Learning and Development Trainer

Global Industrial•North Las Vegas, NV

1d•Onsite

About The Position

For over 70 years Global Industrial has been an industry leader providing private label and brand name industrial equipment and supplies to businesses throughout North America. We carry over one million industrial, material handling and business products that are sold through our website, corporate sales people and full color catalogs. We are constantly increasing our product offerings to meet the diverse and changing needs of our customers. Our customers include small to large corporations, institutions, government agencies and consumers across North America. The position is responsible for leading large and small training sessions across the distribution center for safety, quality and process adherence. Responsibilities include training, coaching, and revising training material to support warehouse departmental objectives. The L&D Trainer will manage all training records, local training matrix, and cross training metrics.

Requirements

Highschool diploma or GED required, associate degree preferred
Minimum of 3 years of experience in a distribution/warehouse environment
Working knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office applications; specifically, MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Knowledge of hand (RF) scanners and experience using Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
Experienced in project management and demonstrated success in process improvement
Must possess outstanding verbal/written communication skills and problem-solving skills
High standard of integrity and reliability; able to build trust & loyalty with others
Must be able to work in a warehouse environment
Ability to gain consensus and work with multiple departments simultaneously
Must possess the ability to identify issues and create solid corrective action plans

Responsibilities

Responsible for having a working knowledge of all distribution center positions and duties
Responsible for classroom and initial hands-on technical training of all non-exempt DC employees in all aspects of their position
Responsible for the development of or assisting with the development of technical training materials, Work Instructions (WI), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Best Method Guides and the maintenance of all technical training and SOPs
Responsible for SOP validation and on-floor observations –partner with Operations to ensure process execution and SOP’s are aligned. Partner with Operations to retrain employees when SOP’s are modified
Creates hands-on facilitators guides, modules, test and quizzes for all existing and new associates
Facilitate classroom and on the floor training on processes, systems, safety, and ergonomic techniques
In-depth knowledge of local warehouse training and cross training needs
Develop and maintain training tools, including worksheets, templates, matrix, and reports
Be the subject matter expert on the work instructions related to your training alongside your trainees as required
Facilitates delivery of training material to all new and existing associates
Provides individual coaching and motivation to trainees on progress and performance
Ensures a seamless transition from training to the live production floor
Coaches and reinforces front-line employees and leadership in applying skills learned in training
Work as a team with all members of the operation to meet company training and quality goals
Provide reporting on effectiveness and progress of the training experience, and offer recommendations for improvements
Work to continually improve attrition and reduce turnover with thorough training programs
Other tasks as assigned