Trainer

FedEx Supply Chain, Inc; New Lenox (IL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) plan with company match

Holiday pay and PTO

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Paid parental leave

Job summary

FedEx Supply Chain, Inc. in New Lenox, IL is seeking a Trainer to onboard, mentor, and train new hires on safety procedures, operational workflows, and powered equipment like forklifts. You will review and revise training materials in collaboration with leadership to ensure OSHA and SOP compliance.

The role involves providing initial and cross training, maintaining records, coaching trainees, identifying skill gaps, and supporting continuous improvement in training and workforce readiness.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Prior experience training and/or mentoring employees in a warehouse setting.
• Ability to clearly demonstrate processes and explain expectations to new employees.
• Strong communication skills with a patient, supportive coaching style.
• Attention to detail and commitment to consistent, repeatable training.
• Basic computer skills for training documentation and tracking.
• Strong team player.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective initial training and cross training for employees, vendors and agency employees if applicable.
• Maintain accurate training records and update training materials as necessary to reflect current best practices.
• Observe trainee performance and provide real‑time coaching and constructive feedback.
• Identify skill gaps and escalated training or performance concerns to Leadership.
• Support retraining, refresher training, and cross‑training as needed due to process or quality changes.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to training consistency and workforce readiness.
• Act as a mentor to new employees, fostering a positive, safety-conscious work culture.

Skills

Communication skills

Training ability

Mentoring

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Shift: Monday through Friday 8:00am-4:30pm
Location: Berens Drive, New Lenox, IL
Pay: $20.75/hr

Job Description

General Summary

The Trainer is responsible for onboarding, mentoring, and training new hires on safety procedures, operational workflows, and powered equipment operation, such as forklifts, to ensure efficiency and compliance with OSHA and company SOPs. Review and analyze work instructions, training materials and work with leadership on any necessary revisions.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide effective initial training and cross training for employees, vendors and agency employees if applicable
• Maintain accurate training records and update training materials as necessary to reflect current best practices
• Observe trainee performance and provide real‑time coaching and constructive feedback
• Identify skill gaps and escalated training or performance concerns to Leadership
• Support retraining, refresher training, and cross‑training as needed due to process or quality changes
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to training consistency and workforce readiness
• Act as a mentor to new employees, fostering a positive, safety-conscious work culture.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to training consistency and workforce readiness
• All other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• High school diploma or GED
• Prior experience training and/or mentoring employees in a warehouse setting
• Ability to clearly demonstrate processes and explain expectations to new employees
• Strong communication skills with a patient, supportive coaching style
• Attention to detail and commitment to consistent, repeatable training
• Basic computer skills for training documentation and tracking
• Strong team player.

Requirements, Perks, and Benefits (US-Non-Exempt) Physical/Cognitive Requirements (with or without accommodation)

• Ability to follow policies and
• Ability to read, write and interpret
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and
• Ability to use hands to finger, handle, or
• Ability to sit/walk/stand for duration of shift
• Must possess visual acuity to perform essential job
• Ability to conduct physical tasks with a full range of motion throughout the warehouse
• Ability to lift/carry items up to 50 pounds

Equal Opportunity Employer

FedEx Supply Chain, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer including, Vets/Disability.

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Perks and Benefits at FedEx Supply Chain (FSC):

• Competitive Pay: FedEx Supply Chain offers competitive hourly rates depending on your location and
• 401(k) plan with company match after 1 year
• Holiday pay and accrued paid time off programs offering both Vacation and PTO
• Medical, dental, vision and voluntary benefits available on day one
• Basic life Insurance
• Basic AD&D coverage
• Supplemental Life and Supplemental AD&D
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage for full time employees following 180 days of
• Paid parental leave for both moms and dads
• Paid bereavement and jury duty

Note: Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to, market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, education/training, and a candidate's work experience.

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Please note that this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. The Company reserves the right to modify duties or assign additional responsibilities as necessary to meet business needs.

Pay Range

Pay Range

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