PurposeThrough the direction of Distribution Leadership, the DC Training & Safety Lead acts as front-line floor leader, responsible for covering and observing the completion of various warehouse trainings, inclusive of any necessary duties to ensure training of new hires and any Team Member in need of training. It is the responsibility of the Training & Safety Lead to ensure Training Plan tasks are completed accurately. The Training Lead promotes positive Team Member relations and ensures proper implementation of company rules and policies. The Training Lead will drive all training operations in a safe manner consistent with training objectives.ResponsibilitiesLead DC Floor training, from Day one, through progression, until completion, with the support of other Team MembersSupport New Hire orientationFunction as the Safety Lead within the DC, ensuring all Team Members are trained on safety policies and procedures and will support all safety initiatives directed by the EHS DirectorInteract daily with new Team Members to ensure they receive proper safety and role specific trainingCommunicate with all DC Team Members regarding monthly safety trainings and ensure completion each monthEnsure all New Hire Training is complete, including Training Plans are followed, sign-off on various training milestones, and monitor training completion in Learning Cart, with the support of the Talent Development teamPerform the operational duties of training to include but not limited to, PIT Training, Lifting Safely, VoCollect Training, Emergency Procedures Training, LOTO, and Safe Practices Ensure all new Team Members follow safety policies and procedures during trainingCollaborate with Team Members, Supervisors and Managers to identify gaps in training and develop solutions, including but not limited to providing recommendations to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)Counsel new Team Members in work-related activities, personal growth, or career developmentAssess training needs of all DC Team Members and arrange for or provide appropriate instructionSchedule and instruct new Team Members on SOP processes and expectationsProvide direction to “support trainers” based on the needs of the DCPerforming Safety Observations on an “as needed” basisSupport DC production needs when necessary, as directed by DC management About YouMinimum 1 year of previous experience in food distribution production environment preferredPrevious experience in training and DC safety is preferredAbility to flex between shifts to support training initiativesProven adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and SafetyKnowledgeable and current on operational duties of a DC to include but not limited to, PIT Training, Lifting Safely, VoCollect Training, Emergency Procedures Training, LOTO, and Safe Practices strongly preferredAbility to adjust communication approach based on the context, audience, and subject matter Strong attention to detail ensuring that procedures are followed accurately and safelyBasic computer skills required and knowledge of Microsoft toolsAbility to work in a fast paced, multi-task environmentGood organizational and time management skills; with ability to manage multiple projectsBilingualism is desired in some DC locations, having proficiency in Spanish is preferredPhysical RequirementsIncumbent may use calculators, keyboards, telephone, and other office equipment in the course of a normal workdayStooping, bending, twisting, and reaching may be required in completion of job dutiesMust be able to stand, bend, walk, kneel, squat, turn, reach, pull, push, and lift up to 85 pounds, in a fast-paced environment for extended period of timeMust be able to stand and balance throughout the shift while operating industrial equipmentRegularly works in freezers, coolers and refrigerators in temperatures as low as -15 degrees FahrenheitCompetenciesDrives Results - Pushes self to achieve goals and resultsSituational Adaptability - Adapts to change and demonstrates flexibilityCommunicates Effectively - Delivers clear messages and adapts communication to different situations and peopleCollaborates - Works cooperatively to achieve shared goals