Packaging Machine Operator Trainer, Night Shift 6:45pm-7am

As a Packaging Machine Operator Trainer at Shearer’s, you will be responsible for providing comprehensive training to new packaging machine operators. This includes ensuring adherence to safety protocols, managing training schedules, and updating training materials to keep up with business needs. You will also perform hands-on operational tasks, monitor production performance, troubleshoot equipment issues, and enforce high standards of quality and reliability in production.

To become a Packaging Machine Operator Trainer at Shearer’s, candidates typically need relevant experience in packaging operations along with strong leadership skills to effectively train and mentor others. A solid understanding of safety processes, ability to troubleshoot machines, and effective communication skills are also required. Familiarity with packaging systems and lean manufacturing principles will set you up for success in this role.

The Packaging Machine Operator Trainer position at Shearer’s offers a night shift schedule from 6:45 PM to 7:00 AM. This unique shift provides the chance to participate in nighttime production operations while earning a competitive pay with a shift differential. Flexibility in scheduling may be required to adapt to the business needs.

At Shearer’s, the Packaging Machine Operator Trainer emphasizes a 'Safety First' culture. This includes training operators on proper safety protocols, ensuring clean and safe work environments, and regularly updating safety training materials. The company believes that safety and wellness are a priority for all employees, fostering an environment where team members are actively involved in identifying and solving potential safety hazards.

Packaging Machine Operator Trainers at Shearer’s can enjoy an array of benefits after just 30 days of employment. These include medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plans with matching contributions, short and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, and more. Additionally, paid time off (PTO) is granted after 90 days, offering a great work-life balance.

In your response, highlight your hands-on experience with various types of packaging machinery, detailing any specific machines you've worked with. Emphasize how this experience equips you with practical knowledge that is essential for training new operators on the equipment and ensures you're familiar with common issues that might arise during production.

Discuss your teaching techniques and how you'd adapt them to accommodate different learning styles. Highlight the importance of patience and observation, and mention strategies such as one-on-one coaching or using visual aids to make the training more effective.

Explain how you would engage with trainees by incorporating safety training into every session and emphasizing the importance of safety at each step of the manufacturing process. Discuss creating a culture of safety where trainees feel comfortable asking questions and reporting any hazards.

Provide a specific example of a process you improved, detailing the steps you took and the results achieved. This might include optimizing workflows, reducing waste, or implementing new training materials that better prepared staff, ultimately leading to better performance metrics.

Address how you'll remain neutral and listen to both sides before mediating a resolution. Highlight your conflict resolution abilities and emphasize the importance of maintaining a positive work environment while ensuring that the training goals are still met.

Discuss various teaching methods you'll utilize, such as blending hands-on practice with theoretical knowledge, using role-playing scenarios, and keeping an open dialogue with trainees. Explain how you would also encourage feedback to continuously improve your training approach.

Talk about your understanding of relevant regulations and how you’ve applied them in the past. Emphasize your commitment to quality assurance and adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) in all training and operational aspects.

Discuss the importance of operators taking responsibility for the machines they operate. Explain how this mindset reduces errors, increases production efficiency, and fosters a sense of pride among team members. Share examples of how you would instill this mindset in your training.

Describe how you envision being proactive in identifying areas for improvement, collaborating with the management team for process enhancements, and sharing ideas that could lead to operational successes. Emphasize your passion for team involvement in continuous improvement initiatives.

Share your enthusiasm for Shearer’s products and the company culture and values. Mention your desire to work in an inclusive environment with extensive growth potential while being part of a team that creates quality snacks enjoyed by many.