Warehouse Trainer

Dot Foods Inc.; University Park (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses for performance

Medical, dental, 401k, profit-sharing

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Dot Foods Inc. is seeking a Warehouse Training Specialist in University Park, IL. You will train staff to operate warehouse management systems and equipment, while coaching and evaluating performance. The role emphasizes adherence to standard work and waste reduction.

Schedule details are provided in the role specifics; the position requires working with safety-focused, on-site teams and occasional travel as needed. This is a hands-on training role within a family-owned distribution culture.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Currently employed by Dot Foods or Dot Transportation, Inc. is required.
• Demonstrated on-the-job behaviors reflecting positive and constructive approaches to business issues.

Responsibilities

• Trains assigned personnel to use warehouse management systems and equipment safely and accurately.
• Acts as a coach and mentor to trainees.
• Evaluates performance of trainees.
• Follows standard work and work instructions to ensure consistency.
• Aims to eliminate waste in all areas of the role.

Skills

Communication skills

Coaching

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Description

Your Role: Provides on-the-job warehouse training for new and current employees. Provides training on
safety and other key job functions within the warehouse.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Trains assigned personnel to accurately, consistently, & safely use warehouse management systems, along with material handling equipment & supplies
• Serves as a coach and mentor to assigned personnel
• Evaluates performance of assigned personnel
• Follows and applies standard work and work instructions
• Works to eliminate waste in all areas of the position

YOU MUST HAVE

• Must be currently employed by Dot Foods or Dot Transportation, Inc.
• In good standing, Manager approval
• High School Diploma or GED
• Demonstrated on-the-job behaviors that reflect positive and constructive approaches to
  business issues.

YOU MAY ALSO HAVE

• Bachelor's Degree
• Prior success in a leadership or training role
• Strong communication skills

ROLE SPECIFICS

• Schedule: Thursday, Friday and Saturday 5:30pm-6:00am
• Environment: Working in below negative temperatures to high heat temperatures
• Travel: Occasional overnight to travel required. Must have the ability to travel independently as needed,
  without restriction by all modes of transportation, including car, plane, or train

WHO WE ARE

Dot Foods makes products more accessible and affordable to the food industry. We add efficiency to the supply chain and build strong partnerships with distributors, suppliers, and operators. Our company was created on a foundation of respect and dependability. People who are open to input, ask questions, embrace diversity, and seek innovative solutions thrive here.

WHAT DOT CAN OFFER YOU

As a family-owned and -operated company since 1960, Dot Foods has created a strong family culture. We make everyone feel included and respected. In addition to an inclusive working environment, we will provide you with:

• Competitive compensation package, including bonuses for successful performance
• Extensive benefits including medical, dental, 401k, and profit-sharing
• Significant advancement opportunities

Safety: This position assumes responsibility for the workplace safety of self and co-workers, and for the safety conditions of the work locations, exercise and promotes safe behaviors and show unyielding support of programs, rules and policies regarding safety.

EOE/AA Employer: Dot believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities. Dot will not discriminate against its employees or applicants for employment because of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status or other basic classes protected by applicable federal or state law provided they are qualified for employment or for existing positions.