Bilingual Trainer

Palmer Candy Company•Sioux City, IA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Palmer Candy is looking for a Bilingual Trainer to train new and existing Team Members in both English and Spanish We are seeking a skilled and motivated Bilingual Trainer to support a growing food manufacturing organization across two local facilities. This role is responsible for designing, developing, and delivering effective training programs in both English and Spanish. The Trainer will play a key role in onboarding, compliance training, and continuous workforce development, while also supporting the HR team with translation and communication needs.

Requirements

Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish (required)
2+ years of training experience, preferably in a manufacturing or food production environment
Experience with Alchemy LMS (or similar learning management systems)
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Strong instructional design skills with the ability to create training content from the ground up
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and adapt in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of food safety standards (e.g., GMP, HACCP) is a plus

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and implement training programs from scratch for production, safety, quality, and compliance
Deliver engaging training sessions in both English and Spanish for Team Members at all levels
Evaluate training effectiveness and continuously improve content and delivery methods
Utilize Alchemy software to assign, track, and report on Team Member training
Maintain accurate training records and ensure compliance with company and regulatory requirements
Generate and analyze training reports for leadership and HR
Translate training materials, policies, procedures, and HR communications into Spanish and English
Serve as a language resource for Team Members and management to ensure clear and effective communication
Facilitate new hire orientation and onboarding programs
Partner with department leaders to identify skill gaps and training needs
Support ongoing Team Member development initiatives
Work closely with HR, Operations, Quality, and Safety teams to align training with business goals
Assist HR with Team Member engagement initiatives and communication strategies
Provide training support at both company facilities, requiring minor local travel
Regular and reliable attendance is required