Warehouse Trainer

C&S Wholesale Grocers; Sheboygan (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Warehouse Trainer to enhance employee engagement and retention. This role is vital in fostering a productive training environment for new hires and ensuring their success in meeting performance goals. You will collaborate closely with operations leadership, emphasizing safety and quality while motivating employees to excel. Your commitment to training excellence will directly impact the workforce, making this position both rewarding and essential in maintaining high standards. If you're passionate about coaching and developing talent in a dynamic warehouse setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Documented success in current role with training experience.
• Ability to monitor multiple employees effectively during training.

Responsibilities

• Train new non-exempt employees in safe equipment operation and productivity.
• Evaluate performance and provide feedback to promote development.

Skills

Coaching

Communication

Drive For Results

Emotional Intelligence (EQ)

Leadership

Safety Focused

Education

High School Diploma - General Studies

Tools

Warehouse operation systems

Job description

Position OverviewAs a warehouse Trainer, you will be responsible for implementing a Training Experience that drives employee engagement and retention for new hire Selectors, and other non-exempt warehouse employees. You will work to build and sustain trusted relationships with business partners and Trainees, ensuring their success in achieving weekly performance goals and proficiency in all job duties. You will also be responsible for the retraining and recertification of associates as needed.
In this role, you will operate as an extension of the operations leadership team and demonstrate a genuine commitment to the success of the learner. You will be responsible for the safety, quality, and productivity of all new hire Selectors. This role requires the ability to drive results and maintain a safety focus, through excellent communication and coaching abilities while demonstrating the C&S Values.

Competitive Wage
Shift: 2nd shift (4 day 10 hours - must be flexible)

Job Description

Essential Functions (Responsibilities & Duties of Position)

(This section includes the 6-8 primary duties and responsibilities. Typically they are listed in order of importance, and constitute at least 10% of an associate’s time.)

Duties and Responsibilities Description and Percent of Time Spent

• Trains new non-exempt employees in safe equipment operation, selection practices, productivity, quality and efficiency as outlined in the C&S Training Experience. (25%)
• Trains and certifies employees on power equipment while emphasizing company safety standards. (20% )
• Coaches new hires in efficiency and monitors weekly performance standards. ( 20%)
• Evaluates performance and provides feedback that addresses training needs and promotes development. (20%)
• Shares observations and feedback with Training Leadership concerning new hire progress and development. Make recommendations on completion or extension of probationary period and issuance of discipline as appropriate. (5%)
• Identifies training needs and makes recommendations on program effectiveness. ( 5%)
• Motivates employees toward a higher level of performance and links job responsibilities to current business objectives. (5%)
  

Environment

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

Qualifications

• Documented success in current role
• Previous warehouse selection and training experience required
• Achieves, or exceeds, set performance, attendance, safety, quality and efficiency goals
• Positive attitude
• Bilingual a plus
• Excellent communicator. Clearly conveys and seeks information in a manner that is engaging
• Successful working under pressure while maintaining company standards for safety and quality
• Proven leadership and motivational ability. Models company values as part of all interactions
• Computer experience; able to use current warehouse operation systems to track and monitor performance of hourly employee while in training
• Able to monitor multiple employees (up to 10) at one time in various weeks of training
• Physical abilities: Safely and efficiently lift up to 60lbs while walking/standing and engaging with new hires
• Detail oriented a must. Ability to monitor multiple hourly trainees at various levels of training
• Compliance with all company policies and procedures

Years Of Experience

• 0-2 : Warehouse selection experience. Experience working in a production environment as a selector, loader, lift operator, and/or other warehouses positions. Previous experience training in a warehouse.
  

Special Skills

• Positive attitude. Bilingual a plus.

• Successful working under pressure.

  Proven leadership and motivational ability.

• Safety and Quality oriented. Detail oriented a must.

QualificationsCoaching, Communication, Drive For Results, Emotional Intelligence (EQ), High School Diploma - General Studies, Leadership, Safety Focused Shift2nd Shift (United States of America) CompanyPiggly Wiggly Midwest LLC About Our Company

Building on its more than 100-year history in the grocery business, Piggly Wiggly continues to grow its presence with stores throughout the Midwest, South and Northeast. C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC. operates corporate stores and services independent franchisees under a chain-style model. This unique grocery store offers the selection and assortment of a national chain, with the service and local customization of a community-based retailer. Each store contains specialized local assortments to meet local shoppers’ needs.

Piggly Wiggly is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. The Company provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.