Warehouse Trainer

JOB SUMMARY

The Distribution Center Trainer is a highly proficient individual contributor responsible for leading and managing all distribution center onboarding, training, and safety committee activities. The Distribution Trainer works autonomously, provides guidance to less experienced employees, and acts as a key liaison to ensure efficient operations and support departmental goals. 

JOB DUTIES 

Coordinate with management and staffing agencies to confirm new hire attendance for orientation and training sessions. Conduct structured new hire orientations and facilitate team introductions.

• Provides ongoing training and guidance to new and less experienced employees, ensuring adherence to best practices and established procedures.
• Present and review operational safety policies and procedures in accordance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Deliver hands-on PIT equipment training using the “See, Show, Train” methodology to verify comprehension and operational readiness.
• Lead guided facility tours highlighting department functions, workflows, safety zones, and operational expectations.
• Train employees on standard workplace procedures including picking, packing, inventory control, freight loading, timekeeping systems, meeting locations, attendance policies, and reporting processes.
• Track training attendance and completion status using company-approved systems.
• Maintain a professional and welcoming training environment while engaging with new employees on a consistent weekly basis.
• Obtain and maintain signed training, safety, and compliance documentation for all new hires.
• Lead, guide, and support the building's safety committee.
• Provide operational support during non-training periods by assisting with assigned warehouse tasks based on business demand.
• Must be able to work in a warehouse and distribution center environment with exposure to moving equipment, variable temperatures, and moderate noise levels.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required.
• Perform other duties and projects as needed and requested by department manager/supervisor or department director.

YOU MUST HAVE

• 4+ years of relevant experience in a logistics or supply chain support role.
• Proven proficiency in inventory control, material handling, and shipment coordination.
• Experience with distribution center training processes and related documentation.
• Demonstrated ability to train and guide less experienced employees.
• Experience in identifying and resolving operational problems within a logistics environment.
• Must be certified, or able to be certified, on stand-up Order Picker, Dock Stocker, Electric Pallet Jack, Stock Chaser and Reach Truck
• Must be able to complete "Train the trainer" course upon hire to certify trainees and become the certified PIT trainer.

WE VALVE 

• Prior experience working with WMS systems for logistics management.

• Experience in a lead or senior support role within a manufacturing or distribution setting.

• Specialized knowledge of logistics and supply chain processes.

• Ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision.

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for liaison activities.

• Proficiency in relevant logistics software and inventory management systems.

• Mentoring and peer guidance capabilities.

• Accuracy and attention to detail in managing logistics documentation and records.