Production Area Trainer (Evis / Debone)

General:

The Production Area Trainer is responsible for overseeing, monitoring, and facilitating training for new and current employees in the production process area. The position reports to the process supervisor w/ a primary work schedule of M-F, day shift, with the flexibility to work early/ late shift, overtime, and weekends, as needed. 

Specific Duties / Responsibilities:

• Responsible for ongoing observation and knowledge transfer for new and current employees

• Guide, mentor, and support, employees’ focus on performance improvement
• Facilitate and/or assist with new hire orientation and training
• Conduct plant tours for new employees
• Teach new employees work tasks and techniques
• Provide direction & guidance to, and fill-in for operators & area leads as needed.
• Provide assistance to operators, administer supplies and materials, document line assignments, training progress, and cross-training tracking
• Operate with a safety-first mindset above all other department metrics 
• Work within GMP, Safety, and USDA guidelines to achieve top quality in a safe work environment
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

Education: High school diploma or GED (Min.)

Experience:

• Working knowledge/experience in food processing or related field (Poultry processing - preferred)

Skills/Abilities/Attributes:

• Working knowledge in food processing industry w/solid understanding of food safety compliance
• Team player; influence without authority; and able to transfer knowledge
• Natural leader w/ excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Self-directed; able to work in a fast-paced environment

Physical Requirements:

• Lift / move up to 40 lbs.; occasionally 50 lbs.
• Stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, stoop up to 12 hrs./shift performing repetitive motion
• Work safely in hot, cold, wet environment w/ varying noise levels, and temperatures (e.g., 35-40 / 100 degrees)
• Exercise strong hand-eye coordination in handling whole & parts of birds
• Some work areas w/ distinct odor related to processing of turkeys

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Wellness Resources

Prestage Foods of SC is a family-owned turkey processing plant located in Camden, SC. Our mission is to produce quality food at a competitive price. We are looking for individuals who go the extra mile and will be great addition to our team.

We offer a competitive salary and great benefits. Apply online at www.prestagefoods.com