Training Supervisor

C&S Wholesale Grocers; Sheboygan (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Training Supervisor to enhance the new hire experience for warehouse employees. This role focuses on developing a culture of growth and training excellence, ensuring all new hires receive comprehensive orientation. The ideal candidate will lead a team of trainers, design impactful training programs, and foster a safe learning environment. Join a company with over a century of experience in the grocery business, committed to employee engagement and community needs. If you are passionate about coaching and development, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years in retail operations or logistics; prior experience as a warehouse trainer is preferred.
• Experience in delivering training programs and managing teams effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee new employee training programs and maintain a productive learning environment.
• Lead and develop a team of trainers to enhance performance and achieve KPIs.

Skills

People management

Coaching and facilitation

Adult learning theories

Proficiency in PowerPoint

Proficiency in Excel

Dependability

Deadline orientation

Physical abilities (lifting 60 lbs)

Education

Associate Degree in General Studies

Bachelor's Degree in General Studies

GED

High School Diploma in General Studies

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Gmail

Job description

Position Overview

As a Training Supervisor, you will own the new hire experience and play a key role in establishing a culture of growth and development for all nonexempt, newly hired warehouse employees. This role is dedicated to warehouse training, leading, coaching, and developing a team of full-time and temporary trainers and trainees. The Training Supervisor will plan, organize, and oversee new employee training programs while maintaining a safe and productive learning environment that drives established KPIs.

Job Description

• Partner with the manager to hire, develop, and retain a team of trainers, and make hiring recommendations for trainees.
• Conduct frequent floor observations and coach trainers on enhancing individual and team performance to achieve company initiatives.
• Lead, assess, and participate in designing, developing, and implementing new training programs for nonexempt employees.
• Use appropriate performance management techniques to address performance gaps and take corrective actions as needed to ensure trainers and trainees meet KPIs.
• Ensure all new hires receive and understand corporate materials and information for successful orientation and training.
• Assess business conditions and take action to improve training and safety.
• Provide regular updates to the Field Training Team to ensure alignment and proper execution of organization-wide training initiatives.
• Drive employee engagement in local and corporate activities that create a training experience aligned with C&S Values and Purpose.
• As a member of the leadership team, prepare action plans, formulate, and present training metrics to assess the impact of coaching, development, and training efforts.
• Travel required: No

Environment

• Warehouse: Freezer (-20F to 0F)
• Warehouse: Perishable (28F to 60F)
• Warehouse: Grocery (50F to 90F)

Skills

• People management, dependability, and deadline orientation.
• Physical abilities: Safely and efficiently move merchandise weighing up to 60 lbs., stand/walk for up to 10-12 hours.
• Knowledge: Coaching and facilitation, adult learning theories, proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel, Gmail.
• Other: None specified.

Years of Experience

• 2-5 years in retail operations, distribution, transportation, logistics, or supply chain management; prior experience as a warehouse trainer; experience as a warehouse training supervisor is highly desired; experience delivering training programs.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in General Studies, Bachelor's Degree in General Studies, GED, or High School Diploma in General Studies.

Shift: 2nd Shift (United States of America)

About Our Company

Building on over 100 years in the grocery business, Piggly Wiggly continues to expand across the Midwest, South, and Northeast. C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC operates corporate stores and supports independent franchisees under a chain-style model, offering a wide selection and local customization to meet community needs.

Piggly Wiggly is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classes. The company is committed to affirmative action in employment for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, in compliance with applicable laws.