Technical Trainer - kdc/one Columbus
About The Position
KDC is a network of best-in-class custom formulators and manufacturers of color cosmetics, skincare, haircare, bath & body, fragrance, deodorant, home, health, industrial, and auto care products. KDC delivers high-touch innovation, operational excellence, and speed to market to well-known and emerging beauty, personal, and specialty companies from coast to coast. KDC has its head office in Longueuil, Québec. In addition, KDC has 10 operating facilities located throughout North America. Altogether, the company employs nearly 4,800 talented and dedicated employees in North America. Technical Trainer – Material Control Do you have experience operating forklifts, using SAP, and training others? If you enjoy coaching employees, leading by example, and helping others succeed, we'd love to meet you! We're looking for a Technical Trainer – Material Control to train and develop our Forklift Operators and Material Coordinators. In this role, you'll ensure employees are properly trained on equipment, warehouse processes, safety standards, and SAP while supporting a culture of continuous learning and operational excellence.
Requirements
- Experience training or leading warehouse or Material Control employees.
- Strong working knowledge of SAP.
- Experience operating Raymond material handling equipment.
- Excellent communication and people skills.
- Strong organizational and follow-up skills.
- Ability to multitask and manage multiple training priorities.
- High attention to detail.
- Ability to build positive working relationships across all levels.
Nice To Haves
- 3-5 years of warehouse, Material Control, or distribution experience.
- Previous experience as a trainer, lead, or supervisor.
- Experience with WMS, RF scanners, or other warehouse systems.
Responsibilities
- Train, coach, and certify Forklift Operators and Material Coordinators.
- Lead new hire onboarding and hands-on equipment training.
- Train employees on SAP transactions and Material Control processes.
- Demonstrate safe operation of Raymond equipment, including: Reach Truck, Stand-Up Forklift, Turret Truck.
- Evaluate employee performance and provide coaching for improvement.
- Create and maintain training materials, SOPs, and work instructions.
- Track employee training records and certifications.
- Partner with supervisors to identify skill gaps and training opportunities.
- Promote safe work practices and compliance with company policies.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives throughout the warehouse.
Benefits
- KDC-ONE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.
- I understand that employment with KDC-ONE Company is at-will, meaning that I or KDC-ONE Company may terminate my employment at any time, or for any reason consistent with applicable state or federal law.
- I understand that KDC-One requires the successful completion of a drug and/or alcohol test as a condition of employment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
