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Responsible for the training and skill development of hourly new hire employees, including, but not limited to, the development of knife techniques to include sharpening and maintenance of sharpening tools.  Will work most of the time on the production floor coaching and assisting new employees in learning production jobs after they are hired and to assist with training on the job with employees have moved positions through the job bidding process.  On the Job trainers will be responsible for some job specific training that may include knife sharpening techniques, and other job specific knowledge required for an employee to learn their assigned position with the company.  Will work with Supervision and Training Supervisor to ensure tracking documents are in place to best identify those needing additional training.

Core Responsibilities

Trains hourly new hire production employees on skill development and job requirements.

Observes the production line to ensure appropriate job techniques and logs daily work.

Corrects and retrains employees exhibiting inadequate skills and behavior that is contrary to job requirements and correct job techniques.

Assists Training Specialist and Supervisor with, progress reports; job bid qualifications; and identifying trends involving employees, tools, or jobs/tasks. For example, employees having the most difficulty maintaining a sharp cutting tool, or being able to perform assigned job requirements.

Communicates training needs with area supervisors.

Accurately documents required training attendance. 

Audits M-IQ tier meetings, utilizes LSW leader standard work to prioritize daily work.

Assist in on-boarding of new employees by leading tours and distributing and train on appropriate PPE use.

Ability to rotate to different shifts based on production needs

Ability to travel to other facilities to assist with new start-up projects

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 2+ years experience in manufacturing operations, required

In lieu of a High School Diploma or GED, candidate must have 6 years of Smithfield manufacturing industry experience

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Bilingual in more than one language preferred

Able to work with co-workers proactively and in a team environment

Shows problem solving abilities

Preferred knowledge of Excel or other computer programs.

Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.

Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The plant environment will include wet or humid conditions (non-weather related), extreme cold and heat (non-weather related), working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and chemicals.

Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud when in the production area.

Occasionally lift and/or move up to 60 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus.

Frequently required to sit, stand, walk; use hands to handle or feel, and talk or hear; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, climb or crawl.

EEO/AA Information

Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.