Workforce Development (WFD) Logistics Instructor

FeedMore Western New York, Inc•Buffalo, NY

1d•$30 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

The Workforce Development (WFD) Logistics Instructor, in partnership with the Chief Workforce Development Officer, oversees all educational efforts for the RISE (Readying Individuals for Success & Employment) Logistics training program. This program is designed to equip individuals with significant barriers to employment with critical skills for success in the growing regional food industry. The instructor will teach students from challenging backgrounds, helping them navigate life challenges to achieve and maintain gainful employment. Responsibilities include curriculum refinement, classroom and warehouse instruction, and life skills education, all within a positive and safe learning environment that fosters student success.

Requirements

Minimum two (2) years of experience working with diverse at-risk populations either in case management, social work, or workforce training
Logistics or warehousing experience preferred
Bachelor’s degree preferred, potentially in operations, education or a related field
Strong communicator providing thoughtful follow-up and timely responses to all stakeholders
Solid organization skills and attention to detail
Independent problem-solving skills
Willingness to become a certified instructor with the logistics course we use (MSSC CLT)
Willingness to become forklift certified and also a certified forklift trainer
Works independently and as a contributing team member
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to create and maintain a trainee focused environment that recognizes the strengths and abilities of each trainee
Ability to relate to and work with a diverse trainee population
Ability to have empathy for those that we serve while ensuring that they make progress towards self-sufficiency
Ability to work non-traditional hours infrequently; the position will typically be Monday to Friday 8 am – 4 pm
MUST have a valid NYS Driver’s License/be capable of lifting 35 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Logistics or warehousing experience
Bachelor’s degree potentially in operations, education or a related field

Responsibilities

Teaches curriculum in classroom setting: warehousing skills, life skills, resume writing/interviewing & job search skills, mental health awareness & coping skills
Coordinates internal & external training partners including OSHA 10-hour General Industry training, financial literacy, nutrition education, computer literacy, ServSafe Food Handlers certification, forklift training (classroom & hands-on)
Creates and communicates detailed cohort schedule to all stakeholders utilizing Excel and Outlook calendars
Acts as a liaison between trainees and warehouse staff who assist with practical experience in order to improve communication, understanding, resolve conflict, and provide direction
Manages the student recruitment process
Manages trainee application and intake process including background checks and drug screens
Partners with the Chief Workforce Development Officer and WFD Support Coordinator to track attendance and student success measures, assist students with class- and job-related issues, and connect students to additional wrap-around services
Collaborates with employer partners to ensure program graduates are successful in employment and works with employers on any necessary corrective action/solution
Partners with the Chief Workforce Development Officer to develop, monitor, track, report and enhance all aspects of trainee application, orientation, curriculum, job skills training progress, and the obtainment of employment (as needed)
Ensures that all local, state, and federal safety standards are in compliance
Assists with grant reporting (as needed)
Assist with any and all mission work as needed and requested with some or no prior notice including, but not limited to: serving as a truck spotter, helping with FARM Market/Community Garden/Freight Farms/on and off-site food distributions, preparation of meals and serving home-delivered meals
Other duties as assigned or needed