Operations Training Lead (8:00am-4:30pm)
About The Position
The Operations Training Lead is a specialized warehouse position, serving as the primary operations trainer within the facility. This role is responsible for conducting comprehensive training programs to support the development, safety, and performance of warehouse associates. Training responsibilities include new hire onboarding, cross-training, best methods/job function instruction, equipment training, performance improvement retraining, and other duties as assigned by the Operations Manager and Operations Supervisor. This position is critical to promoting a culture of safety, operational efficiency, and continuous learning. When not actively conducting training, the Operations Training Lead participates in regular warehouse operational tasks or special projects directed by leadership.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- 2 years’ experience training others (formal, informal, or on-the-job training)
- Experience operating powered industrial trucks (e.g., forklift, reach truck) and willingness to operate and train others following facility-provided training and certification
- Proven commitment to safe work practices
- Basic math and reading comprehension skills
- Consistent and reliable on-the-job performance and attendance
- Ability to work independently with limited supervision or collaboratively within a team
- Basic computer skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Flexibility to shift between training and operational tasks as needed
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Nice To Haves
- Certified as an industrial powered equipment trainer
- Leadership experience, with or without direct report responsibility
- Prior experience in distribution center operations or general warehouse experience
Responsibilities
- Conduct new hire onboarding and training to ensure successful integration into the warehouse environment.
- Deliver cross-training for Operations associates to enhance workforce flexibility and skill diversity.
- Provide instruction on best methods and job functions, emphasizing accuracy, efficiency, and safety.
- Lead equipment training, ensuring proper and safe use of power equipment (PIT).
- Support retraining efforts.
- Collaborate with leadership on special projects and process improvement initiatives.
- Promote and maintain a strong culture of safety, serving as a role model and advocate for safe work practices.
- When not engaged in training responsibilities, perform standard operational functions or contribute to designated projects.
Benefits
- Competitive base salary plus performance-based incentives.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and 401(k).
- Opportunities for career growth in a global organization.
- A collaborative culture committed to innovation, partnership, and continuous improvement.
- Top quality medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans Waldom pays the majority of the medical plan cost
- Fourteen (14) days of paid time off (PTO) annually (accrued at 2.15 hours per week for the first four (4) years of employment)
- 8 Paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday
- 8 hours of paid volunteer time off annually
- Corporate Discount Program
- Employee Assistance Program 100% Waldom Paid!
- Generous Paid Maternity & Paternity Leaves
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Scholarship Program: for your eligible children, grandchildren & legal dependents, up to $8k a year
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
