Greif’s Equal Opportunity Policy.