Sauer Brands, Inc.
Food Manufacturing Trainer – Sauer Brands, Inc.
We are hiring a Rock Star to join our Sauer Brands team! The Food Manufacturing Trainer will serve as a Subject Matter Expert on multiple food production machines, transferring skills and knowledge to less experienced employees and new hires. They will ensure employees operate food production machinery efficiently and safely, working closely with production, HR, and Operations Managers to assess workforce capabilities.
Responsibilities
Maintain and improve Sauer Brands manufacturing processes through training of the workforce to be more proficient and efficient in work duties.
Train employees in operating machines proficiently and safely.
Implement and ensure standard work is being conducted throughout the manufacturing process.
Conduct initial training / retraining as necessary to ensure proper SQF and safety procedures are being followed.
Collaborate closely with supervisors to develop training / cross‑training plans to minimize gaps in employee development and machine downtime.
Provide assessment and feedback to supervisors and human resources on employee progression and development as needed.
Play an integral part in the Pay‑for‑Skills development program by confirming skills for the next level are met and at a proficient enough level for employee to be considered fully trained.
Regular attendance is an essential part of this function.
Adhere to all safety, operating, AIB, and GMP procedures. Notify management of any potentially dangerous safety hazards.
Train co‑workers in operation of systems and procedures as directed.
Adhere to good manufacturing practices (GMPs).
New‑hire onboarding.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Prior machine operator experience required.
Proven record of prior training and leadership abilities.
Good interpersonal skills with a "can do" attitude.
Must have strong organizational, communication and assessment skills.
Bilingual English / Spanish preferred.
Associate degree preferred or equivalent combination of high school diploma or GED and experience.
Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and reach with hands and arms.
Regularly lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
Read and interpret documents; create training documents and maintain training records.
Must be able to accurately perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division functions as required for efficient materials management and production.
Familiar with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).
Benefits
401(k) plan matching
Medical / Dental / Vision coverage
Accrued vacation and 9 paid holidays
Flexible Spending Accounts
Tuition reimbursement
Employee and dependent life insurance
Voluntary disability insurance
Other voluntary insurance options
Job Information
Location: New Century, KS
Seniority Level: Entry level
Employment Type: Full‑time
Job Function: Education and Training
Industry: Food Production
Equal Opportunity Statement Sauer Brands, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, gender, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
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Responsibilities
Maintain and improve Sauer Brands manufacturing processes through training of the workforce to be more proficient and efficient in work duties.
Train employees in operating machines proficiently and safely.
Implement and ensure standard work is being conducted throughout the manufacturing process.
Conduct initial training / retraining as necessary to ensure proper SQF and safety procedures are being followed.
Collaborate closely with supervisors to develop training / cross‑training plans to minimize gaps in employee development and machine downtime.
Provide assessment and feedback to supervisors and human resources on employee progression and development as needed.
Play an integral part in the Pay‑for‑Skills development program by confirming skills for the next level are met and at a proficient enough level for employee to be considered fully trained.
Regular attendance is an essential part of this function.
Adhere to all safety, operating, AIB, and GMP procedures. Notify management of any potentially dangerous safety hazards.
Train co‑workers in operation of systems and procedures as directed.
Adhere to good manufacturing practices (GMPs).
New‑hire onboarding.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Prior machine operator experience required.
Proven record of prior training and leadership abilities.
Good interpersonal skills with a "can do" attitude.
Must have strong organizational, communication and assessment skills.
Bilingual English / Spanish preferred.
Associate degree preferred or equivalent combination of high school diploma or GED and experience.
Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and reach with hands and arms.
Regularly lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
Read and interpret documents; create training documents and maintain training records.
Must be able to accurately perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division functions as required for efficient materials management and production.
Familiar with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).
Benefits
401(k) plan matching
Medical / Dental / Vision coverage
Accrued vacation and 9 paid holidays
Flexible Spending Accounts
Tuition reimbursement
Employee and dependent life insurance
Voluntary disability insurance
Other voluntary insurance options
Job Information
Location: New Century, KS
Seniority Level: Entry level
Employment Type: Full‑time
Job Function: Education and Training
Industry: Food Production
Equal Opportunity Statement Sauer Brands, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, gender, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
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