Trainer - Fabrication Dept

Western valley meat; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Valley Meat is seeking a Fabrication - Trainer to train and oversee new hires both in the production floor and in the classroom. The role emphasizes coaching, evaluating, and reinforcing safe, efficient meat fabrication practices.

The trainer will conduct assessments, provide growth opportunities, and ensure adherence to safety, food safety, and GMP regulations. Experience in meat processing and bilingual communication (English/Spanish) are highly valued for classroom and on-the-floor

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2 years of experience in a Meat Processing facility preferred.
• Fluent in English and Spanish.
• Previous training background preferred.
• Must be able to work in cooler conditions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand for entire shift.
• Experience with Microsoft Office programs (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Must have good attendance and no safety violations.

Responsibilities

• Train and supervise new hires at workstations and in classroom.
• Teach knife skills and job best practices.
• Provide timely performance evaluations and feedback.
• Support quality and process reliability systems and promote best practices.
• Evaluate operator performance for safety and procedures compliance.
• Assist supervisors in evaluating new hires and trained employees.
• Ensure safety, food safety, and GMP compliance across tasks.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Strong attendance

Leadership

Critical thinking

Presentation skills

Microsoft Office

English reading/writing

English oral communication

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Western Valley Meat is seeking a candidate with a strong working ethic and excellent attendance to join our Training Department as a Fabrication - Trainer. At Western Valley Meat, we take pride in our positions with the company providing many avenues for growth and opportunity. The Fab Trainer is responsible for training and overseeing new hires in both workstations and in classroom, along with assisting with the certification of current employees. Training and certifications are based on operational procedures and work instructions. Adheres to and enforces safety, food safety, and Good Manufacturing Practices regulations. Trainer sets the example by having great attendance, performance and dedication.Job ResponsibilitiesProvides support and mentoring for new hires while conducting evaluations and identifying areas of improvement.Teaches new hires knife skills and best practices on performing the job correctlyProvides constructive and timely performance evaluations.Supports quality and process reliability systems by testing current procedures and promote best practicesEvaluates operator’s performance to ensure compliance with operational and safety proceduresAssist supervisors with evaluating new hire and employee performance after completion of training.Adheres to and enforces safety, food safety, and Good Manufacturing Practices regulationsTrainers set an example by having great attendance, performance and dedication.Other job duties as assigned by the supervisor or managerHigh School Diploma or GED.2 years of working experience in a Meat Processing facility preferred.Must be fluent in both English and SpanishPrevious training background.Required to work in the cooler for the duration of the shift. Works entire shift while standing.Ability to make repetitive motion movements using arms, hands and wrists for an entire shift.Ability to stand the entire shift and use the hands, wrists and arms repetitively. Ability to lift, push and pull up to 50 lbs.The work environment is cold 40-49 degrees averageFollow departmental and company safety policies and programs.Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).Demonstrate effective English reading and writing skills.Demonstrate effective English oral communication skills.Demonstrate critical thinking skills.Have prior experience in the use, care, and proper maintenance of knives and safety equipment.Be familiar with various job positions in the specified area of assignment.Demonstrate strong and effective presentation skills.Poses a desire to learn and teach new skills to others.Experience with Microsoft Office programs (excel, power point, word, etc.)Ability to work and interact well with Managers and Supervisors.Ability to work with and instruct new hires on safety policies and job-specific skills.Must be able to work independently and manage a schedule.Work cooperatively with other trainers.Assume responsibility for all materials and equipment used to conduct training.Submit accurate data on forms and evaluations as required or requested.Be non-judgmental and objective based when dealing with people and situations.Ability to assume a leadership role with creative, patient, and strong interpersonal skills.Have a good attendance record with no more than 4 points accumulated within the past 12 months.Have no safety violation on record.Western Valley Meat Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates are evaluated and selected based on their qualifications for the job in question. We do not base our employment decisions on employee's or applicant's citizenship, race, age, color, sex, religion, natural origin, sexual orientation, handicap, or disability, marital status, veteran status, reproductive health decision making, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.Western Valley Meat participates in E-Verify during the hire process for all new Team Members.