Production Trainer

Nemera•Buffalo Grove, IL

13d•$24 - $30

About The Position

The Production Trainer is an on-the-job tutor who transfers production knowledge and skills to new employees on the production floor. The role welcomes new production employees and temporary workers, introduces them to the work area, and provides instruction on assigned tasks, machinery, production documentation, product quality, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and workplace safety. The trainer uses training checklists to assess employees, provide feedback and further instruction, and monitor their progress. The position works in a clean manufacturing and warehouse environment that may have moderate noise levels.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience as an effective operator in injection molding and/or assembly.
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Completed specific training provided by the Quality and EHS departments.
Extensive knowledge of safety procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
Complete knowledge of quality procedures and documentation applicable to production workstations.
Ability to frequently lift up to 50 lbs.
Ability to stand and walk for 90% of shifts and move between machines, buildings, and/or clean rooms.
Ability to bend, stoop, reach, push, pull, grab, and climb.

Responsibilities

Welcome new production employees and temporary workers and introduce them to the work position and environment, including production floor areas, colleagues, the quality team, and suppliers.
Manage training checklists for each new employee and work with the Production Supervisor to assign Training Buddies.
Demonstrate how to complete shift tasks according to product specifications and operating instructions.
Show and explain how to start, operate, and shut down machines, and what to do in the event of equipment malfunction or an accident.
Introduce workstation documentation, such as specifications, inspection instructions, and lot record packages, and ensure it is properly followed and completed.
Train employees on product quality, production of different samples, visual checks, and Good Manufacturing Practices, including traceability, identification, batch naming, preparation, and clearance.
Explain workstation risks, such as pinching and cutting hazards, and standard responses to safety concerns or incidents.
Assess new employees at the end of induction using the training checklist, provide regular feedback and additional training as needed, and monitor their progress over time.
Share tutoring best practices and identified challenges with other Tutors, the Production Supervisor, the Technical Production Trainer, and Human Resources.
Perform other duties as assigned.