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

As a Processor Operator Trainer at Shearer's, your primary responsibilities include fully training new and existing PC and HK Potato Processors, developing asset ownership of the equipment, and ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards. You will employ various teaching methods to enhance your trainees’ skills and update training materials as necessary to align with business needs.

To qualify for the Processor Operator Trainer position at Shearer’s, you should have at least six months of experience in a PC or HK role. Additionally, you need to pass both a potato processor and trainer aptitude examination, possess strong communication skills, and demonstrate knowledge of operational processes and equipment maintenance.

The Processor Operator Trainer position at Shearer’s is a night shift role, operating from 6:45 PM to 7 AM on a 2,2,3 schedule. This structure allows for an engaging work-life balance while ensuring that you can lead training and operations during critical production hours.

At Shearer’s, Processor Operator Trainers can enjoy an extensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, a retirement savings plan with a match, flexible spending accounts, and paid time off after 90 days. You’ll also benefit from an inclusive work environment and opportunities for personal growth.

Shearer’s emphasizes a safety-first culture, where Processor Operator Trainers are expected to lead by example. You’ll receive comprehensive training on safety protocols and have a responsibility to ensure that all team members understand and adhere to these guidelines, fostering a secure working environment.

When answering this question, focus on your direct experiences in the PC or HK roles, discussing specific examples of how you trained or mentored others, contributed to safety protocols, or improved operational efficiency.

Explain your approach to assessing training needs, such as conducting one-on-one evaluations, reviewing performance metrics, and adapting your training methods to accommodate different learning styles—demonstrating your adaptability and commitment to team growth.

Here, provide a detailed example of a specific troubleshooting scenario, outlining the steps you took to identify the problem, engage with your team, and implement a solution that resolved the issue effectively, highlighting your problem-solving skills.

Discuss various engagement strategies you employ, such as using interactive training methods, providing positive feedback, setting achievable goals, and creating a supportive learning environment that encourages questions and discussions.

Outline how you integrate safety measures into daily operations, train team members on safety protocols, lead by example, and create an atmosphere where safety is always prioritized, ensuring your answers reflect a safety-first mindset.

Identify traits such as communication skills, patience, adaptability, and a strong safety and quality focus. Use examples to illustrate how these qualities have shaped your training style and effectiveness.

Discuss your methods for customizing training materials, such as analyzing feedback from previous sessions, understanding different learning preferences, and incorporating various teaching techniques to ensure all trainees can grasp their responsibilities.

Explain how you view teamwork as essential for success in training. Provide examples of how you have collaborated with other trainers or production team members to enhance training processes and outcomes.

Talk about your approach to identifying the root cause of the struggle, providing additional support, possibly adjusting the training delivery, and encouraging the trainee with constructive feedback to help improve their performance.

Share your passion for the industry, whether it's the love for snacks, the energy of a production setting, or a commitment to quality and efficiency. Make a connection to Shearer’s mission and how it resonates with your personal and professional values.