On-The-Job Trainer

Smithfield Foods•Monmouth, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The On-the-Job Trainer trains and develops hourly team members, including new hires and employees moving into new roles through the job-bidding process. The trainer provides hands-on instruction on job-specific skills, safety practices, knife handling and sharpening, and tool maintenance, primarily on the production floor. They observe employees, coach in real time, reinforce best practices, and provide retraining when performance or behaviors do not meet expectations. The position documents training attendance, daily observations, and employee progress; assists the Training Specialist and Supervisor with reports and job-bid qualification reviews; and identifies trends related to tools, tasks, or employee performance. The trainer collaborates with area supervisors, participates in M-IQ tier meetings, uses Leader Standard Work to plan tasks, supports onboarding with plant tours and PPE instruction, and may rotate shifts or travel to other facilities for start-up projects. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and at least 2 years of relevant experience; alternatively, 6 years of Smithfield manufacturing industry experience in lieu of a high school diploma or GED.
Clear, confident communication skills, including strong written and oral communication.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.

Nice To Haves

Experience in manufacturing operations.
Bilingual ability.
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and the broader Microsoft Office Suite.
Familiarity with SAP.
Ability to work proactively and independently with accountability, self-motivation, time management, planning, and minimal oversight.
Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills to foster collaboration and a supportive work environment.
Problem-solving and strategic thinking skills, including coaching others through challenges.
Organizational, analytical reasoning, and adaptability skills.

Responsibilities

Train new-hire and job-bid employees on essential job skills, safety practices, and job-specific techniques, including knife handling and sharpening.
Observe employees on the production floor and provide real-time coaching and retraining as needed.
Document training attendance, daily observations, and employee progress.
Assist the Training Specialist and Supervisor with progress reports and job-bid qualification reviews.
Identify trends involving tools, job tasks, or employee performance.
Collaborate with area supervisors to communicate training needs and performance concerns.
Participate in M-IQ tier meetings and use Leader Standard Work to plan and prioritize tasks.
Support onboarding by leading plant tours and training employees on proper PPE use.
Rotate to different shifts as needed to support production.
Travel to other facilities to assist with start-up projects as needed.
Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.