On The Job Trainer - Farms

Brand: Michael Foods Inc. Categories: Farm Ops Production Locations: Wakefield, Nebraska Position Type: Regular Full-Time Remote Eligible: No Req ID: 30180 Job Description Business Unit Overview Michael Foods, Inc. is a leader in the food processing and distribution industry with business in egg products, refrigerated grocery and potato products. We offer exciting job possibilities throughout our organization where you can enhance your career, sharpen your talents and make an impact. Join our company and be part of an innovative team that's First in Food . Location Description Michael Foods, Inc. located in Wakefield, Nebraska is known as the Baseball Capital of Nebraska. Milton G. Waldbaum and Dan Gardner founded our egg-processing business in 1950 here in Wakefield. Our location raises chickens and produces tankers of liquid egg to be consumed by our processing facilities. Responsibilities POSITION SUMMARY : The purpose of this position is to provide Bi-lingual On-The-Job Training to new, entry-level, or transferred employees in the operation and/or department equipment and Work Instructions and to assist in the developing and delivery of other training, i.e. orientation, quality assurance, safety, problem solving and continuous improvement training. This position has constant responsibility to comply with Safety work rules as well as an obligation to reinforce Safety as a Core Value. Ensures that all policies, procedures and activities, related to Food Safety & Quality, are followed and complied with uniformly, to reduce product and process variability. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides a safe work environment for all personnel. Assumes personal responsibility to insure safe and healthy workplace for everyone. Adhere to all safety policies and procedures and, incorporate safety and health in all jobs and tasks. Primary responsibility will be to oversee and implement the Employee Training Qualification Program for Operations employees. This includes training and validation of trainees with respect to their performance against established training objectives and recommendation of additional skill requirements as needed. Develop OJT training programs and participate on teams developing training plans and OJT programs. Assist in developing Work Instructions, checklists, and visual aids. Ensure the Phase 2 and JHAs are completed for new hires and transfers. Conduct new employee orientation, OJT/classroom training and certification. Follow up on a regular, planned schedule to answer questions and verify proficiency. Conduct cross training and annual re-qualification as required by the Training Qualification Program. Support employees who have questions or need additional assistance in understanding their job responsibilities. Assist maintaining files of training materials and organized log(s) of all training conducted. During non-training or non-production periods, the OJT trainer may be called upon to perform in other capacities such as: working on problem solving, continuous improvement or safety programs/training; cross training of operators; assist with training programs in other departments; check for correct procedure and accuracy; and assist in general housekeeping activities. Periodic attendance of training seminars, of which some will require out of town or overnight arrangements. Perform all training in full compliance with all company, state and/or federal safety and environmental regulations. Notify designated personnel of any irregularities in materials, process, or equipment. Assist with the development, implementation, and updating of required written safety and health programs and plans. These may include, as needed: Hazard Communication Program, Exposure Control Program (Bloodborne Pathogens), Hazard Assessment and Personal Protective Equipment Program (PPE), Respiratory Protection Program, Chemical Safety, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Confined Space Entry Program, Emergency Action Plan. Assist with monthly safety, compliance trainings and all other specifically required training is provided for all employees. Help maintain contractor program/training. Designated 1 st shift, with additional hours as needed. Ability to work on any shift as needed to meet internal customer training needs. Work one weekend a month to help with part time trainings. Expected to adhere to safe work practices, follow GMP and HACCP guidelines, maintain sanitary conditions and ensure that product quality is maintained. Report to management any conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety, food quality or personnel safety. Help conduct exit interviews. Assist with translations in all areas of operation. Must be able to shower in and out to several farm locations and adhere to biosecurity protocols. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION AND EXPEREINCE REQUIRED: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent Bilingual (English/Spanish) Proven ability to work with and teach employees with diverse backgrounds and learning methods/abilities. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations in English. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and in group situations. Ability to respond to questions from internal/external customers/vendors at all levels including management. PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS: Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Knowledge and previous application of adult education and learning techniques. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, and diagram or schedule form. Knowledge of local, state and federal laws and regulations regarding compliance training requirements. Proficient in Microsoft Office including Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Word. Experience with SharePoint and Access a plus. Ability to recognize problem situations, investigate and take appropriate steps to resolve. Ability to work in cold, wet, noisy, dusty and humid environments. Demonstrates the ability to maintain positive interpersonal relationships and work effectively with others to complete work assignments. Able to work independently or with others in a team environment depending upon the assignment. Self-motivated while also willing to ask questions and seek direction. Displays responsible behavior at work. Open to change. Ability to obtain and maintain a forklift and pallet jack license. POSITION SUMMARY : The purpose of this position is to provide Bi-lingual On-The-Job Training to new, entry-level, or transferred employees in the operation and/or department equipment and Work Instructions and to assist in the developing and delivery of other training, i.e. orientation, quality assurance, safety, problem solving and continuous improvement training. This position has constant responsibility to comply with Safety work rules as well as an obligation to reinforce Safety as a Core Value. Ensures that all policies, procedures and activities, related to Food Safety & Quality, are followed and complied with uniformly, to reduce product and process variability. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides a safe work environment for all personnel. Assumes personal responsibility to insure safe and healthy workplace for everyone. Adhere to all safety policies and procedures and, incorporate safety and health in all jobs and tasks. Primary responsibility will be to oversee and implement the Employee Training Qualification Program for Operations employees. This includes training and validation of trainees with respect to their performance against established training objectives and recommendation of additional skill requirements as needed. Develop OJT training programs and participate on teams developing training plans and OJT programs. Assist in developing Work Instructions, checklists, and visual aids. Ensure the Phase 2 and JHAs are completed for new hires and transfers. Conduct new employee orientation, OJT/classroom training and certification. Follow up on a regular, planned schedule to answer questions and verify proficiency. Conduct cross training and annual re-qualification as required by the Training Qualification Program. Support employees who have questions or need additional assistance in understanding their job responsibilities. Assist maintaining files of training materials and organized log(s) of all training conducted. During non-training or non-production periods, the OJT trainer may be called upon to perform in other capacities such as: working on problem solving, continuous improvement or safety programs/training; cross training of operators; assist with training programs in other departments; check for correct procedure and accuracy; and assist in general housekeeping activities. Periodic attendance of training seminars, of which some will require out of town or overnight arrangements. Perform all training in full compliance with all company, state and/or federal safety and environmental regulations. Notify designated personnel of any irregularities in materials, process, or equipment. Assist with the development, implementation, and updating of required written safety and health programs and plans. These may include, as needed: Hazard Communication Program, Exposure Control Program (Bloodborne Pathogens), Hazard Assessment and Personal Protective Equipment Program (PPE), Respiratory Protection Program, Chemical Safety, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Confined Space Entry Program, Emergency Action Plan. Assist with monthly safety, compliance trainings and all other specifically required training is provided for all employees. Help maintain contractor program/training. Designated 1 st shift, with additional hours as needed. Ability to work on any shift as needed to meet internal customer training needs. Work one weekend a month to help with part time trainings. Expected to adhere to safe work practices, follow GMP and HACCP guidelines, maintain sanitary conditions and ensure that product quality is maintained. Report to management any conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety, food quality or personnel safety. Help conduct exit interviews. Assist with translations in all areas of operation. Must be able to shower in and out to several farm locations and adhere to biosecurity protocols. Performs other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION AND EXPEREINCE REQUIRED: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent Bilingual (English/Spanish) Proven ability to work with and teach employees with diverse backgrounds and learning methods/abilities. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations in English. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and in group situations. Ability to respond to questions from internal/external customers/vendors at all levels including management. PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS: Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Knowledge and previous application of adult education and learning techniques. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, and diagram or schedule form. Knowledge of local, state and federal laws and regulations regarding compliance training requirements. Proficient in Microsoft Office including Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Word. Experience with SharePoint and Access a plus. Ability to recognize problem situations, investigate and take appropriate steps to resolve. Ability to work in cold, wet, noisy, dusty and humid environments. Demonstrates the ability to maintain positive interpersonal relationships and work effectively with others to complete work assignments. Able to work independently or with others in a team environment depending upon the assignment. Self-motivated while also willing to ask questions and seek direction. Displays responsible behavior at work. Open to change. Ability to obtain and maintain a forklift and pallet jack license. Post Holdings provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, status as a covered veteran and any other category protected under applicable federal, state, provincial and local laws. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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