Trainer and Onboarding Specialist

u200bRequisition ID 63784 Position Type (US)Full Time Workplace Arrangement About Kerry Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment. Where You'll Work Our Evansville, IN, location is part of our Coatings division, and creates various breading, batter, and coating blends for Kerry brands and customers. We feel good about our products that make our food taste better. Our employees care about their community, their team and the results we create every day. If youu2019re looking for a manufacturing facility where you can build a career and have fun while you do it, we might be the team for you We are part of the Evansville Local Labor Union 561, and we are located at 1515 Park Street, Evansville, IN. This a non union hourly role. Compensation Data he pay range for this position is $20-$35 per hour. Kerry typically does not hire an individual at the top or near the top of the range, as we are a pay-for-performance company, and this range is set to continue to reward performance annually while in role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The specific compensation offered to a candidate within the above range may be influenced by a variety of factors including skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity. Kerry offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, Employee Share Plan, Life, disability, and accident insurance, and tuition reimbursement. This job posting is anticipated to expire on 5.23.2026 We may use artificial intelligence tools to support the review and assessment of applications and assist with scheduling interviews. We do not use AI to make decisions during the interview process. All candidate assessments and hiring decisions are made by our recruitment and leadership teams. What You'll Do The Trainer and Onboarding Specialist is a non exempt Operations role responsible for the delivery, coordination, and documentation of onboarding and training activities in accordance with site policies, approved training plans, and management direction. This role does not assign work, direct labor, or make staffing decisions, but executes onboarding and training activities based on established schedules and standard work. The Trainer and Onboarding Specialist partners with the Labor Coordinator, supervisors, and HR to ensure employees are trained, qualified, and documented prior to performing assigned work. ________________________________________ Key Responsibilities Onboarding & Orientation Execution u2022u2003u2003Deliver new hire orientation and onboarding activities in accordance with approved site schedules and materials. u2022u2003u2003Provide onboarding materials (PPE, badges, lockers, site information) following established site processes. u2022u2003u2003Communicate company policies, safety expectations, attendance guidelines, and work standards using approved content. u2022u2003u2003Coordinate onboarding timing as scheduled by Operations and the Labor Coordinator. ________________________________________ Training Delivery & Qualification Support u2022u2003u2003Deliver classroom, hands on, and on the job training using approved training materials and standard work instructions. u2022u2003u2003Observe job task performance to confirm completion of training requirements. u2022u2003u2003Document training completion and qualification status; does not independently authorize job placement or work assignment. u2022u2003u2003Escalate training gaps, skill concerns, or readiness issues to supervisors, the Labor Coordinator, or HR for review. u2022u2003u2003Create, Document, Deliver and Validate training materials for Procedures, Processes and Standards; including, but not limited to SWOPs, SWESs, Centerlines and CILTs. ________________________________________ Training Records & Skill Matrix Administration u2022u2003u2003Maintain accurate training records, certifications, and qualification documentation in designated systems. u2022u2003u2003Update the training matrix and skill matrix based on completed training and documented outcomes. u2022u2003u2003Provide training and certification status reports to Operations, Labor Coordinator, and HR as requested. ________________________________________ Compliance & Required Training u2022u2003u2003Facilitate required safety, quality, and compliance training as scheduled. u2022u2003u2003Use approved materials and ensure attendance and completion are accurately recorded. u2022u2003u2003Refer policy interpretation, disciplinary considerations, or corrective action decisions to HR or Operations leadership. ________________________________________ Cross Coverage & Continuity Support u2022u2003u2003Provide backup administrative and coordination support for Labor Coordinator activities when requested or during planned absences. u2022u2003u2003Backup support may include documentation assistance, schedule communication, or coordination activities without assuming primary labor authority. u2022u2003u2003Ensure continuity of onboarding and training processes during coverage periods. u2022u2003u2003Able to work non-standard hours as required What You'll Need To Succeed + HIgh School Diploma/GED Required. + Be proficient in Microsoft Office (Teams, Powerpoint, Excel) One Note and Vizio would be a plus. + Ability to communicate to groups in a professional demeanor + Previous experience with ERP systems is preferred SAP is plus. + Ability to understand everyone learns differently and be able to communicate effectively so that others understand. + Flexibility as this person will at times need to be able to cover over for tranings on 2nd or 3rd shift. + Be able to work 40 to 45 hours weekly. u200bKerry is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Kerry will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. Additional information can be found at Know Your Rights Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (dol.gov). Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a u201cstarter kit,u201d investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name. Recruiter Posting Type DNI

Created: 2026-03-09