Maintenance Safety Trainer B

The Maintenance Safety Trainers are responsible for coordinating all authorized training activities in the plant, and to ensure training is delivered in a timely manner and engaging. Responsibilities include planning, leading, directing, and training employees, along with monitoring on the job training assessments. The position will also be responsible for developing and continuously improving the content of STF’s training.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  This list is not intended to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned.

• Coordinate and execute the authorized training activities of personnel in accordance with the company’s policies and applicable laws, and maintaining compliance with refresher training for the authorized activities.
• Responsible for curriculum development for mechanical and electrical maintenance, and authorized level safety training.
• Responsible for practicing according to Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOP), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), federal food safety regulations and all company policies.
• Plan and organize training schedules for the timely completion of all maintenance modules.
• Organize and facilitate job training activities for all subordinates.
• Develop a collaborative relationship with all departments.
• Coordinate all work processes with other internal departments of the company.
• Comply with all plant policies and the Occupational Safety and Health (OSHA) rules while conducting maintenance processes.
• Maintain and continuously improve an effective and efficient maintenance training program. Develop a competent workforce by utilizing hands-on training methods in the work area focusing on timely repair of all production machinery and equipment in the plant.
• Maintains a safe and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures that comply with applicable laws.
• Maintain an effective safety awareness program including regular departmental safety meetings. 
• Maintain accurate training records of employee training hours, when necessary, take action to correct in accordance with the company’s policies and applicable laws.
• Responsibilities include training employees, planning, directing and assigning on the job training; rewarding and counseling employees when necessary to maintain a high standard of employee relations.
• Continuously expanding upon and improving the company’s authorized training processes.
• Other duties may be assigned by manager

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the work environment, knowledge, skill, and/or ability required or preferred.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s degree from four year college or university preferred; or (2) two or more years related experience in pork or beef manufacturing maintenance or the combination of education and experience that enables performance in all aspects of the position, including supervisory experience. 

COMMUNICATION SKILLS: Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.  Ability to write routine reports and business correspondence.  Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.  Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.  Ability to effectively manage time and meet all specified deadlines.

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read and interpret documents in the English language such as safety files, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.  Must be able to effectively communicate with USDA, production and management personnel.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to apply mathematical applications to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY:  Ability to solve practical problems.  Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Ability to use computers and all standard programs used by the industry and the ability to learn and effectively use any and all other computer programs that are or will be made available.  Must be proficient in MP2.  Must have experience with electrical systems, including PLC controls; hydraulic and pneumatic systems; welding/fabrication skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to move about the facility.  The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger; handle; or feel/hold objects; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; speak; hear taste and smell.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.  Individual must be able to effectively work in a normal production environment where temperatures and noise levels may vary.

NORMAL WORK SCHEDULE: The hours and days of work are established as needed by operations and at the discretion of management and, while generally as shown below, may be changed (increased or decreased) by management as required. 

JOB DESCRIPTION REVIEW:  I have reviewed this job description in its entirety and I confirm that I am able to perform the functions and requirements of this position as described herein and explained to me. 

I have noted below any accommodations that are required to enable me to perform these duties.  I have also noted below any job responsibilities or functions which I am unable to perform with or without

accommodation.

MISSION, VISION, & VALUES: Must believe and lead STF’s MISSION of producing quality pork products, igniting the passion and growth of our team members, helping our community thrive, and making our business prosperous. Remembering that together we will achieve more by working safely and cultivating an inclusive and empowering environment.  Must believe and fully engage in STF’s VISION of being a place where we all belong, working as one, to build our future. Must live STF’s VALUES in all decisions, behaviors, and interactions, which include- 

SAFETY- Be committed to the safety and welfare of all employees through prevention, education, and awareness, with the ultimate goal of eliminating workplace accidents. 

QUALITY- Our customers and families depend on us to provide a safe, quality product, by maintaining the highest food safety standards and desired customer specifications. Must take pride in the products we produce and serve. 

DIVERSITY- We embrace diversity of identity, experience, and thought, and actively strive for inclusive behaviors across our company and our work. By promoting these values, we aim to create a positive work experience that encourage a sense of belonging.  

COMMUNITY- Be a positive representative of STF in our community while supporting the organizations who work for the betterment of Siouxland.  

SUSTAINABILITY- Be a steward of the earth by managing our environmental footprint.