Production Technical Trainer

Are you ready to help us build something extraordinary?We’re looking for a passionate and skilled Production Technical Trainerto help our teams grow stronger, smarter, and more confident in their roles.You’ll be where you can help shape the future of paper manufacturing empowering employees, enhance operational excellence, and build a culture of learning and growth. We’re not just making paper. We’re making progress.What We OfferA dynamic, startup environment where innovation, adaptability, and continuous improvement are valuedCompetitive salary and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays, and PTOOngoing professional development opportunities and support for growth in learning & developmentA supportive, team-oriented culture built on Dart’s values of safety, integrity, quality, and respectWhat You'll Do - ResultsTraining documentation, assessments, and progress reportsInstructional materials, job aids, and SOP-based contentPaper-specific training modules for production and packagingNeeds assessments and skills gap analysesFeedback loops and continuous improvement plans for training programsCollaboration with corporate and site teams to align training with business goalsHigh training completion and comprehension ratesImproved employee performance and reduced onboarding timeMeasurable improvements in safety, quality, and efficiency KPIsPositive feedback from trainees and supervisorsEffective knowledge transfer during startup and new equipment launchesIncreased consistency in SOP adherence and GMP complianceEnhanced readiness for paper production and packaging operationsWhat You Bring - CompetenciesUnderstands the concepts of plastics manufacturing processes (preferred)Adapts training to diverse learning styles and environmentsCommunicates clearly and confidently with all levels of staffBuilds rapport and engages learners effectivelyContinuously improving training content and deliveryDemonstrates strong attention to detail and documentation accuracyCollaborates cross-functionally to align training with operational needsExperience And Skills Requires one of the following:Bachelor's degree with an emphasis in adult education, creative writing, instructional design/technology, or related field of study and two (2) years of related experienceAssociate’s degree and three (3) years of technical/manufacturing related experienceHigh school diploma or equivalent and five (5) years of technical/manufacturing related experienceTwo (2) years of experience delivering technical training within a Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) facility, vocational or community college settingSkilled in delivering technical training in manufacturing or GMP environmentsProficient in instructional design, needs analysis, and course developmentStrong mechanical aptitude and understanding of production processes (paper)Experienced with Microsoft Office and Learning Management Systems (LMS)Effective at documenting job tasks and creating engaging training materialsStrong interpersonal, organizational, and presentation skillsComfortable working independently and collaboratively in dynamic settingsWork Schedule & TravelInitial schedule will be Monday–Friday 8:00AM – 5:00PM. The position will support 24/7 operations so flexibility to adjust schedule as needed to support backshifts is required.Travel may be required for onboarding and ongoing train the trainer purposes. Overview: Dart makes everyday products that give people the freedom to enjoy the food & drinks they love, wherever they are. From to-go containers and dinnerware to tamper-evident food packaging and even the red SOLO cup, Dart products have been keeping people on the go and having fun for 65 years. We’re a family-owned, family-focused company of 12,000 employees united by a shared set of values and dedicated to providing exceptional customer service. Headquartered in Mason, MI, with 30 locations in three countries, we’re proud of our ability to innovate, manufacture and lead the way with each new generation of quality products. Benefits: Dart Container full-time employees enjoy great benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company matching contributions, paid vacation, paid holidays, short-term disability, tuition assistance, product discounts and more.Dart Container is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are subject to a drug test (excluding THC*/marijuana/cannabis) and background check at the time of offer.THC testing ONLY when such testing is required by law.Dart Container is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all candidates for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.https://www.dartcontainer.com/eeoaa/If you have a disability and need an accommodation to access this website or for the application process, you should call Dart at (800) 545-3278 Ext 3370 or email us at ADArequests@dart.biz. Relay calls can be made by dialing 711 or the relay number for your state.If you experience difficulty applying online, you may call (800) 545-3278 Ext 3390 or email us at applicationassistance@dart.biz for assistance.