Progressive Processing (Dubuque, IA) - Team Trainer - 3rd Shift

Hormel Foods Family of Companies; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Hormel Foods Family of Companies is seeking an HR support professional in Dubuque, IA, to assist onboarding, training, and day-to-day HR activities on the production floor. You will welcome new hires, track checklists, and help explain policies and benefits while translating as needed.

This role requires bilingual Spanish/English communication, strong organization, confidentiality, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Flexible hours and on-site presence are expected.

Qualifications

• Bilingual Spanish and English required.
• Associate degree preferred or equivalent HR experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle HR data.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily HR floor walks and assist onboarding.
• Support training initiatives on the production floor and in classrooms.
• Welcome new hires and guide onboarding and first weeks.
• Track checklists, probationary reviews, and follow-ups.
• Explain company policies, benefits, and procedures clearly.
• Translate verbal and written information as needed.
• Assist with HR documentation and maintain accuracy and confidentiality.
• Provide coverage for receptionist and HR Technician.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish/English

Communication

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Time management

Problem solving

Leadership

Self-motivation

Adaptability

Education

Associate’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS software

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Conduct multiple daily production floor walks maintaining HR accessibility to all team members.
• Support managers with training initiatives on the production floor and in classroom settings.
• Welcome all new hires and guide them through onboarding, training, and their first weeks on the job.
• Track new hire checklists, probationary reviews, and follow‑up touchpoints to ensure a smooth start.
• Help all team members understand company policies, benefits, and procedures in a clear, caring way.
• Translate (verbal and written) as needed to ensure every team member has a clear understanding of training, policies, and resources.
• Demonstrate resourcefulness in quickly locating information and solutions to meet team member and manager needs.
• Support new hire orientations - setting up, scheduling, translating, and conducting/presenting.
• Assist with completing HR documentation while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.
• Provide coverage and support for receptionist and HR Technician.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and requirements:

• Ability to speak, read and translate Spanish and English.
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule that can include modified hours occasionally.
• Minimum of an Associate’s degree preferred or equivalent in Human Resources related experience.
• Experience with personal computers to include advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and/or custom software.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and reliability.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to take initiative to solve problems and interpret employment regulations.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Self-motivated and self-directed. Ability to work successfully with minimal supervision.
• Strong time management skills & ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Focused attention to detail and accuracy.
• Willingness to work in a cold environment (35 to 40 Degrees) and/or warm environment (85+ degrees).
• Applicants must not now, or at any time in the future, require sponsorship for a work visa
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer

Starting Wages: $17.50 to $23.25 plus an additional $1.50 per hour shift differential

Hormel Foods provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.