Trainer- 3rd Shift

Hodge Company; Waterloo, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays off

Paid time off

401k

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Wellness program

Competitive pay

Job summary

HODGE is seeking a skilled Trainer to deliver comprehensive onboarding and ongoing training for warehouse staff in our Iowa facility. You will lead engaging sessions across hands-on, classroom, and digital platforms, while tracking certifications and progress to support performance improvements.

Ideal candidates will have strong communication, a deep understanding of warehouse operations, and a passion for employee development, with forklift certification and proficiency in training software.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated experience in warehouse operations and training.
• Proven knowledge of safety regulations and warehouse best practices.
• Ability to tailor training to different learning styles.
• Certification in forklift operation and other relevant equipment.
• Proficiency in using training software and tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive onboarding training for new warehouse employees.
• Deliver engaging and informative training sessions using hands-on, classroom, and digital methods.
• Assess skills and performance to identify development needs.
• Ensure training content emphasizes safety regulations and compliance.
• Maintain detailed records of training sessions, progress, and certifications.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and evolving warehouse technologies.
• Collect feedback from trainees and supervisors to improve programs.
• Be available across all shifts, including weekends when needed.
• Model HODGE values and uphold company policies.

Skills

Communication

Presentation

Warehouse operations

Safety regulations

Forklift certification

Training software

Tools

Training software

Job description

As the Trainer, you will be responsible for delivering training programs to ensure that our warehouse employees perform their duties efficiently and in compliance with safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate should have a deep understanding of warehouse operations, be an effective communicator, and have a passion for employee development.

Why HODGE

At HODGE, we truly believe success comes from treating people like family.That’s why we offer a fulfilling career that goes beyond just a paycheck. HODGE offers a wide range of perks and benefits that make it the perfect place to grow your skillset:

• Balance:We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance. At HODGE, you can count on having holidays off (while still getting paid for them), allowing you to spend quality time with your family and friends.
• Great Benefits:We value our employees' well-being and offer a comprehensive benefits package. Enjoy paid time off, 401k, medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, an employee assistance program, wellness program, and much more!
• Competitive Pay:We offer competitive wages. Your hard work will be recognized and rewarded!
• Safety First:At HODGE, we prioritize safety above all else. Your well-being is our top priority. We protect our work family by maintaining safety policies, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and proactive hazard identification.
• Ambition:We're a team of ambitious individuals who are dedicated to achieving great things together. We embrace the "Whatever It Takes" mindset, ensuring that we go the extra mile to deliver exceptional results.
• Friendly Work Environment:Join a team that feels like family! You'll be supported by colleagues who genuinely care about your success and well-being.

What You'll Do

• New Employee Orientation: Conduct comprehensive onboarding training for new warehouse employees to introduce them to company policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.
• Training Delivery: Deliver engaging and informative training sessions using various methods, such as hands-on training, classroom instruction, and digital tools.
• Skills Assessment: Assess the skills and performance of warehouse employees to identify areas for improvement and development.
• Safety Compliance: Ensure that all training content emphasizes safety regulations and compliance, and that employees are aware of and adhere to safety protocols.
• Documentation: Maintain detailed records of training sessions, employee progress, and certification records.
• Continuous Improvement: Keep abreast of industry best practices and evolving warehouse technologies to continually improve and update training materials.
• Feedback and Evaluation: Collect feedback from trainees and supervisor to make necessary adjustments to training programs.
• Shift Flexibility: Be available and adaptable to accommodate training needs across all shifts, including weekends if necessary.
• Demonstrate HODGE Values: Model HODGE core values of Family, Integrity, Ambition, Respect, and Balance. Uphold, support, and promote all company policies and procedures. Demonstrate that success comes from treating people like family.
• Additional Duties:Perform tasks as assigned to support dynamic changes in business conditions.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, the Trainer must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The following requirements are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill and ability required.

Education/Experience:

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated experience in warehouse operations and training.
• Proven knowledge of safety regulations and warehouse best practices.
• Ability to work with diverse groups and tailor training to different learning styles.
• Attentive to details with excellent organizational abilities.
• Certification in forklift operation and other relevant equipment.
• Proficiency in using training software and tools a plus.

Candidates who require or anticipate requiring employment visa sponsorship at any point during their employment are not eligible for this position. This includes OPT-to-H-1B transitions.