MO- PLANT PRODUCTION TRAINERS (RTE ES)

Production Trainers provide on the job training to teach production associates the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to be successful employees of Butterball LLC. Trainers act as mentors to associates and provide guidance and support.

At Butterball, we exist to help people pass love on. As the most recognized name in turkey, the brand represents more than 60 years of cherished memories, providing quality, great tasting products that make meals something to celebrate every day. We proudly believe that life at Butterball means having a team who supports you, having the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, and making an impact on the health of others daily.

Whether you choose to work at one of our five (5) manufacturing facilities in NC, AR, MO, farms in AR, NC, and KS, corporate office in NC, IL, or in the field, we believe we have an opportunity for everyone to succeed. At Butterball, we believe in fostering a culture where every team member is valued, has the opportunity to grow professionally and contribute to our success. Join us in our Purpose and apply for an opportunity today!

Key Responsibilities:

• Follow up on classroom training regarding Job Hazards, PPE, and Food Safety

• Review and explain job instruction training to new associates

• Work with team leads and supervisors to ensure associates can perform their job task correctly and safely

• Provide job improvement training for current associates

• Help with Production department projects

• Communicate with Department Superintendent regarding daily work schedule as well as departmental needs

• Responsible for notifying Department Superintendent when corrections are necessary for OJT/JSA

• Train new associates on Food Safety/GMP’s/Food Defense, evacuation, and proper use of PPE

• Train new associates on Safety Topic Awareness: Lock Out Tag Out, HAZCOM, EAP, PSM/RMP, Confined Space, PPE, Hearing Conservation, Ergonomic and Safe lifting, Blood Bourne Pathogen

• Any other duties assigned by Department Manager

Minimum Qualifications (Education & Experience)

• High School Diploma or related preferred

Essential Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledgeable of all departmental jobs (online and offline) with the ability to describe and perform all line tasks at line speed

• Ability to work independently and to be self-motivated in performing job tasks

• Ability to be a role model for good work behaviors and attendance for all team members

• Ability to communicate with associates at all levels, from hourly to plant management

• Ability to provide guidance for new associates regarding the facility Safety and Food Safety programs

• Strong working knowledge of policies, procedures, and rules of the plant and company

• Translation and interpretation skills, if bilingual

Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Previous experience conducting on-the-job training (individual or large groups) preferred

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office or data entry (Microsoft Forms, Word, Excel) preferred

• Bilingual English Spanish or English-Creole (read, write, speak) preferred

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in a food processing plant with a high noise level, storage coolers/facilities.

• Position requires working around processing plant equipment.

• Must be physically capable of working extended hours if needed and in a wet environment, standing for long periods of time, and operating processing equipment.

• This position requires the individual to wear and work in personal protective equipment while in the manufacturing environment.

• The noise level of the office environment is usually moderate; the noise level in the manufacturing environment may exceed 85 DBA and require hearing protection.

Disclaimer

We embrace equal opportunity employment. Butterball is committed to the fair and impartial treatment of all employees and applicants for employment without regard to gender, age, race, religion, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, military/veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law.

This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of Butterball’s Drug/Alcohol Screening & Testing Policy. Details will be provided to individuals who receive a conditional job offer, or upon request.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of what is required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not imply or establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

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