SME Technical Trainer

The Wonderful Company is a company committed to offering high-quality, healthy, and iconic brands such as Wonderful Pistachios, Wonderful Halos, FIJI Water, and POM Wonderful. We foster a collaborative workforce that encourages an entrepreneurial spirit and openness to change.

We are seeking an enthusiastic Subject Matter Expert (SME) Technical Trainer to craft and deliver cutting-edge technical curriculum encompassing industrial, agriculture, and food manufacturing concepts.

As part of the Technical Training team, you’ll collaborate with passionate colleagues who share your dedication to fostering learning and growth.  Through these hands-on lessons, you’ll equip individuals with practical skills that will lead to rewarding careers with Wonderful and our partners in California’s Central Valley.

Our ideal candidate possesses technical aptitude and deep knowledge of the food manufacturing and/or agriculture processes.  This is a great opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives and careers of our community’s workforce.

This position is based in Shafter, CA and will require travel throughout the Central Valley (e.g. Bakersfield, Delano, Lost Hills, and Del Rey).

• Develop technical training programs tailored to organizational needs, including creating teaching schedules and curriculum.
• Design engaging course content utilizing creativity and diverse teaching methods.
• Independently deliver advanced training modules, customize curriculum plans for clients, and conduct on-site teaching sessions.
• Maintain records on course completion, absences, and issues, while evaluating program effectiveness and suggesting improvements.
• Utilize CAD software for training diagrams and read and create schematic diagrams.
• Utilize professional digital camera for multimedia content creation and employ various software for video and audio editing.
• Develop content within the corporate Learning Management System (LMS) platform.
• Coach and mentor new Technical Trainers and interns.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or Associate degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, industrial automation, controls engineering, or another technical major.
• If you don't have a degree, a minimum of 5+ years of work experience in the areas indicated below.

Experience Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in a lead role within Operations, Agriculture, or a Technical Field required
• Knowledgeable of agricultural machinery, crop management techniques, or technical systems used in the food manufacturing and agriculture industry. Certifications or training received related to these technical skills strongly preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Strong communication skills, adept at presenting to groups
• Advanced knowledge in electrical, industrial technology, or technical fields
• Proficiency in modern technical training techniques and tools (AutoCAD, Ignition)
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and Google Suite (Docs, Slides, Sheets)
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred but not required
• Familiarity with learning management systems, Camtasia, or Audacity a plus
• Ability to travel up to 50%

Pay Range: $70,000 - $80,000 and may include a discretionary bonus. Final compensation will be dependent upon skills & experience.

• Thriving Wellness Community: Access to top-notch medical coverage comprehensive vision and dental plans, and a 401k with match eligibility to secure your financial future and including: 
  • 24/7 online physician consultations 
  • Virtual mental health resources 
  • Life coaching 
  • Engaging employee community groups 
  • Cash rewards for healthy habits and fitness reimbursements 
  • Library of on-demand fitness videos 
• Career Advancement Opportunities: Unlock your potential with clear paths for career progression and internal mobility across our diverse family of brands and business units. 
• Focused Learning and Development: Grow as a leader with our dedicated Learning and Organizational Development department, offering extensive resources like People Manager and leadership training, webinars, and eLearning courses. 
• Empowering Mentorship Program: Connect with colleagues through our company-wide mentorship program to share goals, overcome challenges, and drive your career forward. 
• Continuous Improvement Training: Participate in training that empowers all employees to learn and implement concepts that drive significant, positive change in the workplace. 
• Building a Healthy Society: We focus on improving the social determinants of a healthy society-quality education and medical care, economic mobility, and a healthy environment-to help build thriving communities. Wonderful CSR
• Giving Back to the Community: Make a difference with Wonderful Giving, allowing you to allocate company-provided funds to up to three charities of your choice, and join Wonderful Neighbor to contribute to group service projects within our local communities. 

The Wonderful Company’s connection to consumers has health at its heart and giving back at its core. The company has a long-standing commitment to corporate social responsibility, including more than $1 billion invested in environmental sustainability; $65 million in charitable giving, education initiatives, and innovative health and wellness programs each year; and $143 million toward the construction of two charter school campuses in California’s Central Valley. To view the current Corporate Social Responsibility report, visit www.wonderful.com/csr.

Headquartered in Los Angeles, The Wonderful Company is a privately held $6 billion company dedicated to harvesting health around the world through its iconic consumer brands. The company’s 10,000 employees worldwide are committed to bringing consumers everywhere the freshest, most wholesome pistachios, citrus and pomegranates; bottling the finest water and wines; and creating colorful bouquets that are sure to touch the heart. This commitment is reflected in the company’s market share: Wonderful Pistachios® is America’s No. 1 tree nut and America’s fastest-growing snack; Wonderful® Halos® is the No. 1 mandarin orange in America; POM Wonderful® is the No. 1 100% pomegranate brand in America; FIJI® Water is America’s No. 1 premium imported bottled water brand; JUSTIN® Wine has the No. 1 Cabernet Sauvignon in California; and Teleflora® is the world’s leading floral delivery service. 

To learn more about The Wonderful Company, its products and its core values, visit www.wonderful.com, or follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. 

The Wonderful Company is an Equality Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities for advancement. We are committed to creating a diverse workforce that embodies a deep culture of acceptance, equity, and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.

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