On-The-Job Trainer

Responsibilities

• The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.
• Flexibility, Support & Special Assignments: At times, you'll rotate to different shifts to support production needs, and you may travel to other facilities to assist with start-up projects. You will also take on additional responsibilities as assigned to ensure training and operations run smoothly.
• WHAT WE'RE SEEKING:
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 2+ years' experience in manufacturing operations, required.
• In lieu of a High School Diploma or GED, candidate must have 6 years of Smithfield manufacturing industry experience.
• Communicate clearly and confidently, demonstrating excellent written and oral communication skills to guide and support others.
• Bilingual ability is a plus for connecting with a diverse workforce.
• OTHER SKILLS THAT MAKE YOU STAND OUT:
• Work proactively and independently with a high level of personal accountability, demonstrating self-motivation and the ability to manage time, plan effectively, and execute tasks with minimal oversight.
• Leverage strong interpersonal and teamwork skills to foster respect, approachability, and collaboration, building trust and a positive, sup

Benefits

Additional Information

If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub. Have a seat at our table. When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special - a company that's sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four values - gratitude, communication, respect and accountability - and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact. Apply Now! THE VALUE YOU'LL BRING: The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section. As an On-the-Job Trainer, you'll be a cornerstone of our team's success-setting new employees up to thrive from day one. You'll take the lead in training and developing hourly team members, empowering them with essential technical skills like expert knife techniques, sharpening, and tool maintenance to ensure they work safely, efficiently, and confidently. Most of your time will be hands-on, right on the production floor, where you'll work closely alongside new hires-coaching, demonstrating, and reinforcing best practices. You won't just teach employees how to do the job; you'll inspire them to do it well and take pride in their work. You'll also be the go-to resource for employees transitioning into new roles through the job-bidding process, providing tailored, on-the-job training and guidance to help them succeed. Whether it's mastering knife sharpening or mastering new responsibilities, your expertise will be essential to their growth. Collaboration is key-you'll partner with plant supervision and the Training Supervisor to meticulously document and track training progress. Your keen observation skills, clear communication, and patient coaching style will directly contribute to developing a skilled, confident workforce and driving employee retention.

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