Training Coordinator/Mentor - Swing - Roseburg, OR

Since our founding in 1951, Swanson Group has proudly remained a multigenerational, family-owned company. We are committed to fostering a welcome and supportive workplace where every team member is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. At Swanson Group, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, working alongside dedicated employees who share a passion for excellence. We believe in building a culture that encourages growth, collaboration, and long-term success. Explore our current job openings and discover how you can become a valued member of the Swanson Group family today! Position Title: HR Mentor/Training Coordinator Reports To: Human Resources Manager Department: Human Resources Hours per shift: Requires ability to work all shifts as needed. Normal schedule will be M-F, 8-hour shifts. (2 – 10-minute breaks and 30-minute unpaid lunch) Wage: Level 4 / Level 5 Position Purpose: The Mentor/Training Coordinator will be responsible to orient all new employees. The Mentor/Training Coordinator will assist in coaching, monitoring, and tracking progress and issues during the new employee’s probationary period. Mentor/Training Coordinator will be responsible for auditing, developing, and tracking Safety Training and other employee training for all employees at their site. Position Functions: Essential Functions* These duties are designated as ADA Essential Functions and must be performed in this job. Assist with recruitment, interviewing, and hiring of new employees. Help HR manage staffing boards. Orient new employees to company policies. This includes all employment policies and safety policies. Assist supervisors in tracking new employees training objectives, performance requirements, and performance reviews. Coordinate with Production Supervisors in regard to daily process issues: safety, housekeeping, labor coverage, operating supplies, training, and job assignments. Assist in shift pass-down of information as needed. Develop training plans and schedules. Design and develop training programs. Choose appropriate training methods (virtual, simulated, mentoring, on the job training and professional development classes). Communicate with managers to identify training needs and mapping out training plans for teams and/or individuals. Support Swanson Group safety initiatives and be an active participant in safety programs. Assist in root cause analysis of incidents and participate in incident reviews. Assist with daily, weekly, and monthly reporting of data as requested by plant leadership team. (ex. safety incidents, observations, hazard ids, pre-task assessments, employee turnover; progress on daily, weekly, monthly, annual reviews, etc.) Assist HR Team with special projects. Non-Essential Functions These duties are secondary in nature and are not classified as ADA essential. Other duties as assigned. Working Environment: (1) Inside 90%, average temperature 70 degrees F (2) Outside 10%; extreme low temperature 10 degrees F, extreme high temperature 105 degrees F. Noise or vibration: Machine noise to include machine being operated as well as other machines close by including Forklifts. Hazards: See Job Hazard Analysis. (3) Atmospheric conditions: Fumes: Wood, Dust: Limited, Mist: Water, Odors: Wood particle, Gasses: None, Poor Ventilation: None Personal Protective Equipment Required: (1) Eye Protection. (2) Hearing Protection. (3) Rubber or Leather based gloves when handling dry veneer. (4) Approved Footwear. (5) Job specific PPE. Physical Demands: See the Physical Capabilities as listed below; this position requires constant use of hearing and vision, bilateral use of arms and hands, frequent bending, twisting, pushing/pulling and reaching, and occasional lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling more than 50 LBS Skills: Must have excellent hand eye coordination. Use vision/hearing continuously. Reading and speech required to communicate comprehension of Job Hazard Analysis, machine specific lockout procedures, monthly safety training, etc. Worker generally works alone with little supervision. Operators must be self-directed in identifying and efficiently completing each task. Ability to prioritize, organize and make necessary decisions. Safety: (1) Do only maintenance you are trained to do and keep all body parts out of machinery. (2) Always use our 14 step lockout/tagout procedure before doing any maintenance, clearing jams, or getting into machinery for any reason; be aware of stored energy. (3) Always use proper body mechanics (ex: don’t over reach, get help as needed to push loads out). (4) Use proper PPE (gloves, eye protection, hearing protection). (5) Be aware of and communicate with your co-worker at all times (ex: forklift driver). (6) Will be required to read and write during safety training. ENDURANCE Never/Not Required Seldom 1-5% Occasionally 6-33% Frequently 34-66% Continuous 67-100% Total hours at one time Total hours in a workday SITTING X STANDING X WALKING X CHANGE POSITIONS PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Enter actual maximum weight in pounds in the box) LIFTING Never/Not Required Seldom 1-5% Occasionally 6-33% Frequently 34-66% Continuous 67-100% 1-10 LBS 10 LBS 11-20 LBS 20 LBS 21-50 LBS 50 LBS 51-75 LBS 75 LBS 76-100 LBS 100 LBS >100 LBS >100 LBS Maximum weight lifted by worker without assistance: 50 LBS If required, lifting over 50 LBS is performed with two or more people and/or lifting devices. CARRYING Never/Not Required Seldom 1-5% Occasionally 6-33% Frequently 34-66% Continuous 67-100% 1-10 LBS 10 LBS 11-20 LBS 20 LBS 21-50 LBS 50 LBS 51-75 LBS 75 LBS 76-100 LBS 100 LBS >100 LBS >100 LBS Maximum weight carried by worker without assistance: 50 LBS If required, carrying over 50 LBS is performed with two or more people and/or lifting devices. PUSHING/PULLING FORCE TO BE EXCERTED Never/Not Required Seldom 1-5% Occasionally 6-33% Frequently 34-66% Continuous 67-100% 1-10 LBS 10 LBS 11-20 LBS 20 LBS 21-50 LBS 50 LBS 51-75 LBS 75 LBS 76-100 LBS 100 LBS >100 LBS >100 LBS Maximum weight of object pushed/pulled by worker: 50 Lbs. Distance: Type of surface (i.e. level, carpet, incline): Level OTHER Never/Not Required Seldom 1-5% Occasionally 6-33% Frequently 34-66% Continuous 67-100% BEND/STOOP X TWIST X CROUCH/SQUAT X KNEEL X CRAWL X WALK-LEVEL SURFACE X WALK-UNEVEN SURFACE X CLIMB STEPS X CLIMB LADDER X WORK AT HEIGHTS X REACH AT OR ABOVE SHOULDER X REACH BELOW SHOULDER X USE OF ARMS X USE OF WRISTS X USE OF HANDS X GRASPING/SQUEEZING X OPERATE FOOT CONTROLS X ENVIRONMENT INSIDE: 90% OUTSIDE: 10% TEMPERATURE EXTREMES: YES VIBRATION:WORKS ON OR AROUND MOVING MACHINARY OR MECHANICAL PARTS: PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT BOOTS YES HARDHAT NO GLOVES YES EYE PROTECTION YES HEARING PROTECTION YES OTHER? Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other status protected by law.