Patch & Polish Trainer- Night Shift

Nautique•Orlando, FL

About The Position

The Patch & Polish Trainer trains department team members in daily operations and provides guidance and support to build their proficiency. The role supports facility objectives by maintaining safety and product-quality standards and helping ensure on-time delivery as products move between departments. It also contributes to team efficiency and continuous improvement. The position includes hazardous-waste management activities regulated under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA, 40 CFR 265.16) and Department of Transportation regulations (49 CFR). Duties include generating, handling, labeling, and inspecting hazardous waste, as well as emergency response support.

Requirements

3–5 years of experience in a production department.
Knowledge and practical experience in the training subject area.
Understanding and ability to apply and deliver training based on adult cognition and learning principles.
Working knowledge of the processes and procedures required to perform all department functions.
Ability to drive a forklift.
Strong knowledge of training subjects.
Clear communication and engaging training delivery.
Ability to adapt training approaches to diverse learning needs.
Analytical decision-making and attention to detail.
Ability to assess trainee progress and performance and proactively address training issues.
Ability to develop effective training materials and respond to trainee questions and feedback.
Ability to work under time pressure, meet training deadlines, manage time efficiently, and respect schedules.
Commitment to personal and professional growth.
Ability to work independently or as part of a training team.
Ability to work in a non-climate-controlled environment where ambient temperatures may exceed outside air temperature.
Ability to bend at the waist and knees, stand for extended periods, climb into and out of boat interiors, and lift up to 50 pounds when necessary.
Must wear appropriate safety equipment, including a respirator when required.

Responsibilities

Train new and transferred employees joining the department.
Conduct cross-training within the department.
Evaluate and document employees’ skill progress.
Conduct retraining sessions to address departmental quality issues.
Audit production and quality standards.
Assist with resolving departmental challenges and concerns.
Use and update work instructions to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
Administer a trainer’s report card to assess trainee performance.
Model positive behaviors.
Perform hazardous-waste management activities in compliance with RCRA and Department of Transportation regulations, including generation, handling, labeling, inspection, and emergency response.
Identify and characterize hazardous indicators and accumulation start dates, and ensure hazardous-waste materials are properly packaged.
Conduct and document hazardous-waste container inspections in assigned areas.
Offer hazardous waste to an approved Treatment & Storage Disposal transportation company.
Act as an emergency coordinator or provide emergency-response support.