Production Trainer 3rd shift

Greif, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Greif, Inc. is seeking a Production Trainer for the 3rd shift in Kentucky to deliver hands-on training to line operators and production staff. The role focuses on safe operations, quality compliance, and proper housekeeping while coaching employees to achieve skill proficiency.

You will maintain records, assist with onboarding, and support continuous improvement initiatives across shifts to foster a high-performing, organized work environment.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma and 2-4 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to follow directions and work well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver hands-on training for line operators and production roles.
• Coach and qualify new and existing employees on SOPs, quality standards, and safety.
• Maintain training records and production logs; report quality concerns and production issues.
• Support continuous improvement and standardize work methods across shifts.

Skills

Teamwork

Follow directions

Safety awareness

Continuous improvement

Coaching/training

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Production equipment

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 #:**035825 Production Trainer 3rd 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 - $31.20annually. Typically, a competitive wage for new hires will fall between18.50 to18.50. 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.***Protect Yourself From Scams:*** *We value the integrity of our recruitment process and prioritize the well-being of our candidates. While you may find Greif job postings on various platforms, all legitimate opportunities can be verified on our official Careers page at* *www.greif.com**. All communication from Greif regarding job opportunities will also come from an @greif.com email address. If you have concerns about the legitimacy of a job posting, receive an unsolicited job offer or suspect fraudulent activity, please contact us for verification via this link* Contact Us - Greif*.***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.*