Converting Trainer

Novolex is a leader in packaging innovation, choice and sustainability. We manufacture products in paper, plastic and sustainable materials for the food, retail, health and industrial markets.

The Novolex sustainability vision is built upon three pillars: our products, our operations and our people. Each is critically important to our growth and future as a business. These pillars form the foundation of our company-wide commitment to sustainability, helping us achieve our ambitious goals through our wide-ranging initiatives.

Position Summary
Provides on-the-job training that requires thorough knowledge of related computerized production management systems and mechanical operation of each type of bag machine within the facility. Participates in the implementation of new training programs and may introduce new processes for manufacturing areas. Maintains rosters of training progress, examination as well as certification records, and, in addition, may monitor trainees. Coordinates safety initiatives including facilitating safety committee meetings and reporting.
Essential Functions & Key Responsibilities:
- Champions Novolex/Hilex Poly products and values
- Collaborates with plant manager, supervisors, and department managers to identify training needs
- Develops and follows training curriculum to conduct training and/or retraining on machines, material handling, safety, and quality control processes
-Documents and tracks training and/or retraining certification for each employee
- Supports all Company initiatives as identified by management and in support of quality, environmental, health and safety management systems
- Assures that environmental, health and safety training is updated and conducted as needed
- Owns all training modules; as a subject matter expert, the Trainer will provide recommendations to aid in the creation of new modules or revision and improvement of existing modules, job aids and learning materials.
- Works with operators to identify and include best practices
- Identifies recurring quality issues and train to eliminate
- Resolves and/or facilitates resolution of problems including identifying causes to prevent re-occurrence
- Provides constructive feedback to training participants
- Administers knowledge validation testing to training participants as needed
- May serve as a lead and assign work to less experienced personnel
- Complies with all Company policies, operating procedures, processes, regulatory requirements, and task assignments
- Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees and management in all departments
-Performs production work as needed
- Other duties that may be assigned

Candidate Requirements
- Bilingual - English & Spanish (Required)
- High School Graduate or GED required
-Must be team oriented and self-motivated
- Must have excellent oral and written communication skills
- Able to work/communicate with a diverse group of people
- Must have basic computer skills; experience using Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word preferred
Physical Requirements (must be able to meet with or without accommodation)
Requirements include, but are not limited to (all times are approximate):
- Sitting (rarely)
- Standing (Constantly - 12 hours or more)
- Walking (Constantly 12 hours or more)
Lifting (Regularly/Constantly):
- 0-10 lbs. (8-10 hours)
- 10-20 lbs. (8-10 hours)
- 20- 49 lbs. (8-10 hours)
Carrying (Regularly/Constantly):
- 0-10 lbs. (8-10 hours)
- 10-20 lbs. (8-10 hours)
- 20-49 lbs. (8-10 hours)
Pushing (Often - 8-10 hours or more)
- Pulling, Twisting, Climbing (Often - each 8-10 hours)
- Balancing (Regularly/Constantly)
- Stooping, Kneeling, Crawling (Often - each 1-3 hours)
- Reaching, Grasping, Repetitive Motions (Regularly/Constantly each 8-10 hours)

Benefits
With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance (including Telehealth options) as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work.
Community Engagement
At Novolex, giving back to the local communities that support us is important. Our Focused Giving Program prioritizes support for organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs. We also encourage facility level support of activities in the communities where our employees live and work.
Training and Development
We offer constant opportunities for advancement. From skills development to advanced education programs, training and development programs and courses are available through Novolex University. Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program, and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization.
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