TrainerPacesetter Shift 2
Brunswick, ME - USA
Job Summary
Richs also known as Rich Products Corporation is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza appetizers and specialty toppings our products are used in homes restaurants and bakeries around the world. Beyond great food our customers also gain insights to help them stay competitive no matter their size. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in foodservice retail in-store bakery deli and prepared foods among others. With more than 13500 associates working globally in 100 countries and annual sales of $5.8 billion Richs is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. RichsInfinite Possibilities. One Family.
Purpose Statement
PWI/OPL Development Leadership: Plan with SMEs and create effective PWIs/OPLs that meet plant standards. Quality PWIs/ OPLs that are compliant with the expected Effective PWI/OPL training/ checklist.
POKA Data Ownership (Home Shift): Maintain accurate POKA profiles roles content and structure for the assigned home shift.
POKA Onboarding: Set up and integrate all new hires in POKA correctly and on time.
Orientational-type Trainings- Be the SME: Deliver & own non equipment orientations (e.g. New Hire Orientation) for the shift; ensure content accuracy and documentation. Original set up F3 license etc.
Note: Floor Equipment Owner SMEs train Equipment and Job Specific SME trainings.
LOTO Authorized User Trainer: Maintain active certification and train LOTO per policy & procedure as well as other specific GROUP specialized trainings as assigned.
Key Accountabilities and Outcomes
Manage training systems and records (POKA Alchemy Step Up Cards Skills Matrices document control).
Post and communicate weekly on-time status and any past dues (Alchemy Step Up Cards etc.); run weekly reports and communicate gaps including other assigned reports as needed.
Escalate proactivelydo not allow areas to fall >2 weeks behind without notifying area leadership Dept. Manager and Training Shift Leader immediately for corrective actions.
Coordinate cross training with TLs/ GLs; verify effectiveness via audits and evaluations; coach trainers/SMEs as a resource.
Create and/or assist with effective OPLs PWIs and training decks using approved templates; maintain version control and the document control log. Compliance to the expected Effective PWI checklist.
Schedule facilitate and properly document New Hire and Sanitation orientations; ensure timely completion and storage of records.
Manage Step Up Card (POKA) development assignments and completions; ensure Skills Matrices are accurate- on track- for assigned shift. All skills have effective Work Instructions (Wis) and Quizzes.
Champion safety and GMP compliance through training observation and documentation; perform effective weekly plant safety observations.
Maintain ready documentation every day (Food Safety Associate Safety GMPs HACCP etc.).
Ensure proper PPE usage and adherence to plant and corporate policies 6S and Code of Ethics.
Provide clear timely communication to associates and leaders (posts emails presentations).
Notify leadership immediately of issues; collaborate to resolve and document outcomes.
Support shift needs (e.g. meeting setup visitors meals photos for badges/LOTO tags) as related to training. Helps with log in issues only if associate DOESNT have a F3 license (@).
Keep training data accurate and current file documents securely and logically.
Use and improve spreadsheets (e.g. formatting Basic formulas i.e. SUM/AVG conditional logic etc.) to maintain accurate matrices and reporting and PWI/ OPL building. Must also be computer-savvy.
Utilize plant systems as job-relevant: TPM CIL/CL/OOL MLO GALAXY DASH PATROL ZPI SAP etc.
Support new equipment transitions: ensure procedures checklists and training are complete before hand off to production.
Help Manage the Plant Mentor process when assigned.
Any other specific assignment job task as assigned by the Training Shift Leader or Continuous Improvement Manager or in relation to the Operations or Production Manager needs.
PLANT SPECIFICS TO NOTE FOR POSITION:
Maintain break/lunch rotations per policy; follow attendance punctuality hygiene and housekeeping standards. Follow all plant policies and GMPs.
Keep work areas clean and organized; eliminate visible and non visible wastes; contribute CI ideas.
Participate in TPM events; train daily CILs/CLs/OOLs and defect handling inspections as assigned.
Cooperate with team goals attend meetings mentor when able and resolve conflicts professionally.
Knowledge Skills and Experience
HS Diploma/GED (some college preferred); prior plant experience.
Active LOTO Authorized User; strong safety record; solid knowledge of GMPs/HACCP/OSHA basics.
FORKLIFT TRAINING and ability to train Forklift licenses as assigned
Proficient in PowerPoint/Word/Excel; comfortable with iPads/phones/apps/RF scanners use of AI.
Strong communication coaching group facilitation problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
Understand document control Alchemy reporting and POKA administration.
Broad awareness of production processes; able to work independently.
Meets attendance/conduct/performance expectations.
Rich Products Corporation its subsidiaries and affiliates (Richs) are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity standing up for fairness and maintaining a culture of belonging to provide an exceptional experience for all. We will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race color religion sex national origin disability military or veteran status or any other Federal or State legally protected classes. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment verify identity and maintain employment statistics on applicants.
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Richs. Please contact Richs Associate Experience Network at if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.
Required Experience:
IC