Trainer - 1st Shift - Fort Smith, AR (10400048) (199)

O.K. Foods, Inc.; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading multiprotein producer as a DSI Trainer in Fort Smith, where you will play a crucial role in onboarding new employees in a dynamic environment. This position involves providing technical training, conducting plant tours, and ensuring new hires adapt smoothly to their roles. With a focus on fostering a positive work atmosphere, you will help integrate new team members while monitoring their progress. If you have a passion for training and a background in poultry processing, this is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact in a thriving company.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of poultry processing experience required.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English; other languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct plant tours and provide context about the work environment.
• Assist new hires during their orientation process.

Skills

Problem Solving

Leadership

Interpersonal Skills

Oral and Written Communication

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Bachoco Group is a leading multiprotein producer and one of the top ten largest globally, with over 38,000 employees. We offer a wide range of products, including chicken, eggs, pork, beef, pet food, and more. Through Bachoco USA, we deliver high-quality chicken products to the U.S. market, serving retail, food service, and national accounts through our fully integrated operations, including farms, hatcheries, feed mills, and processing plants.

Join us and be part of our success!

1st Shift - Debone Plant

Dpt 199 DSI Trainer

Shift Time: 7:45 a.m. - 4:55 p.m.

Pay Rate: $16.50 per hour

**POULTRY EXPERIENCE REQUIRED**

Summary

The main responsibility is to ensure effective and successful accompaniment and technical training to facilitate the adaptation of new employees.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Receive candidates, give them a tour of the process, and provide context about the work environment.
2. Hold brief interviews with candidates and provide feedback to the Recruitment and Selection team.
3. Assist new hires during the conclusion of their Orientation Process.
4. Welcome new employees on their first day, introduce facilities, and ensure they receive necessary work tools and PPE.
5. Introduce new employees to supervisors and co-workers, encourage integration, and promote a positive working environment.
6. Provide theoretical and practical training on assigned tasks, clarify doubts, and verify learning effectiveness.
7. Monitor daily attendance during the first 30 days, support employees who miss work, and check on their well-being.
8. Participate in meetings with HR and production management, report incidents, and provide feedback on new employee adjustments.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Monitor new hires during their initial 30 days, train on company policies, address concerns, and conduct experience surveys.

Competencies

• Problem Solving
• Leadership
• Interpersonal Skills
• Oral and Written Communication
• Diversity and Ethics
• Organizational Support
• Professionalism
• Quantity of work
• Safety and Security
• Adaptability
• Attendance and Punctuality
• Dependability

Additional Responsibilities

Conduct plant tours, assess candidate interest and suitability, provide feedback, and coordinate with hiring teams. Handle orientation, introduce facilities, reinforce safety practices, and ensure proper onboarding procedures.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of poultry processing experience.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English; additional languages are a plus.
• Ability to apply common sense to instructions and solve problems.
• Understanding of processing standards, slaughter, debone, and food processes.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

Stand, walk, handle, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, and balance as needed. Work conditions include exposure to wet/humid environments, extreme temperatures, loud noise, and moving mechanical parts. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for disabilities.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, supporting diversity and inclusion.