Operations Training Lead

The Operations Training Lead works under the direction of the Operations Coordinator II to provide both field training and classroom training for operations personnel. In this role, the Operations Training Lead will be responsible for spending a significant amount of their time on the floor observing and coaching employees in EHS policies and procedures. This will include providing on-the-job training for new hires. The Lead will also direct classroom training in Spanish as required and provide support for training in English as necessary.Key ResponsibilitiesFollows all environmental, health and safety protocolsTrain and mentor all new hires as well as existing staff on job requirements, systems, safety, quality, policies, procedures, and guidelines of operationsWorks with production management and supervisors to monitor the work of newly trained technicians and coordinate retrainingCollaborate with operations to identify training needs and areas for improvementActs as a change agent by encouraging positive attitudes and behaviors towards training, safety, and work dutiesProvides feedback to management on staff performance including concerns and appropriate recognitionPerforms translation for safety meetings, training material, EHS documents & quality documents from English into SpanishProvides new hire orientation trainingSupports annual EHS & Quality refresher trainingEnsure completion of the Operations New Hire ChecklistsAssists with training of all site standard operating procedures (SOP’s) and other applicable proceduresEnters training into the site Learning Management System (LMS)Certify Forklift OperatorsCertify and train DOT Hazmat employeesPerforms other duties as assignedBenefitsMedical, Dental and Vision benefits which start the 1st of the month after hireAnnual incentive bonus eligibility based on individual and company performanceTax advantaged health savings and spending accounts401k eligibility with company match and annual discretionary contributionTime off: vacation, holidays/floating holidays, personal and sick daysCompany provided Life and Disability InsurancePaid Parental LeaveFitness Membership Reimbursement ProgramEducational assistance programThe benefits set forth in this posting reflect Innophos’ current benefits for similarly situated employees, are subject in all respects to the terms and conditions of the applicable program policies and may be modified or discontinued by Innophos in the future (subject to applicable law).Required Education And ExperienceBachelor’s degree in education, human factors, linguistics, cognitive science, communication, anthropology or a related field required1-2 years of education/training experienceBasic safety experienceRequired Knowledge, Skills And AbilitiesStrong computer skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skills in English & SpanishAbility to train people from various backgrounds and learning stylesExcellent Microsoft office applications (specifically Microsoft excel)Ability to follow Good Manufacturing Practices including the proper wearing of clean protective clothing, following personal hygiene standards, and adherence to food/drink/tobacco restrictionsEnvironmental And/or Physical RequirementsWork is generally performed within an office environment, with standard office equipment availableFrequent plant field visits that require protective clothing & personal devices:Safety shoes, hard hat, safety glasses, earplugs, mask, goggles, insulated gloves, safety vest, harness, hair net, slicker suit, respiratory protectionAbout InnophosInnophos is a leading international producer of specialty ingredient solutions that deliver far-reaching, versatile benefits for the food, health, nutrition and industrial markets. We leverage our expertise in the science and technology of blending and formulating phosphate, mineral and botanical based ingredients for our customers. Our people are the heart of our organization and the foundation of our success. We are driven by our core values of safety, diversity, integrity and collaboration. Headquartered in New Jersey, Innophos has manufacturing operations in the United States, Canada, Mexico and China and sells product to over 70 countries.Innophos is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. Innophos is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates in our recruiting process, as required by applicable federal, state and local laws.We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications against job descriptions, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses (including recording, transcribing, and summarizing our interviews). These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.The actual wage paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to education, specific skills, licenses and certifications, experience, and training.